The Plie

I used to think a Plie was the simplest thing to do. Boy was I wrong! To plie correctly there are several things you need to keep in mind. This post is for the Dancer. Plie means to bend the legs but there is a LOT more to it. Here are some tips:

1. Start in first position.
2. While bending the legs, make sure your knees don't get in front of your toes.
3. Keep your bottom tucked under. Rotators squeezed.
4. Chest held high. Pretend you are balancing a glass plate on your head.
5. Chin lifted.
6. Tummy tight.
7. To straighten legs, squeeze inner thighs together, instead of just straightening the knees.

Now, you have done a plie.

If you can accomplish all of the above while doing a Plie, then you've got it down. Happy Dancing!