How to improve dance jumps without creating bulking calves? How to improve height and lightness of the dance jumps and not feel exhausted? How do certain dancers look so light and powerful at once?
What do you need for a beautiful posture, light port de bras, flowing jumps, steadier turns and strong partnering skills? We tell you everything!
You dream of high and stable relevés? But you don’t have high arches or your ankles wobble all the time? I share with you the key to master them!
I thought I knew how to pointe my feet quite well, until the day I discovered how pointing my feet well actually feels like.
I was told I need to work on my back flexibility to improve my arabesque but it didn’t work. If you’re like me, find out what really made a difference.
As dancers we are constantly working with our feet. Learn how to take care of this precious instrument and improve its visual line at the same time.
Picture this: you’re standing at the barre, in first position, and you are being asked to ‘squeeze your glutes’, so you squeeze them as much as you can and admire the beautiful shape of your rear in the mirror. Do you feel like you can move freely? So shall I, or shall I not, squeeze my glutes?
How high should you lift your arabesque? Is higher always better and appropriate? Let’s take a minute together to review the different kind of arabesque.
To master a good arabesque and avoid unnecessary back and hip pain, review the fundamentals of Vaganova’s arabesque as the most commonly used.
Hyperextension has become a trend, seen by many as more aesthetic. Promoted by knee flexibility by many teachers. Is it safe and advisable?
As dancers, we invest an enormous amount of time, effort, and heart into our craft. We drill the same steps until they’re etched into our bodies, we uphold strict standards, and we fine-tune every detail—yet sometimes, it feels like we’re not moving forward.
Overcoming the “starving artist” mentality in the competitive world of ballet requires more than just talent and hard work. Discover how to shift your mindset and take actionable steps towards a fulfilling and sustainable career in ballet.
Learn how to overcome your fear and anxiety and build your confidence to dance anywhere in the center before auditions with practical tips in this article.
Benefits of a mentoring program for ballet dancers: increased confidence, clarity about your future, understanding of the demands of the work.
