Archive for the ‘dance movements’ Category

February 6th

Splits training

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There was a comment on the Splits entry that I’d like to use as this week’s post. Heidi writes
Do you recommend a particular approach for beginning training for splits. Are there other stretches that should be done first. Should a student demonstrate flexibility in other ways (e.g. be able to touch [...]

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November 22nd

Training for splits

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Training For Splits
#1: I have my splits, but they aren’t straight (my hips aren’t straight). I’m wondering; is it necessary for your hips to be straight in the splits to be able to do good kicks and stuff? Or is it okay to not have straight hips in ballet?
Thanks!!! Talya
#2: I am a professional [...]

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May 20th

Turnout and 5th position

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Today’s blog entry is in podcast form. Here’s the question and then you can click on the highlighted link to hear my verbal response.
Hi! I have always have struggled with my turnout due to my bone structure. I have a few questions regarding my turnout and would LOVE to hear your advice. First, I [...]

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May 4th

Looking at a demi plié

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click here to view a quick clip on demi pliés. Start to train your eye to see assymetries! I’ve got a few spaces left for the workshop in June – only 20 total participants. Come join me!

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September 12th

Arabesque

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Exciting announcement! Lisa Howell, the wonderful physiotherapist from Australia, who wrote the Perfect Point System – is coming to the US for the IADMS conference!
This conference is being held in Cleveland, OH, and Lisa is going to present a weekend workshop at Oberlin College in Oberlin, OH. I am so excited to meet [...]

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