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Many dancers find that développé devant is the most challenging direction. Side and back extensions often feel easier, but lifting the leg to the front while staying upright and controlled requires a different combination of flexibility, strength, and alignment. A higher développé devant isn’t just about flexibility — it’s about strength, coordination, and control . Many dancers focus on lifting the leg higher, but true improvement comes from stretching in correct way, engagi

Balance is one of the most important foundations in dance, yet it’s also one of the most challenging skills to master. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced dancer, improving your balance can help you feel more stable, confident, and in control of your movements. The good news is that balance isn’t something you’re “born with” — it’s something you can train every day. With the right simple exercises, you can strengthen your supporting muscles, improve your posture, and red

Stretching is a big part of every dancer’s routine, whether you’re warming up before class or winding down after. But not all stretches are created equal. Knowing when  and how  to stretch can make a huge difference in your flexibility, strength, and injury prevention. Let’s look at the two main types of stretching: static  and dynamic , and how to use each effectively. What Is Static Stretching? Static stretching  means holding a position for a period of time, usually betwee

Let’s be honest — the attitude might be the most confusing ballet position out there. It’s not a retire. It’s not a long arabesque. It’s somewhere in between — bent, lifted, turned out… but still elegant? The attitude is one of ballet’s most iconic poses — elegant, expressive, and technically challenging. Whether performed devant (to the front), à la seconde  (to the side), or derrière  (to the back), a clean attitude shows control, placement, and strength. But how do you mak

The Importance of Good Posture Good ballet posture isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s the foundation for balance, strength, and injury...

The Importance of Core Stability Core stability plays a pivotal role in a dancer’s ability to execute movements gracefully. From...

Why is it important to improve your flexibility safely? Flexibility is one of the most important physical aspects for a dancer. It allows...

Having your first pair of pointe shoes and finally being allowed to dance in it is an achievement reached for many dancers. However, the...

What strengthening exercises can we do at home? (Model: TBA Ballet Mistress Lin Fong) ROLLED UP Training purpose: To test the strength of...

Why is stretching so important for a dancer? 1. INCREASES FLEXIBILITY AND RANGE OF MOTION Flexibility plays a huge role in ballet because...

Do you struggle with pirouettes? In this blog, we will share our best technique tips and tricks on how to improve your pirouettes!

Everything you need to know about pointe and pointe shoes!

This blog post will be all about the passé and retiré, and our technique tips and tricks to mastering these quintessential ballet steps. Let

We've created a complete At-Home Ballet Training Guide to keep you dancing at home safely and at your best.

This blog post will be all about the battement tendu, and our technique tips and tricks to mastering this quintessential ballet step. Let's

Including ballet conditioning exercises as part of your ballet regime will not only help you build strength and flexibility, but can also im