What You'll Learn
- How to initiate smooth piqué and step-over turns using the shoulder blade for better upper-body control.
- Techniques for maintaining momentum and power in turns à la seconde by focusing on plié and leg height.
- Proper body alignment and positioning to maintain balance during complex center combinations.
- How to treat multiple rotations as one continuous upper-body movement rather than separate turns.
- Refining the transition from open positions into a stable passé for cleaner finishes.
About This Video
Refine your center work with Broche Ballet’s advanced practice session focused on the art of turning. This class breaks down the nuances of the piqué turn, the pas de bourrée, and advanced pirouettes with a focus on professional execution. One of the key technical takeaways is the method for executing a smooth step-over turn. Instead of leading solely with the arm, you will learn to engage the shoulder blade, allowing the upper body to move as a single, fluid unit. This method creates a more continuous rotation, preventing the disjointed look often seen in complex combinations.
We also dive into turns à la seconde, a hallmark of advanced ballet technique. To master these rotations, we focus on the transition from a deep, powerful plié into the turn. Keeping the thigh active in the plié is essential for generating the necessary torque to carry you through the movement. Furthermore, we emphasize the height and placement of the working leg to ensure a seamless transition into the passé position without losing momentum.
Alignment is the foundation of every movement covered in this session. From the initial lunge into a pirouette to the final relevé, your body's positioning determines your balance and speed. The instructor provides specific cues on maintaining a stable core and a lifted attitude to ensure every swivel and turn is executed with both precision and grace. By focusing on the connection between the shoulder blades and the arms, you will find a new level of stability in your center floor practice.
In addition to technical mechanics, this class explores the importance of the preparatory movements. A clean lunge and a precise relevé are the building blocks of any successful turn. This class challenges you to look at your technique from a fresh perspective, focusing on the internal mechanics that make external movements look effortless. Join Broche Ballet to master these advanced turns and bring professional fluidity to your dancing.
