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All in Ballet Dictionary
Pas de Chat is a classical ballet term meaning “Step of a Cat” as the step resembles a cat-like jump.
A Temps Levé is a type of jump from one foot, landing on the same foot while the other leg is raised in a position in the air.
The word Développé means “to develop”, Écarté means “separated” and Devant means “in front”
“Attitude derrière” describes the position of the leg at the back.
A Temps Levé is a type of jump from one foot, landing on the same foot while the other leg is raised in a position in the air.
Whilst used commonly in class, it is also seen during many Male variations as a preparation step before a Tour en L’air.
Retiré Passe describes a position where the working leg is bent and turned out with the knee facing to the side.
This step in classical ballet means to Develop in Second Position on a Rise.
The Russian Pas de Chat is considered a modern innovation for this centuries-old art form.
