What You'll Learn
- Mastering the heel slice technique to maintain turnout during rond de jambe transfers.
- Strategies for balancing momentum and weight transfer in advanced step-over turns.
- Perfecting body alignment and turnout to achieve stable and consistent pirouettes.
- Refining the promenade waltz and écarté positions for better center-floor performance.
About This Video
In this comprehensive 61-minute session from Broche Ballet, dancers are invited to push their technical boundaries through a rigorous combination of barre work and center exercises. Designed specifically for advanced students, this class focuses on the intricate mechanics of movement, ensuring that every tombé, chassé, and pirouette is executed with professional-level precision and artistic flair. The class begins with a detailed barre sequence where we prioritize the heel slice technique during rond de jambe transfers.
This specific focus helps prevent the working leg from rolling inward, ensuring your turnout remains engaged throughout the most demanding transitions. We also delve into the nuances of écarté positioning, emphasizing correct heel placement to maintain the integrity of the line and support a stable center of gravity. As we move into the center, the instruction shifts toward dynamic movement and complex turn sequences.
You will explore the promenade waltz and practice the delicate balance required for successful step-over turns. A key takeaway from this lesson is learning how to manage momentum—understanding when it assists your movement and when it requires extra control to maintain balance. The instructor provides real-time feedback on weight transfer and alignment, which are essential for mastering both stationary turns and traveling combinations.
By the end of this masterclass, you will have a deeper understanding of how to use your turnout as a tool for stability. Whether you are refining your pas de bourrée or perfecting the verticality of your relevé, this session offers the technical insights needed to elevate your practice. Join our Broche Ballet community and transform your technical execution through disciplined practice and expert guidance.
