The dancer swings the working leg vigorously back and forth between fourth position front and fourth back, through first position.
Unlike grand battements en cloche, balançoires do not require that the body be held straight.
What does Balançoire mean in ballet?
French term that translates to “swing” in English. It refers to a specific movement or position where the leg swings back and forth, typically in a controlled manner.
The movement can be executed in various positions, such as in tendu or développé, and is often used to demonstrate fluidity and grace in a dancer’s performance.
Balançoire can also describe a series of movements that resemble the swinging motion, showcasing the dancer’s balance and coordination.
How to pronounce Balançoire correctly?
“Balançoire” is pronounced as “bah-lahn-swahr”. The emphasis is generally placed on the second syllable.
Balançoire and balançoire en cloche are different concepts, unsimilar ballet movements, each with its own characteristics.
Balançoire en cloche differs in that when it is performed, the upper part swings with visible arches of the body in the opposite direction of the movement of the legs.
Balançoire in ballet