What You'll Learn
- Spotting techniques for seamless transitions between fouetté and tombé turns.
- Controlling momentum on the diagonal to maintain vertical alignment.
- Applying double piqué turn energy to single piqué turns for improved lift.
- Energy management and storytelling through movement and allongé extensions.
About This Video
Elevate your technique with this comprehensive Advanced Ballet session at Broche Ballet, led by Julie. This class is meticulously structured to challenge experienced dancers, featuring a robust 55-minute barre followed by 25 minutes of intensive center work focusing on diagonal combinations and across-the-floor movement. Whether you are practicing in flat shoes or on pointe shoes, this session provides the technical breakdown necessary to master complex sequences with professional precision.
The core of the center practice revolves around the diagonal, a space where momentum and control must find a perfect balance. You will work through intricate combinations involving the piqué turn, fouetté, and tombé. Julie emphasizes the importance of energy management, teaching you how to approach a single piqué turn with the same vigor and controlled energy as a double piqué turn. This approach ensures you remain stacked right underneath yourself, preventing centrifugal force from pulling you off-balance during travel.
A significant portion of the lesson is dedicated to spotting technique. Shifting your focus correctly is vital when transitioning from a fouetté turn to a tombé. You will learn to spot the corner of your turn and then rapidly adjust your spot to the next direction to maintain your line. We also explore the manège, distinguishing the travel-heavy nature of a fast manège from the vertical power required for stationary turns.
Beyond the mechanics of the feet and hips, this class encourages dancers to find the artistry in the effort. From the initial B plus preparation to the final allongé and the big sweep of the arms, you will practice storytelling through movement. Alignment of the hip over the standing foot is reinforced throughout, ensuring that every transition is as stable as it is beautiful. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your diagonal work and gain the confidence to execute advanced combinations with grace.
