What You'll Learn
- How to use both legs as a team to generate power for center relevés.
- Techniques for setting the hips on a 'shelf' for improved balance and height.
- The importance of precision in the relevé passé position during turns.
- Mental visualization strategies to increase confidence during center pirouettes.
- Strength-building exercises for the toes, ankles, and calves specifically for pointe.
About This Video
Building confidence en pointe requires a blend of physical strength and mental visualization. In this 45-minute exploration from Broche Ballet, we step away from the barre to focus on the precision and power needed for center work. This session is specifically designed to help dancers transition from basic exercises to more complex movements like single-leg relevés and pirouettes with grace and stability. We begin by activating the feet, ankles, and calves to ensure every muscle is prepared for the demands of center practice.
A key theme of this class is the concept of the 'hip shelf.' You will learn how to visualize and set your hips to a high, stable position, creating the necessary vertical alignment for successful turns. Instead of relying solely on your standing leg, we explore how to use both legs as a team. By generating power from both the pushing and the lifting leg, you can achieve twice the stability and height in your relevé. This dual-leg engagement is essential for maintaining control during passé movements and quarter turns.
Throughout the practice, we emphasize the importance of precision at the top of the turn. You will work on your relevé passé mechanics, focusing on the 'up' action of the hips as the primary driver for rotation. Whether you are performing a simple relevé or an optional pirouette, these technical cues will help you feel more secure in your pointe shoes. Join us to refine your technique, build your leg power, and discover the joy of dancing en pointe in the center of the room.
