Balancés can be done in three directions: front, side, and back. Like all other steps in ballet, balancés can be done leading with the left or right foot. Of...

Adagio is a center combination consisting of controlled, lyrical and continuous steps. It is characterized by the ease and grace of the positions and connections, and builds the dancer’s control and endurance.

Jan 15, 2026 · To execute a Balancé, a dancer starts with their weight on one foot while the other foot is lifted slightly off the ground. The dancer then shifts their weight onto the lifted foot while …

The balancé is crucial in ballet for several reasons. It serves as a transitional step that connects more complex movements, adds fluidity to choreography, and enhances the dancer’s ability to maintain …

In this article, we’ll explore what the balancé ballet step is, its connection to the history of the waltz, the key elements that make it look effortless, and why perfecting this step is essential for every ballet …

A balancé in ballet is a step where a dancer moves while alternating balance between their feet. The rhythm is usually in three counts like a waltz and has the motion of going “down, up, down” with their …

All of my training is a culmination of public dance studios and open adult ballet classes that would run 2-3 days a week- with the occasional summer intensive. This is why I’m only about 85%...

Mar 19, 2021 · “A balancé in ballet is a step where a dancer moves while alternating balance between their feet. The rhythm is usually in three counts like a waltz and has the motion of going “down, up, …

Dec 11, 2022 · In this video, we will show you how to use balancés to travel across the floor, including forwards and backwards. Balancés in pointe shoes are very different from doing them in your flat …

Here we look at a waltz step in ballet, called a ‘balancé’. This is a pretty movement and when paired with the right music, feels lovely to dance! Keep the knees soft and the upper body lifted and elegant. …