Teach Modern, Performance-Ready Turns
Coaches, are you ready to elevate your team’s turning technique? DTCE’s Dance Team: Trendy Turns Vol. I is designed specifically for high school and college dancers, blending stylized, stage-ready turns with clear, teacher-friendly instruction.
With 7+ fresh turn variations, 2+ structured syllabus guides, and 12+ minutes of video tutorials, this course provides a complete system to teach turns with clarity, precision, and confidence.
Explore the full Trendy Turns course here.
Why Dance Team Coaches Choose Trendy Turns
This curriculum makes turns fun, dynamic, and easy to teach, while keeping safety and synchronicity front and center:
✔ 7+ Turn Variations – ALS Float, Whip Turns, Reverse Spot Turns, and more
✔ 2+ Structured Syllabus Guides – Step-by-step progressions for clean class flow
✔ 12+ Minutes of Tutorial Video – Real-time demos, teacher corrections, and classroom applications
✔ Performance-Focused – Ideal for sideline routines, halftime shows, and competitions
✔ Stylish & Safe – Turn combos emphasize balance, control, and group synchronization
Check out the structured syllabus here.
Turn Combos That Blend Creativity and Control
Every turn in this course is designed to refine mechanics, enhance style, and improve team visuals:
✔ Relevé Drill – Builds ankle stability and proper weight placement
✔ Prep Balance Drill – Strengthens turning foundation and control
✔ ALS Attitude Box – Enhances rotation, line, and stylistic shape
✔ ALS Reverse Spot – Improves directional spotting and artistic precision
✔ ALS Whip – Adds speed, flair, and clean performance dynamics
…and more choreo-ready turns that boost team confidence while keeping lessons structured and progressive.
How the DTCE Syllabus + Videos Work for Teachers
Dance Team: Trendy Turns Vol. I pairs tutorial videos with matching syllabus guides to give teachers a complete, plug-and-play system:
✔ Terminology-Based Reference – Clear list of skills, drills, and progressions
✔ Video + Syllabus Alignment – Step-by-step demonstrations match lesson planning
✔ Structured Skill Progressions – Students build foundational mechanics before advancing
✔ Saves Time on Lesson Planning – Focus on corrections and coaching, not creating content from scratch
With this approach, instructors can refine technique, maintain class flow, and improve team performance effortlessly.
Who Should Use This Course?
Perfect for:
✔ High school & college dance team coaches
✔ Studio owners and private instructors
✔ Teaching assistants leading choreography or turn-focused classes
✔ Teams prepping for halftime shows, competitions, or sideline routines
Learn more about DTCE teacher training resources.
Perfect Pairings to Maximize Team Performance
Boost your dancers’ strength, flexibility, and readiness with these complementary series:
✔ Conditioning Series – Build strength, agility, and jump height
✔ Flexibility Series – Improve extension, turnout, and injury prevention
✔ Warm-Up Series – Prep dancers for high-impact movement
Integrating these series ensures every turn is executed cleanly, safely, and with visual flair.
Train With a Trusted Dance Education Leader
Led by Julie Berardi, former coach of the three-time National Champion Penn State Lionettes and current head coach at Eastern University, this course offers step-by-step guidance for teaching sharp, stylish, and performance-ready turns.
See all DTCE turn courses led by Julie.
Teach With Confidence, Perform With Style
Stop improvising or piecing together turns from multiple sources. With Dance Team: Trendy Turns Vol. I, you get a structured, teacher-focused system that helps dancers execute sharp, synchronized turns while giving coaches the clarity and confidence to lead each class.