BALANCES
Table top balance
- This is like a long line balance but forming a straight line from the toe of the extended leg to the head.
- The extended leg and body are parallel to the floor
- Supporting leg is bent deeply
- Head in line with body
- See main picture for tabletop at upward stretch
Long Line Balance
- This is a rear leg lift where the body leans forward parallel to the floor
- The raised leg may be lifted high and should be turned out and straight
- Keep supporting leg straight
- Do not rotate the hips
Upright balance
- Passing through a rear toe point, raise the leg backwards
- Working leg needs to remain straight
- Keep supporting leg straight
- Body is upright, head above the toes of the supporting foot
- Do not rotate hips
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Forward and Side Toe Points When executing a toe point it is important to keep both legs straight
HEIDI BOARDMAN PERFORMING ART GALLERY
Photography: Heidi Boardman
