Instructions for Arm Circles - Martial Arts Stretching Technique

This page provides details for Arm Circles. This stretching and warm-up exercise is also known as Shoulder Circles, Shoulder Rotations, etc. It helps to loosen up and stretch a student's shoulders and upper arms.

This shoulder stretch is useful for martial artists that utilize grappling techniques and/or punches.

All stretches should be supervised by a trained martial arts instructor in order to ensure the proper technique is utilized.

For additional martial arts stretches targeting other areas of the body, please visit the main Martial Arts Stretches page.