Ballet is a form of dance that has been around for centuries and is known for its graceful movements and intricate steps. The term 'ballet step' can refer to any of the steps used in ballet, such as the plie, jete, PAS, GLISSADE, PIQUE, and coupee. The plie is a bending of the knees while keeping the feet flat on the floor. The jete is a leap from one foot to the other. The PAS is a step in which the dancer moves one foot in front of the other. The GLISSADE is a sliding step in which the dancer slides one foot in front of the other. The PIQUE is a quick step in which the dancer quickly lifts one foot and then the other. The coupee is a step in which the dancer quickly changes direction.