What You'll Learn
- Refine waltz turn technique with a focus on arm placement and spatial shapes.
- Master a long adagio combination to improve balance and sustained control.
- Develop mental agility by practicing reversed tendu patterns in the center.
- Improve transitions between piqué, soutenu, and pas de bourrée movements.
About This Video
Welcome to a comprehensive advanced ballet center practice session with Broche Ballet. This 33-minute class is designed for dancers looking to refine technical execution in the center, focusing on complex coordination, spatial awareness, and fluid transitions. We begin with a challenging long adagio combination that tests your balance, control, and musicality.
Maintaining a strong core and proper alignment is essential as we work through extended lines and slow, deliberate movements. The class moves into tendu exercises with a focus on practicing reversals, a vital skill for advanced dancers to develop mental agility and muscle memory. You will learn how to maintain turnout and precision while transitioning between front, side, and back patterns.
A significant portion of this lesson is dedicated to mastering the waltz turn. The instructor breaks down the mechanics of the step-brush-step sequence, emphasizing the importance of the 'picture' or pose over the shoulder. You will explore how to use your arms effectively to assist with rotation and how to achieve a smooth, fluid transition between steps like the piqué, soutenu, and relevé.
Throughout the session, we emphasize the nuances of classical technique. From the sharp execution of a pas de bourrée to the weighted quality of a tombé and the rhythmic sway of a balancé, every movement is an opportunity to improve. By focusing on body alignment and the use of momentum, you will learn to execute these combinations with greater confidence and grace.
We focus on the delicate balance required for sustained extensions in the adagio, ensuring that the working leg is supported by a stable standing side. The waltz turn instruction goes beyond basic mechanics, diving into the artistry of the head and épaulement. By understanding the visual cues and specific shapes required mid-turn, you can transform a mechanical rotation into a beautiful dance phrase.
This session is perfect for those who want to bridge the gap between technical exercises and performance-quality movement.
