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In The MIX Warm Up Ideas & Dance Aerobics
Overall Focus
This video shares simple, low impact aerobics combinations designed for instructors who want creative, accessible routines without high intensity. It emphasizes flow, repetition, and teachability over complexity.
Combo 1 Foundation Flow
A smooth, repeatable base
Step behind then step in front
Cross over
Chassé right
4 curls
Grapevine
Variation
Turn during curls for added flair
Why it works
Easy to teach, rhythmic, and great for warming up coordination.
Combo 2 Travel and Patterning
Adds forward and backward movement
Jog or walk forward
Single single double arms
Hop or step back
Cross over then single knee or curl
Chassé right and left
Key idea
You don’t need to mirror sides. This combo loops naturally, saving teaching time.
Combo 3 Groove and Style
More personality, still low impact
Pump step back
Slow stomp
March back
Repeat on both sides
Why it stands out
Adds musicality and attitude, not just steps.
Low impact does not mean boring. Add arm styling and turns
Great for mixed fitness levels or returning participants
Trend Insight
There is growing demand for freestyle and classic aerobics, creative dance based workouts, and nostalgic class formats. This creates opportunities for instructors to reintroduce aerobics classes or run pop up sessions.
Combination 1 (Basic Aerobic Flow) Box step forward Box step back Rock steps (or pivot turn option) Three repeaters (knee lifts or similar) Wide cha-cha steps
Combination 2 (Warm-Up Sequence) Reach arms overhead for 4 counts Cross-body reaches for 4 counts Chassé right and left Single, single, double steps (alternating sides)
Combination 3 (Travel + Conditioning) Walk forward for 4 steps Walk back for 4 steps Add arm reaches during walk Two lunges (optional progression) Single, single, double steps Step touch side-to-side
Layered Progressions Add pivot turn instead of rock steps Turn repeaters into shuffles Increase arm intensity (overhead, cross-body, reach patterns) Combine all three routines into a continuous flow
Full Routine Structure Perform Combination 1 Transition into Combination 2 Add Combination 3 Loop all sections together for a complete cardio routine
Retro Old Skool choreography
Warm-Up Combination 1 Walk forward (march style) Lunge right and left Walk back Add march + step together Progress to: Single, single, double (leg change) Step touch (right to left) Optional intensity: Skip forward instead of walk Add 4 hamstring curls
Warm-Up Combination 2 4 reaches up 4 cross-body reaches Grapevine right Hamstring curl Grapevine left Hamstring curl Add: Single, single, double curl Repeat sequence with more rotation through the torso
Combined Flow (Combo 1 + 2) Walk forward → lunges → walk back Single, single, double → curls Transition into: Reach up (4) Cross-body (4) Grapevine right + curl Grapevine left + curl Single, single, double curl
Warm-Up Combination 3 Box step (forward) Box step (back) Cross over and hold Repeat Add: Single, single knee 3 repeaters (knee lifts) Lock step Back cross Finish with march
Simple dance aerobics
Combo 1 March warm-up Step behind Step in front Step crossover Double knee lift Chasse right and left Four hamstring curls Gra
pevine Optional turn during curls for variationCombo 2 Jog forward Single arm reaches Double arm reaches Hop back Crossovers side to side Single knee lifts or curls Chasse sequence Repeat right-to-left pattern
Combo 3 Pump step backward Slow stomp forward March back Repeat pump and stomp pattern Add rhythmic arm styling for old-school aerobics feel
Full Routine Flow Combo 1 repeated on both sides Combo 2 layered after first combo Combo 3 added as final section Continuous cardio choreography with directional changes Focus on rhythm, coordination, memory, and energy
Main Training Focus Cardio endurance Coordination Agility Musicality and timing Cognitive engagement through choreography patternsTeaching Notes Mentioned Designed as simple freestyle aerobics inspiration Can be sped up with faster BPM music Suitable for retro aerobics classes Movements can be expanded into longer choreography blocks
Mini ball flow
Seated Warm-Up Sit on the mini ball to activate pelvic stability Arm lifts with controlled breathing Spine twists to the right and left Side bends with weight transfer across the ball Circular arm movements with torso mobility
Ball Between Calves Place ball between calves with pointed toes Lift legs while squeezing the ball Reach forward and return upright Alternate pointed and flexed feet Focus on core control and lower-body activationSide Hip Work Ball placed near knee/thigh area One arm reaches overhead Perform hip abduction lifts Maintain hip and knee alignment Repeat both sides
Standing Lunge + Spine Mobility One foot placed on the ball Perform seated-style spine twists Flexion and extension of the spine Round the back then open the chest Improves balance and spinal mobility
Core Work on Ball Ball placed under lower back Lift knees into tabletop position Add small abdominal curls Hands at temples or supporting head Focus on controlled abdominal engagement
Glute Bridge Series Feet placed on the mini ball Pelvic tilt into bridge position Roll spine up and down slowly Engage hamstrings and glutes Controlled spinal articulation
Supine Rotation Ball between knees Arms extended out to sides Small side-to-side knee rolls Optional head and shoulder rotation Mobilises spine and obliquesProne Upper Back Strengthening Ball under sternum/chest Lift chest slightly Reach arms forward and out to sides Bend and extend elbows Targets upper back posture muscles
Cool Down Press back into spinal stretch Walk hands back Slowly roll up to standing
More retro aerobics
Aerobic Combinations Three knee repeaters Side-to-side lunges Double lunges right and left Two forward hops Two backward hops Jog/jump forward Single-double hop patterns Pendulum swings Double-single pendulum rhythm Two-step travel right and left Single leap movements
Choreography Flow Repeaters → lunges → double lunges Forward/back hops Jog forward with double hop combinations Pendulum sequence Side-travel two steps Leap repeater finish
Workout Style High-impact retro aerobics Fast-paced freestyle choreography Music-driven combos timed to beats and drops Continuous cardio flow with minimal breaks Focus on coordination, rhythm, and energy
Instructor Notes Music tempo increased to approximately 152 BPM Encouraged freestyle choreography creativity Designed for aerobics instructors and enthusiasts Emphasis on “old school” retro aerobics feel








