What You'll Learn
- How to use the ribcage and shoulders to generate momentum in pirouettes.
- Refining port de bras for expressive tendu and adagio combinations.
- The mechanics of a stable plié arabesque originating from the hips for better balance.
- Executing a 'zippy' coup de pied to gain speed and height in center turns.
- Traditional ballet etiquette through curtsies, bows, and rubber arm exercises.
About This Video
Step into the center with confidence in this 25-minute advanced ballet practice designed by Broche Ballet. This session skips the barre and dives straight into the complexities of center floor work, focusing on the refined details that distinguish advanced technique. A significant portion of this class is dedicated to mastering the mechanics of the pirouette.
You will learn why the first coup de pied is crucial for generating speed and how to keep your balances 'zippy' to maintain momentum throughout multiple rotations. Our instructor guides you through the concept of 'pushing' with the shoulders and ribcage, a technique essential for creating the necessary torque for powerful turns without sacrificing alignment. The class continues with a dynamic, waltzy pirouette combination that challenges your musicality and coordination.
You will practice a variety of movements including balancé, soutenu, and tombé, all while maintaining a high, secure passé during rotations. Technical nuances are highlighted throughout, such as the proper execution of an allongé where the elbows must remain above the wrists to create a long, professional line with the fingers. We conclude this intensive session with a unique 'rubber arm' exercise that blends fluid arm movements with traditional curtsies and bows.
This not only serves as a technical cooldown but also reinforces the artistry and etiquette inherent in classical ballet. Whether you are practicing in a home studio or a professional space, this class provides the rigorous technical focus needed to elevate your dance practice to the next level.
