One of the biggest mistakes I see is teaching à la secondes before a dancer is ready. Before even attempting these turns, a dancer should be able to hold their leg in second with control and balance. Next, they must understand the technique of a rond de jambe en l’air—keeping the rotation in the devant position and carrying it smoothly to second without losing alignment. À la secondes are highly advanced turns that require a solid foundation. Skipping steps leads to poor mechanics and habits tha