What You'll Learn
- Master the 'in on the bottom, up on the top' concept for superior stability.
- Techniques for internal bracing to support your axis during center work.
- How to use breath and internal momentum to facilitate smooth transitions.
- Strategies for maintaining a 'pulled up' feeling in relevé and movements.
- Ways to articulate and feel subtle shifts in body pressure for better balance.
About This Video
" In this session, we explore the physical sensations and internal mechanics required to maintain a grounded yet buoyant posture during complex center work. This class focuses on the dual sensation of being "in on the bottom" and "up on the top," a concept that helps dancers find their true axis. This isn't just about standing straight; it's about active bracing and creating internal momentum.
By mastering the relationship between your core and the floor, you will find a new level of stability in your relevé and pirouette preparations. We discuss how to use pressure and bracing within the body to stabilize your center, allowing your limbs to move with freedom and grace without losing your foundation. Throughout the class, we apply these concepts to various center combinations.
Whether you are executing a controlled adage or a dynamic tendu sequence, the principle of lifting out of the hips while remaining rooted through the legs is essential. We examine how breathing influences your movement quality, helping you find ease even in the most demanding sequences. This approach helps prevent the "heavy" feeling that often plagues dancers during long center exercises.
At Broche Ballet, we believe that understanding the "why" behind the movement is just as important as the movement itself. This class encourages you to experiment with your own body's mechanics, finding how to articulate these complex sensations. By the end of this 30-minute session, you will have a clearer mental and physical map of how to achieve true balance.
Refine your technique, master your momentum, and elevate your artistry with our professional guidance.