What You'll Learn
- How to use the inner thighs to create momentum for turns from a dead stop.
- Techniques for executing a controlled tombé slide with proper hip alignment.
- Building sustained balance and control in center-floor passé and sous-sus.
- Improving landing intentionality to ensure soft and stable transitions.
About This Video
Elevate your ballet practice with this focused 30-minute intermediate pointe class from Broche Ballet. This session is specifically designed to help dancers bridge the gap between the stability of the barre and the independence of the center floor. We begin with a rigorous pointe barre sequence that emphasizes foundational strength and alignment. Through precise movements like plié, tendu, and échappé, you will engage the muscles necessary for sustained en pointe work, focusing specifically on ankle stability and leg tracking.
A core theme of this class is the activation of the inner thighs to create controlled momentum. Julie explains how to use these muscle groups to generate power for turns and transitions, even when starting from a static position. You will work through technical nuances such as maintaining square hips and utilizing the little toe to guide a smooth tombé slide. By focusing on landing 'on purpose,' you will develop the intentionality and grace required for intermediate and advanced repertoire.
As the session moves into the center, the combinations are kept intentionally simple. This allows you to focus entirely on your center of gravity and balance without the distraction of complex choreography. You will practice the tombé slide and chassé, learning to reach for the floor with the heel up while the big toe inches toward its placement. This mechanic is vital for maintaining control during fluid movements like passé and sous-sus.
Throughout the practice, you will receive cues on common technical corrections, including hip alignment and the fluidity of transitions. Whether you are looking to strengthen your ankles or find more confidence away from the barre, this class provides the tools to enhance your technical proficiency. Join the Broche Ballet community and find your balance en pointe with this comprehensive practice.
