Ballet turns are a type of dance technique in which the performer executes consecutive, two-step turns along a line or curve (manege).
There are many types of turns in ballet. These include pirouettes, piques, and chaines.
Pirouettes:
A pirouette is a turn where one leg is raised at a 90-degree angle. The leg is usually held in the plie position, but can be extended to either the front or back depending on the dancer’s preference.
In order to perform a pirouette successfully, the dancer must be able to “hold their core” throughout the entire turn and keep their center of mass in alignment with their turning axis. This is important because if the dancer deviates from this, their balance will be affected and the torque will not be properly transmitted to the rest of their body.
Spotting:
A spotting technique is used to ensure the head stays stable during most of the turn. This prevents dizziness and also allows the dancer to control the direction of travel.
Piques:
A pair of piques is a pair of consecutive turns on both feet that are executed quickly and with alternating weight between the feet. This helps to create a “chain” dynamic in the movement and results in a complete rotation for every pair of piques executed.
Tours:
A tour is a series of consecutive turns that a dancer executes while traveling across the stage. These turns can be done in a straight line or a circle and are often repeated until the turn is completed.
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