CLOSE TENDU IN ONE MOVEMENT! CRITICAL TECHNIQUE ✨ In the vaganova school they used to make it very very clear they don’t want RAM PAM ( heel then toe) then want one move! RAM! 😂 Often if we are disconnected in the inner thighs, the reach of the heel and the back of the glutes/deep rotators this can cause a sort of “cheating tendu” with lots of swivelling in the hips. We want to keep beautifully square by holding onto the supporting hip and wrapping two legs. Finding a baby 4th position and clos

TYING TOGETHER TECHNIQUE AND ARTISTRY - A LIFETIME GOAL 🤍✨ One of the main reasons we work so hard on technique is to be technically free so that we can bring our artistic self. As I always say, artistry is not something to be added on top afterwards. Yes, sure some of us have more of a star quality than others, that becomes prevalent later on especially. However, how we are moving in this video, we have been taught, I have been taught to use my elbow. I have been taught to use my head. So that

LONDON BALLET STUDENTS WINTER 2024 INTENSIVE ✨ I am SO excited to launch the first ever BWI pre pro/ vocational student intensive this winter. I love helping you on your journey to succeed with my tips, podcast, lessons online, private lessons and now for a whole week together. For me, it’s about the whole package. Helping dancers excel physically with their technique and artistry but I still confidence in them so they can realise their own potential. It’s going to be a special week and I can’t

BALANCE & PENCHÉ 🌟 NEW CLASS! This class is designed to train balance, control and improve extension of arabesque and penché witth advanced stretches and exercises. This class uses a lot flows and functional movements which are designed to be very compatible with ballet allowing you to master control of your body and thinking of multiple things at once. Challenging balance work with full body conditioning focused on the back, legs and hips will allow you to become really effectively stronger as