If you have been a dancer for any length of time, especially a modern dancer then you have probably heard of axel jumps or axel turning jumps. What exactly are they and how do you execute them neatly? Here is a visual of axel jumps in the form of a video. This is a preparation … Read more
In this article, we are going to look at how to do a Grand Jeté and how to improve your leaps. A Grand Jeté is an awesome-looking ballet trick or movement in which the dancer leaps into the air and does a split. If done properly, it looks as though the dancer is hovering in … Read more
What is attitude in dance? Apart from the attitude a dancer is giving you, I am actually referring to the attitude step. Attitudes are derived from ballet, but other dance forms like jazz and contemporary also use the attitude leg a lot. What Is An Attitude? Here is an explanation of the attitude in dance, … Read more
When I think of turns in ballet, I think of the ballerina in a jewelry box turning round and round. You then realize that some of ballet’s enduring magic would be nothing without those impressive turns you see on the stage. Just like those soaring leaps, turns are what the audience loves to see, and … Read more
Cambre in ballet is a French term in ballet that means arched. It also means ‘to throw out one’s chest.’ In ballet, we don’t actually throw our chests out, as you would do some serious damage. Instead, the dancer would bend gently to the back, side, or front, or even in a circular motion. If … Read more
Tricep stretches are often overlooked by dancers, but keeping those triceps flexible is important for enhancing your performance and preventing injuries. As dancers, maintaining flexibility and preventing injuries are essential aspects of our training. While we often focus on stretching our legs and core, we must not overlook the importance of tricep stretches. This comprehensive … Read more
What is a pas de chat in ballet and how does one do a pas de chat? Keep reading…. Pas de chat literally means in french, step of a cat. A pas de chat in ballet is a step that is delicate and light, often resembling a cat jumping sideways when it gets a fright. … Read more
Relevé in Ballet means raised in French. In the world of ballet, the term “relevé” holds great significance. Derived from the French word meaning “raised,” relevé is a fundamental movement that ballet dancers execute by rising onto the balls of their feet. This article explores the importance and benefits of incorporating relevé into ballet training, … Read more
If you look at general pictures of ballet dancers, you will invariably see a ballerina doing an arabesque. The arabesque is used a lot in ballet as well as in gymnastics and modern dancing. The aim of the dancer is to produce a pretty line for his or her audience, and it takes years of … Read more
All dancers dream of doing spectacular multiple pirouettes, but how to do a pirouette – that is a good question. Perfect pirouettes require many hours of practice and dedication. The secret of doing a perfect pirouette is actually just practice, but here are some tips to use while you are practising. What Is A Pirouette? … Read more