What is a common cue or tool used to monitor turnout during Grade 2 practice?

• A. Mirrors or feedback to monitor turnout and alignment.
• B. A timer to pace practice.
• C. A whistle to signal changes.
• D. Music volume as a cue.

Answer: (A)

Monitoring turnout and alignment is best checked with mirrors and feedback because they provide direct, real-time insight into how the hips, knees, and feet are positions. Seeing your turnout visually helps confirm that the legs rotate from the hips, the knees track over the toes, and the pelvis stays level, which are essential for clean Cecchetti technique at Grade 2. A teacher’s feedback reinforces what you see and guides precise adjustments. Other tools like a timer, a whistle, or changing music volume don’t directly reveal or guide turnout, so they’re less useful for this specific check.