What You'll Learn
- Correct mechanics for step-over turns to maintain center and avoid pushing off.
- Mastering waltz timing and complex transitions including tombé and soutenu.
- Techniques for improving pirouette stability and landing control.
- Using breath and révérence to enhance artistic expression and physical recovery.
About This Video
Elevate your practice with this comprehensive 59-minute advanced ballet class from Broche Ballet. This session focuses on the intricate transitions between center barre and full center work, designed specifically for dancers looking to refine their technique and artistic expression without the support of the barre. By moving traditional exercises like the rond de jambe into the center, you will challenge your stability and build the core strength necessary for professional-level execution.
The class dives deep into the mechanics of turning, specifically focusing on pirouettes and step-over turns. We explore the critical distinction between closing from a dégagé versus a rond de jambe to maintain your center of gravity. One of the key takeaways from this lesson is the direct path of the working foot; by going straight in rather than swinging around, you avoid pushing yourself off-balance.
Proper landing technique is also emphasized, specifically learning how to bend the standing knee into a solid plié to transition smoothly into the next movement. In the second half of the class, you will practice a complex waltz sequence that integrates tombé, soutenu, and tombé ouvert. The instructor provides detailed guidance on allongé positions and the rhythmic timing of waltzé movements.
Throughout the lesson, the instructor offers personalized feedback and corrections, ensuring that every dancer understands the nuances of weight placement and execution. The session concludes with a meditative révérence section. Here, we emphasize the importance of breath in dance—not just for stamina, but as a tool for relaxation and fluid movement.
Use your breath to slow down the couru steps and find a sense of calm after an intense technical session. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your craft, master your turns, and find your center in a supportive, professional environment.
