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Classical Ballet Positions
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Attitude
Standing on one leg with the other lifted and bent at the knee, arms are styled classically or with one arm lifted.
Fouetté
A whipped movement, typically of turning the body and leg, arms assist balance and position can vary.
Fifth Position
Feet are tightly closed, one in front of the other, toes turned out, arms are rounded and held above the head.
Second Position
Feet shoulder-width apart with toes turned out, arms are out and to the side at shoulder height.
Jeté
A jump from one leg to the other, with one leg kicking outward, arms assist in the lift and balance.
Grand Battement
A high kick movement where one leg is lifted high in the air and the back remains straight, arms align gracefully.
Plié
Bending at the knees while keeping the heels on the floor, arms can be in different positions.
Arabesque
Standing on one leg with the other leg extended straight behind, arms in various positions depending on style.
Third Position
One foot in front of the other, heel to instep, arms - one outstretched, the other curved above.
Sixth Position
Feet parallel and together, arms are down by the sides of the body.
Rond de jambe
A circular movement of the leg, either on the ground (à terre) or in the air (en l'air), arms are in a coordinating position.
First Position
Heels together, toes turned out, arms are rounded as if hugging a giant beach ball.
Tendu
Stretching one leg to the side, front, or back, foot pointed, and brushing the floor, arms are in a harmonious position.
Fourth Position
Feet one step apart, one in front of the other, toes turned out, one arm rounded up, the other to the side.
Pas de bourrée
A quick, three-step movement, often sideways and executed on the points or demi-pointes, arms usually accompany the leg movement.
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