15 Ballet Dance Tips

Step 1

1. Sign Up for a Ballet Dance Class


Before Your Class

1. Stretch your body as best as you can

2. Learn the steps names

3. Choose ballet slippers and have your shoes fit snug but not too tight

4. Know that you will start every class at the ballet barre

5. Check with your instructor on what the school's dress code is

6. Listen to and respect your teacher


Ballet Barre Basics

1. Know your 6 positions

2. Do plies

3. Do tendus

4. Start either facing the barre or with your left hand on the barre


Leg Extension

1. Stand very straight, in either first or fifth position

2. Lift one leg to the side or front, keeping it straight, as high as you can

3. Make sure you are balanced by testing to see if you can let go of the barre

4. Keep correct technique by slowly lowering your leg and standing in the position