What You'll Learn
- Mastering body directions and effacé alignment during complex center combinations.
- Refining the coordination between head focus and arm placement in pirouette and tombé sequences.
- Executing fluid transitions from first arabesque into plié pas de bourrée and temps lié.
- Developing spatial awareness and consistent focus points for advanced corner work.
About This Video
Elevate your artistry and technical precision with this 15-minute advanced center practice from Broche Ballet. This session is designed for the experienced dancer looking to bridge the gap between simple execution and professional-level coordination. We dive deep into the nuances of épaulement—the subtle use of the head, neck, and shoulders—to bring life and dimension to your dancing. Throughout the lesson, our instructors guide you through intricate corner exercises that challenge your spatial awareness and body positioning.
The class focuses on the transitionary movements that define a fluid performance. You will refine your first arabesque, paying close attention to the correct arm placement and maintaining a strong connection throughout the body. We break down complex sequences involving a series of steps: five and six through first arabesque, into a deep plié pas de bourrée, and finishing with controlled balances. The lesson emphasizes the importance of 'eight-point' focus, ensuring that your head coordination remains sharp whether you are performing a balancé or transitioning into a temps lié.
Advanced dancers will find great value in the detailed breakdown of the tombé and chassé sequences. We discuss the logic behind arm positioning—specifically why the right arm leads when moving to the right and the left arm when moving to the left—to ensure your movements are both anatomically sound and aesthetically pleasing. The session culminates in a challenging combination that incorporates single, double, and triple pirouettes, requiring a high degree of core engagement and spotting accuracy.
By practicing these sequences, you will develop a stronger sense of 'facette' and body alignment, allowing you to move through the center with confidence and grace. At Broche Ballet, we believe that advanced technique is built on a foundation of mindful coordination. Join us to refine your skills and prepare for your next stage performance or higher-level class.
