What You'll Learn
- Specific drills to improve stability and hold in fouetté turns
- How to use the femur bone placement to generate power in a passé
- Techniques for maintaining core connection between arabesque and passé
- Developing fluid port de bras and allongé during complex center combinations
- Strategies for finding balance during the most difficult phase of a turn
About This Video
Refine your technique and elevate your artistry with this comprehensive Advanced Ballet Center class from Broche Ballet. In this session, we move away from the barre to focus on the fluidity of movement and the precision of advanced turns. The primary focus of this lesson is a deep dive into fouetté turns, providing you with a specific drill designed to improve stability, control, and momentum.
We begin by exploring 'dancey' combinations that emphasize beautiful port de bras and the use of allongé to create length and breath in your movement. This class challenges you to maintain your classical lines while navigating complex changes of weight and direction. The instructor provides detailed guidance on maintaining a strong core connection, ensuring that your upper body remains calm and supported even as the footwork becomes more demanding.
The centerpiece of this lesson is a specialized drill for fouetté turns. You will learn how to manage the 'dicey' part of the turn—that moment where momentum is gained and balance is often lost. By focusing on the path of the femur bone as it moves into the passé position, you will discover how to create force from the back rather than pulling from the front.
We emphasize the importance of holding your balance for as long as possible, resisting the urge to 'scoot' your heel until the last possible moment. This level of control is what separates a proficient dancer from an advanced one. Whether you are working on your fouetté turns for the first time or looking to polish a lifelong skill, these technical cues will provide a fresh perspective on your center work.
We also touch upon arabesque stability and the transition into allegro movements, concluding with a graceful révérence to acknowledge the hard work put into the session. Join our community of dedicated adult dancers at Broche Ballet and take your center practice to the next level.
