For the practicum, can we incorporate stretches that weren't covered in the course content?

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When planning your practicum lesson, you might wonder if you're limited solely to the poses covered in the program. While the primary focus is on those asanas, it's entirely acceptable to incorporate other fluid movements, such as neck stretches or shoulder rolls, that aren't strictly labelled as asanas.

Including these movements can enhance the logical flow of your class, ensuring smooth transitions and providing adequate warm-up or cool-down routines. For instance, if you're centring your lesson around hip openers, introducing hip circles in a tabletop position can prep the hips. Similarly, for lessons focusing on heart openings or gentle backbends, shoulder rolls and arm circles can be instrumental in preparing the upper body.

For further clarity, revisit the "Review Practicum Criteria and Lecture" section. In it, Juan and Mark address this topic, discussing the inclusion of movements and variations not explicitly mentioned in the Asana section. They also tackle several other frequently asked questions regarding practicum design.

Always remember to test your class structure on yourself. By doing so, you can ensure that your chosen sequence is both logical and feels right. Trust your intuition and body's feedback – if adding certain stretches or movements feels beneficial, don't hesitate to incorporate them into your practicum.

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