What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining a strong supporting side during piqué turns
- How to use arm coordination to stabilize momentum and weight transfer
- Strategic use of the 'passé and land' cue for cleaner turn finishes
- The role of the head and ear placement in maintaining balance during waltz turns
- Refining the integration of fondu within complex center combinations
About This Video
Take your center work to the next level with this advanced practice from Broche Ballet. This session focuses on the intricate mechanics of weight transfer, momentum, and balance within complex waltz and turning sequences. The centerpiece of the lesson is a challenging combination involving piqué arabesque, piqué turns, and waltz turns, all integrated with the fluid strength of the fondu.
The instructor provides deep technical insights into the importance of supporting the standing side, ensuring you avoid collapsing through the hip during high-momentum transitions. You will learn specific mental cues, such as thinking 'passé and land,' to keep the body weight properly aligned over the supporting leg. The class also emphasizes the role of the arms, demonstrating how coordinating them overhead can stabilize a turn and facilitate a smoother transition between steps.
Beyond basic mechanics, we explore the subtle influence of the head and ear placement in pulling the body around during a waltz turn, helping you maintain equilibrium. Whether you are working on the precision of your piqué or the flow of your waltz, this lesson offers the corrections needed to find control in motion. This practice is designed to help you understand the physics of ballet, from the 'drag' of the floor to the 'bond' of the movement, resulting in a more professional and grounded performance quality.
