A/N: I apologize for being ignorant to those of you who aren't familiar to the dance terminology used in Composure. I'm posting this as a chapter for now, and will also have a link in my profile that will build up as the story continues. If you're having trouble with understanding else, or want me to add anything, please don't be afraid to ask. :o)
-barre- the wooden bar that runs around the wall of the ballet studio at waist height, and which the dancer holds onto during the first part of class - usually referred to as the barre. It helps the dancer find or adjust his/her balance. Exercise done here are referred to as "barre" also.
-chassé- literally means "to chase". A sliding step in which one foot "chases" and displaces the other.
- piqué tourne- "piqué" literally means "to stab". The movement is Stepping directly onto the point of a foot. It's a very sharp and clean movement. The "tourne" is keeping the foot pointed and placed at the knee, while turning.
- ronde de jambe- circular movement of the entire leg. Involves tremendous hip rotation.
-coupé- literally means "to cut". The foot is touching the supporting leg's ankle, with the knee bent, and rotated out as much as possible.
-(en) pointe- the tip of the toe. (pointe shoes) the shoes ballerinas wear when dancing on the very tips of their toes. Usually have a lightweight wood or metal in the toe, so the foot can be supported over the metatarsal joints.