I am 14 years old and a very keen ballet dancer. Over the last year I have really worked a lot on strengthening and improving different elements of my dancing. I have been fairly successful and have seen a very big improvement in myself as a dancer. One thing that I have had trouble with, though, is my turnout. Could you offer me any advice on how to achieve better turnout?
Beth
Dear Beth,
Turnout is governed by individual anatomy. Your range of turnout can be improved but only by a small amount. I suggest you see a dance physiotherapist and have your range of turnout checked and ask for an exercise regime to help you improve it. Please remember, though, that although turnout is essential for a classical ballet technique, how you utilise it is more important than how much you have.
Best wishes,
Colin
You can email your ballet questions to Colin at hello@behindballet.com
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