As the holidays approach, get in the habit of doing regular home practice sessions with us. To start you off, here is Mr Peter demonstrating some leg and abdominal exercises under Ms Yana's guidance. Join in and stay strong in winter! Want to know what else we are up to? Follow us on Instagram and Facebook
Foot Alignment
The alignment of the feet is of great importance in ballet. Without the correct use of the feet and correct weight placement, the dancer will struggle to use the rest of the body to its full potential. Incorrect use of the feet can also lead to injuries not only in the feet, but in the knees, hips and back. Here …
Easy Exercises for Strong Dancers 4.0 – Arabesque
The arabesque is a fundamental part of ballet training and technique. It is seen in nearly every ballet class, and every classical ballet performance. The foundations for the position are laid as early as in Primary ballet, and are built upon throughout the grades and vocational levels, until advanced dancers are performing penchées and arabesque turns. Placement in arabesque is ...