The barre is a great tool for dancers to practice and improve their dance technique before going into the center. Once you can do a movement well at the barre, you should challenge yourself to move without the extra assistance the barre provides. Learning to balance, especially in the center, is all about trial and error. Don’t get discouraged if you don’t get it the first few times. Be positive and tell yourself you can do it. A helpful tip is to imagine yourself balancing perfectly beforehand.
Your base of support is constantly changing while dancing so you should do everything necessary to make sure you set yourself up for success. Practicing exercises that focus on the ankles and core a couple times a week will allow you to see improvements in balance. Whether you are a beginner or advanced dancer, having good stability and balance will allow you to go through movements with more ease and fluidity.
At Grand Canyon University (GCU), we offer a Bachelor of Arts in Dance and Bachelor of Arts in Dance for Secondary Education for those who looking at a future career in the arts. Students participate in master classes and intensives to learn how to improve dance techniques and grow as dancers, choreographers and artists. To learn more, select the “Request Info” at the top of your screen.