What You'll Learn
- How to maintain vertical alignment in pirouettes by utilizing the devant position.
- Correct execution of fouetté preparations and the mechanics of à la seconde transitions.
- Strategies for preventing forward momentum loss during complex turn sequences.
- Refining core engagement and balance during tombé pas de bourrée and enveloppé.
- Using specific technical checkpoints to maintain control throughout center combinations.
About This Video
Elevate your center work with this comprehensive advanced ballet practice from Broche Ballet. In this session, we dive deep into the mechanics of balance and the precision required for high-level turns and transitions. Designed for the experienced dancer, this class moves beyond basic steps to explore the subtle adjustments that make the difference between a good turn and a great one.
One of the primary focuses of this lesson is mastering the pirouette. We explore how to maintain a solid axis by leaning slightly back into the devant position, a crucial correction for dancers who find themselves falling forward or losing their line. By refining your passé and focusing on the placement of the working leg, you will find newfound stability and control.
The instructor provides detailed feedback on finding balance during the transition from a turn back to a stable position, ensuring your finishes are as clean as your preparations. The class also tackles the complexities of fouetté preparations. We break down the coordination between the legs and the core, specifically looking at how the à la seconde position feeds into the momentum of the turn.
You will practice drills that emphasize the whipping action of the fouetté while maintaining an upright, regal posture. These exercises are essential for building the strength and muscle memory needed for consecutive turns. Beyond turns, we work through center combinations involving tombé pas de bourrée, plié, and enveloppé.
The emphasis throughout is on movement quality and flow. We use specific checkpoints—such as landing, finding devant, and transitioning to à la seconde—to guide your movement and ensure you stay on your leg. By tightening your core and being mindful of your alignment, you will improve your overall execution and dance with greater confidence.
Whether you are practicing in a studio or a home space, this session offers the professional guidance needed to take your technique to the next level.
