Relaxed Posture Check

Posture Check

🪑Adult Beginner
3 minutesBeginner

Materials Needed

  • Assembled flute
  • Mirror (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    Stand comfortably with your feet about shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Let your shoulders drop. Shake them out gently if they feel tense.

  3. 3

    Bring your flute up to playing position. Check that your head is level — not tilted down.

  4. 4

    Make sure your elbows are relaxed and slightly away from your body.

  5. 5

    Look in a mirror if you have one. Are your shoulders level? Is your jaw relaxed?

  6. 6

    Take a deep breath and let it out slowly. This is your starting position.

Practice Goal

Find a comfortable, relaxed playing posture that you can return to each time you practice.

Encouragement from Ms. Michelle

"Good posture is not about being stiff — it is about being balanced and relaxed. Your body will thank you for checking in like this."