What You'll Learn
- Techniques for executing a stable 'pyramid landing' after turns
- Maintaining consistent turnout during pirouette execution and landings
- Strategies for improving upper body control and alignment in the center
- Visualizing heel placement to enhance balance during rotations
- Refining placement in adagio movements like arabesque and passé
About This Video
Take your center work to the next level with this intensive practice session from Broche Ballet. Designed for experienced dancers, this lesson focuses on the intricate details that transform a good performance into a great one. We dive deep into advanced center combinations, specifically targeting the mechanics of adagio and the precision required for complex turns. Throughout the class, you will work on core movements including passé, arabesque, and rond de jambe, while receiving expert guidance on maintaining alignment and fluidity.
A major focus of this session is the 'pyramid landing' technique. Many dancers struggle with stability after a pirouette; here, you will learn how to secure your landing by focusing on your turnout and upper body control. By visualizing the position of the heel during and after rotation, you can achieve a cleaner, more controlled finish. The instructor provides specific corrections for single and double pirouettes, helping you maintain your turnout even as you return to the floor.
Beyond turning, this class emphasizes the importance of the upper body. You will explore how to use your épaulement and core strength to support your legs in movements like temps de cuisse and relevé. By refining your overall dance performance and execution, you will develop the strength and grace needed for advanced choreography. Whether you are practicing in a studio or at home, these drills offer the technical feedback necessary to improve your turnout, balance, and artistic expression. Join Broche Ballet for this comprehensive 24-minute session and refine the details of your advanced center practice.
