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Purpose: To promote precision and control on pointe or demi-pointe. Description: A stepping motion onto a fully stretched leg, with the other leg often in passé or arabesque.

Purpose: To stretch the legs and feet. Description: A movement where the leg is extended along the floor until the foot is fully pointed.

Purpose: To strengthen the supporting leg. Description: A slow bending of the supporting leg, while the working leg is drawn up to cou-de-pied.

Purpose: To develop graceful arm movements. Description: A series of movements that articulate the dancer's arms and upper body.

Purpose: To increase flexibility and strength in the legs. Description: A movement in which the leg is kicked upwards in a continuous motion.

Purpose: To refine speed and fluidity in linking steps. Description: A glide across the floor from one foot to the other, typically used as a transition step.

Purpose: To find the starting posture and grounding in ballet. Description: A position where the arms are held down in a soft curve near the body.

Purpose: To increase hip flexibility and leg rotation. Description: A circular movement of the leg, making a half circle on the ground.

Purpose: To build speed and precision in the legs and feet. Description: A quick striking of the ball of the foot against the floor.

Purpose: To improve speed, agility, and jumping capability. Description: A range of fast and lively movements, typically including jumps and turns.

Purpose: To develop precision, speed, and lightness in small jumps. Description: A sequence of small, quick jumps, often including assemblés and jetés.

Purpose: To increase leg strength and flexibility. Description: A movement where a dancer bends the knees and straightens them again.

Purpose: To strengthen calf muscles and improve balance on toes. Description: A rise from flat feet to demi-pointe or full pointe.

Purpose: To warm up and strengthen the legs and ankles. Description: A movement where the leg is lifted off the floor and extended, toes pointed.

Purpose: To increase leg flexibility and agility. Description: A jump resembling a cat's leap, where the feet are drawn up and the knees are apart.

Purpose: To build balance and stage presence. Description: A slow pivot on one foot while maintaining a fixed pose with the body.

Purpose: To practice precision and coordination in jumps. Description: A jump from one foot to two feet, with the legs coming together in the air before landing.

Purpose: To build explosive strength in legs. Description: A jump from two feet to one foot, named after the originator of the step.

Purpose: To increase back flexibility and strength. Description: A bend from the waist in any direction, while maintaining the leg positions.

Purpose: To improve control and direction in leg movements. Description: A pattern of exercises done to the front, side, and back, forming a cross.

Purpose: To enhance control and power in turns. Description: A whipped turn that alternates between a demi-plié position and a relevé on one leg.

Purpose: To develop agility and coordination. Description: A linking step comprised of a sequence of three small steps.

Purpose: To master intricate footwork and timing. Description: A small beaten jump where the legs cross in front and behind.

Purpose: To encourage rhythm and balance. Description: A rocking sequence of triple steps with a sway-like movement.

Purpose: To improve turning technique and balance. Description: A controlled turn on one leg, with the other leg in passé position.

Purpose: To develop strength and precision in foot positioning. Description: A sliding movement where the feet move from a closed to an open position.

Purpose: To enhance coordination and lightness in jumping. Description: A jump where the dancer crosses the legs back and forth in the air.

Purpose: To improve jumping ability and leg extension. Description: A leap from one foot to the other, with one leg extended outward from the body in mid-air.

Purpose: To develop grace and fluidity in movement. Description: A series of slow, controlled movements performed with fluidity and ease.

Purpose: To improve quick and precise turns. Description: A series of rapid turns on both feet, traveling along a straight line or in a circle.

Purpose: To improve precision and delicacy in leg movements. Description: A small step where the foot brushes off the ground and into a coupé.

Purpose: To build strength and poise in leg extension. Description: A position with one leg lifted and bent at the knee, either to the front, side, or back.

Purpose: To develop powerful leg action and aerial ability. Description: A jump where one leg is kicked into the air and the other beats against it before landing.

Purpose: To master dynamic balance and turning technique. Description: A particular type of fouetté turn performed on pointe that involves a whipping leg motion.