Ballet Four

Ballet Four

Students have now learned the foundation of barre exercises and will begin increasing the complexity with a focus on proper technical execution. Sound technical fundamentals continue to be a priority. Students should have a good understanding of the proper execution of turn out, placement and port de bras (carriage of the arms). 

TO LEARN:

Ballet Four class expectations: 

Dancers will come into class and begin independent stretching. Dancers will organize themselves at the bar once prompted. Dancers will hold themselves with poise and determination and concentration throughout class; as the complexity of exercises and new material continue to increase and they focus on correct technique and coordination. Dancers will ask questions with confidence. Dancers will stretch and practice in a safe space outside of class. 

Ballet Four Vocabulary expectations:

Students will have a clear understanding for basic ballet positions including first, second, fourth and fifth. Students will know and understand demi, and grand movements specifically pertaining to  Plié. Students will be able to execute the following terms: demi plié, grand plié, arabesque, rond de jambe, sauté, tendu, chaīnés, passé, leap, pointe and flex, balls of the feet, turn out and elevé. Students will  find clarity in fourth position. Fundu. Safe warm up practices for them to start using on their own. Center adagio. Dancers will start demonstrating better pirouettes. Dancers will learn to flow through tombé, pas de bourrée, glissaded with more ease. Dancers will connect the energy of their jetés. Dancers will focus and find clarity of their Port de bras (carriage of the arms). Dancers will learn the difference of Relevé vs. Elevé.

Students will be introduced to and work in; Third position, and sixth position. Students will start focused strength training regarding their feet and ankles. Students will focus on clarity of technical movements. Students will focus on strength, clarity and balance as we bring bar combinations to the center. 

To maintain or excel:

• Dancers must demonstrate a sufficient level of interest, focus, and technical determination. 
• Dancers must be able to demonstrate movement from vocabulary alone. 
• Dancers must be willing to ask questions. 
• Dancers must be willing to be challenged. 
• Dancers should be working outside of the classroom. 
• Dancers should be taking summer classes to maintain their technique. 
• Dancers should conduct themselves respectfully and responsibly as they are role models for younger dancers. 
• Dancers should be willing to be leaders and help during dress rehearsals and shows. 
• Dancers should love to dance!