This exercise is an effective way to warm up students' abdominal muscles and improve body awareness using a fusion ball. It helps to open up their chest and teach them how to engage their core muscles, which is essential for ballet.

Preparation: Students lie down on their mat with the fusion ball held above their head in 5th position (without touching the floor). Knees are adjusted into tabletop position.

Steps:

1. Students start by transferring the ball to their right hand while simultaneously stretching both arms wide to open up the chest.

2. Lift the body and the ball is passed under the legs to transfer it to their left hand, exhaling as they do so.

3. Continue this circular motion bringing the ball back to its original position above their head. Arms in 5th position.

4. This "around the world" movement is repeated twice before a toe tap. Remind students to keep their abdominal engaged as they move into the toe tap without necessarily touching the floor.

5. The sequence is then repeated however, moving the ball in the opposite direction. 

Main Areas of Focus:It is crucial to emphasise the significance of keeping the core muscles engaged and maintaining good posture during the exercise.