Streaches for the splits?

Question

As a dancer, I was told that by the end of summer I need to know how to do the splits both ways and also be able to life my leg up so my foot is above my head, and hold it. Does anyone know some good streaches for learning how to do these? Any answers are appriciated.

Answer 1

put your butt close to a narrow walkway so you dont fall all over then lengthen your legs 2 inches every ten or so mins or do straddles