Online Course offered by Integral Ballet
Learn spelling and execution of general ballet terminology (white belt-lilac belt levels) | taught by Erin Drennan
100 Hour Course
This course is designed for lilac-belt level students to refresh their understanding of white, yellow and lilac belt terminology, teen and adult beginners, or anyone who wants to broaden or refresh their foundation of ballet terminology. For both safety and progress, ballet cannot be truly understood and mastered without the guidance of an experienced, face-to-face teacher and regular ongoing classes. Ballet cannot be learned from a book or online course and this course is designed as a supplement to ongoing ballet classes. The definitions, demonstrations and explanations of the steps in this course do not fully outline the proper alignment and placement, nor do they indicate the contraindications and commons mistakes that can lead to injury or stagnancy. It is not recommended to take this course without a teacher present while you practice the movements.
Why is understanding ballet terminology important?
Ballet terminology is in French and provides a universal way of communicating various steps, directions, exercises and choreography, no matter the dancer's native language. Every ballet class around the globe uses the same French terminology though dancers should be prepared for the differences between ballet traditions and synonymous terms. Becoming 'fluent' in classical ballet is much like learning a language (besides that it is actually in another language!) and applying the correct classical terminology to steps helps many students memorize and internalize the movement until they become 'fluent' in that movement. The gradual introduction of classical terminology teaches a dancer more than she may initially realize. The names of the steps provide a deeper understanding of how to execute a movement and stir a natural curiosity about the origin of the step. The use of formal terminology also creates a sense of reverence for the dance form and puts the dancer in the correct state of mind for practice.
100 Hour Course
This course is designed for lilac-belt level students to refresh their understanding of white, yellow and lilac belt terminology, teen and adult beginners, or anyone who wants to broaden or refresh their foundation of ballet terminology. For both safety and progress, ballet cannot be truly understood and mastered without the guidance of an experienced, face-to-face teacher and regular ongoing classes. Ballet cannot be learned from a book or online course and this course is designed as a supplement to ongoing ballet classes. The definitions, demonstrations and explanations of the steps in this course do not fully outline the proper alignment and placement, nor do they indicate the contraindications and commons mistakes that can lead to injury or stagnancy. It is not recommended to take this course without a teacher present while you practice the movements.
Why is understanding ballet terminology important?
Ballet terminology is in French and provides a universal way of communicating various steps, directions, exercises and choreography, no matter the dancer's native language. Every ballet class around the globe uses the same French terminology though dancers should be prepared for the differences between ballet traditions and synonymous terms. Becoming 'fluent' in classical ballet is much like learning a language (besides that it is actually in another language!) and applying the correct classical terminology to steps helps many students memorize and internalize the movement until they become 'fluent' in that movement. The gradual introduction of classical terminology teaches a dancer more than she may initially realize. The names of the steps provide a deeper understanding of how to execute a movement and stir a natural curiosity about the origin of the step. The use of formal terminology also creates a sense of reverence for the dance form and puts the dancer in the correct state of mind for practice.
Sample Lesson: Port de bras |
Sample Lesson: Grand Plie |
Sample Lesson: Basic Waltz Combo |
