What You'll Learn
- Advanced spotting techniques to maintain balance and direction during complex rotations.
- The synchronization of the elbow and knee to stabilize the body during turns and promenades.
- How to engage the upper back to support transitions between allegro and adagio movements.
- Refining footwork transitions using tendu and plié to regain control after en pointe work.
- Proper head alignment and posture for executing clear écarté and enveloppé sequences.
About This Video
Elevate your practice with this focused 18-minute Advanced Ballet Center session from Broche Ballet. Transitioning from the barre to the center requires a heightened sense of core engagement and spatial awareness, and this class is specifically designed to bridge that gap for advanced dancers. Throughout this practice, you will be guided through complex combinations that challenge your coordination and poise.
We begin by emphasizing the importance of a strong upper back; a solid frame is the foundation for every movement in the center, especially when preparing for jumps and rotations. Our instructor provides detailed technical cues on how to find the 'bookends' between movements, ensuring that your transitions are as graceful as the steps themselves. A significant portion of this lesson is dedicated to turning sequences, including the piqué turn and pirouette.
You will learn the mechanics of effective spotting—maintaining a fixed gaze to prevent dizziness and ensure a clean finish. We also explore the precise synchronization required between the elbow and knee during turns and promenades to maintain a perfect center of gravity. The curriculum covers essential terminology and movements such as tombé, soutenu, and enveloppé, with a specific focus on positions like écarté.
You will also practice regaining control after en pointe sequences by utilizing a sharp, controlled tendu. Whether you are working on your double piqué or perfecting your promenade, this class offers the professional corrections needed to refine your artistry. By paying close attention to head alignment and elbow placement, you will develop the muscle memory necessary for high-level performance.
Join Broche Ballet for this rigorous center practice and take the next step in your technical journey.
