Spiral rolls are a smooth and safe way to get to the floor in contemporary dance technique. In our post, this roll to the floor is broken down with a list of fundamentals to practice and common mistakes to avoid.
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The 5 Basic Dance Jumps
The human body is capable of only 5 basic jumps. Every jump you learn in dance class will be one of these five types.
An Old Guy Does Ballet
After taking ballet for the first time, 50+ partner dancer, Andrew has observations to share about recognizing serious dancers, the importance of ballet, pas de deux, and being ready to adapt.
A Jeté That’s Truly Grand
What is a grand jeté? Are the legs bent or straight? How can you prepare the body for stronger leaps? And what should you do and think to perform a grand jeté that’s truly grand? We have solutions and tips for you.
