Ballet En Pointe - How to Relevé in 1st

From YouDance · 2021

Ballet En Pointe - How to Relevé in 1st
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Summary

A beginner ballet lesson that breaks down Ballet En Pointe step by step. The teacher demonstrates the move slowly, names each part, and shows kids exactly how their body should move -- a clean building block for young dancers.

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All ages

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Teaching resources

Discussion questions

Move and talk

  1. Which body parts move the most when you dance Ballet En Pointe?
  2. Was the movement fast or slow, sharp or smooth?
  3. What other ballet step could you add before or after it?

Quick work-a-long

Words to know: ballet, ballet en pointe.

Try it: Dance Ballet En Pointe three times with the video, then once on your own to the count. Watch for: keeping your balance and moving on the beat.