What You'll Learn
- Techniques to maintain upper body stillness during rapid bourrée movements.
- How to use soutenu and passé transitions to build momentum for pirouettes.
- Practical strategies for managing dizziness and spotting during dynamic turns.
- The importance of a controlled plié and port de bras in center combinations.
- Executing a graceful and balanced révérence to finish your practice session.
About This Video
Step away from the barre and into the center with this comprehensive 21-minute practice session from Broche Ballet. This class is meticulously designed for advanced students looking to refine their stability and fluidity during complex center combinations. We begin with a detailed review of bourrée movements, focusing on the coordination required to move the feet rapidly while maintaining a calm, poised upper body.
A core focus of this session is the integration of momentum. You will learn a new combination featuring a sequence of bourrées, soutenu turns, and passé positions. This flow is specifically engineered to generate the necessary torque for a clean, controlled pirouette.
Whether you are currently working on single or double rotations, this lesson provides the technical foundations needed to find your center in open space. We emphasize the importance of the plié in preparation and the sharp spotting technique to manage dizziness and maintain orientation during multiple rotations. The instructor guides you through each step, offering modifications for those who prefer to practice the footwork without the full rotation.
You will explore how the port de bras influences your balance and how a strong push from the floor can transform your energy into a seamless spin. The session concludes with a traditional révérence, allowing you to find your final balance and execute expansive movements with the arms, bringing a sense of grace and closure to your practice. By consistently practicing these center exercises, you will build the strength and muscle memory required for professional-level execution and artistic expression.
