Movement Demonstration

Definition

Cambré: a classical ballet term meaning “arched.” 

When a dancer is doing cambré, their body is bent from the waist and stretches backward or sideways with the head following the movement of the upper body and arms.

Cambré Arched: The body is bent from the waist, backward or sideways, the head following the body’s movement.

Cambré renversé: Renversé arched or tilted; A French School term. Same as pas de bourrée renversé.

Movement Techniques

1. Movement Explanations:
   1. Raise your hand above your head, like in Fifth position.
   2. Bend your back backward.
   3. Do not bend your knees forward.
2. Movement Techniques:
   1. Do not bend your neck.
   2. Keep your neck in a straight line with your back.
   3. Keep your knees in place.