How to Sauté in 1st Position - Beginner Ballet

From YouDance · 2021

How to Sauté in 1st Position - Beginner Ballet
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Summary

A beginner ballet lesson that breaks down Sauté in 1st Position 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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Discussion questions

Move and talk

  1. Which body parts move the most when you dance Sauté in 1st Position?
  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, sauté in 1st position.

Try it: Dance Sauté in 1st Position three times with the video, then once on your own to the count. Watch for: keeping your balance and moving on the beat.