Temps de l’ange – An arched jump with the legs in attitude
An angel step. A jump from two feet to two feet with the body arched backwards and the legs bent behind, with the feet together or crossed. Similar to Sissonne Soubresaut/Temps de Poisson where the legs are straight rather than bent.Temps de Poisson – A jump that looks like the curved spine of a fish
This is a movement where the legs are held together and the spine curves backwards with the legs tight together to represent the tail of a fish. Also called Sissonne Soubresaut or Pas de Poisson.
Temps Levé – A jump on one foot
A jump where the whole shape is lifted into the air. Taking off from one foot and landing on that same foot.
Tombée – A falling movement
A step used to transfer weight through a “controlled” fall.