![]() ![]() Sauté: A small jump on two legs, landing on both legs. ![]() of the body positions/facings/orientations but when you are just starting out. Ronde de Jambe: “Round of the leg.” When the dancer rests on one leg and makes a circular movement with the other leg. Usually these positions are taught at center. Plié: Knees are bent while the legs and feet are turned out. Pirouette: A complete turn or series of turns on one foot, usually en pointe or demi-pointe. En pointe is achieved with pointe shoes and only students that have advanced to a higher skill level will do this. The barre is there to support the dancers and barre exercises are part of every ballet class.īattement tendu: Extending your leg, brushing the leg along the floor and pointing your foot.Įn pointe: Balancing on the very tips of your toes. It is also the opening sequence of a two-person dance that includes one partner lifting the other.Īllegro: Fast and energetic movements, usually associated with jumps.Īrabesque: When the dancer stands on one leg with the other leg raised behind the body and extended in a straight line.īarre: A horizontal wooden bar attached to the walls of the room. First position with the arms has the arms held out, with the palms of the hands across from the bellybutton (or slightly lower). When your turn out is better you will be able to get them so they are a horizontal line. It is meant to improve a dancer’s balance, strength, and lines. Position your feet so they are in a v, and then, keeping your heels together, move your toes outwards. We have compiled a list of some solid beginner terms that every new ballerina should familiarize herself with.Īdagio: Slow, continuous, and gentle movements. Knowing these terms will help you to understand what your instructor is asking for during rehearsals without having to guess or wait to see what the other ballerinas are doing to follow. ![]() Whether you’re new to ballet or a seasoned veteran it’s always good to learn, know and brush up on your basic ballet terms. ![]()
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