Summary: The Finis Jhung Ballet Technique Level 4 Intermediate Centerwork on Turns Exercise 1: Assemblé soutenu en tournant en dedans & en dehors (half turn) Finis shows the exercise step by step and then it is demonstrated and coached with these Teaching Points: This exercise teaches you the mechanics of turning while strengthening the demi-plié on one leg and solidifying your balance on half-toe. Finis emphasizes learning to reach and turn your supporting arm and shoulder in order to begin turning around. Sharpen your focus and register the balance by looking for yourself in the mirror. The mechanics of turning involve not only the supporting shoulder but also the turning out and around of each leg as you step from one foot to the other. When you demi-plié, you are reminded to place your body weight completely on the rising foot knowing that its movement draws the free foot into position on half-toe. You always have one leg that tells the other what to do and when to do it. This preparation is basic for the simple pirouette en dedans and en dehors. Saige Miller of the JKO School at ABT demonstrates while Finis stands by and coaches.
