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As part of the language of ballet, male and female dancers use standardized foot and arm placements (left to right): first, second, third, fourth, and fifth positions.
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As part of the language of ballet, male and female dancers use standardized foot and arm placements (left to right): first, second, third, fourth, and fifth positions.
As part of the language of ballet, male and female dancers use standardized foot and arm placements (left to right): first, second, third, fourth, and fifth positions.

The second position in ballet is one of the five fundamental foot positions. In this position, the heels are separated, and the feet are turned outward, forming a straight line. The dancer's weight is evenly distributed between both feet, which are about 12 inches apart. This position, along with others like the first, third, fourth, and fifth positions, forms the basis for classical ballet movements. Corresponding arm and hand positions, known as port de bras, are also crucial for maintaining balance. The second position can also be performed en l'air, meaning one leg is raised while the other supports the body's weight.1

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