Audition season is almost among us and whether your students are yearning to audition for a high school dance team, a collegiate program, a company, or a professional opportunity, the thought of putting yourself on the line for rejection can be daunting. We want to make our dancers as prepared as possible, and this article from Dance Teacher Magazine provides some really great tips on how to make your students more confident and comfortable getting out there in front of those judges.
Is there a secret message to make all your dancers turn like Sophia Lucia? Sorry, I don't think so. However, reminders that build muscle memory are the key to having consistently strong turners. Below are bullet points to remind your dancers of every class as to what to think of while turning. One of my favorite tactics is asking my class what they need to think about while they are turning. My dancers will raise their hands and we won't stop until all of the bullet points have been checked off. High relevé Straight supporting knee High passé Shoulders down (out) Strong spot (spot your own eyeballs or a point in the room) Strong arms (like holding oranges under your armpits) Utilizing your closing arm In second turns, turning out both your supporting leg and your working leg Closing into a high, strong croisé and not swinging your leg Leading with your heel and not gripping your turnout muscles Not dropping your heel too hard in second turns or fouettes Pulling ...
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