Upright V (Upright V-Hold / Standing V Pose)

Level: Intermediate

Description

A V-shaped position performed upright with both legs lifted from the floor while the arms support the body on the pole. Tests active core and hip-flexor strength.

Muscles Used

• Hip flexors
• Core
• Shoulders
• Lower back

Typical Use

• Conditioning
• Entries to aerial tricks
• Strength-focused choreography

Common Mistakes

• Leaning too far back
• Collapsing shoulders
• Bending knees

Safety Notes

Avoid swinging the legs up - use slow, strength-based lifting.

Variations

• Side-facing upright V
• High V hold
• V to tuck

Anecdotes / Trivia

Often used as a drill to prepare dancers for chopper and aerial straddle inverts.