Achieve the Perfect Arabesque

The arabesque is one of the most beautiful lines in ballet. There are multiple variations of it including first, second, and third arabesque. In addition to the move itself, arabesques are often used in jumps, balances, and turns. Let’s take a deeper look into the technique of how to make this step look gorgeous!

Strengthen your Penché

A penché is a beautiful ballet step used both at barre and center that requires a lot of control. Working on strengthening your penché can really help improve your arabesque! Follow-along as she guides you through the mechanics and how to strengthen your penché.

Better Arabesque Lines

Want to improve your arabesque lines? Your upper back has a lot to do with the strength and flexibility required to improve your arabesque. Join Julie as she shows you how to improve your lines and strengthen the right muscles to achieve a higher arabesque!

5 tips for higher arabesque with Whole Pointe

Who doesn’t want that beautiful high arabesque line? We’re excited to host Elizabeth from @thewholepointe (Instagram handle) to join us in this video! Follow-along as she talks about her 5 tips for a higher arabesque! 

Let’s dance!

Want more resources to practice and improve your arabesque? Watch this accompanying arabesque stretch and strengthening video on the Whole Pointe’s channel! Happy dancing!