Christopher Ellis
By Christopher Ellis on January 07th, 2018

No matter the type of pirouette, you should always try to get to your turning position in one count. The sooner you get to the proper position, the less chance the movement will throw you off your leg as you’re turning around.  This is one of the best tips for improving pirouettes!

About the Author: Christopher Ellis

Christopher Ellis
Chris was a professional ballet dancer for 12 years, dancing at Orlando Ballet, Colorado Ballet, and BalletMet, where he enjoyed performing a variety of soloist and featured roles in classical and contemporary ballets. He trained at Metropolitan Ballet Theatre in Atlanta, GA. Currently, Chris is the Editor of BalletHub.com.