When you are stretching for ballet class, it is best to stretch before class begins. Most classic classes will start at the barre without any “stretching time”. If teachers did this, there would be less time for working on technique.
But, some people prefer not to stretch before class starts, because they like how barre work is their stretch. I can go both ways with this: it is good to be prepared for class, but it is also important to take advantage of the combinations at the barre for your stretch. This was found on another dance.about.com article:
“Leg stretches are important for ballet dancers. Stretching the muscles of the legs, especially the quadriceps, hamstrings and calves, will improve flexibility as well as help to prevent injury. The following leg stretches are performed on the floor, but are easily adaptable to the barre.”
Do you prefer to stretch before class, or use the barre for your stretch?
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