What You'll Learn
- Refine the 'down-up' dynamic and elevation in your glissade assemblée.
- Execute rapid transitions between sissonne, échappé, and tombé.
- Master the coordination required to transition from jumps into a stable pirouette.
- Improve cardiovascular endurance through repetitive, high-energy allegro sequences.
About This Video
Elevate your footwork and coordination with this focused 10-minute advanced petite allegro class from Broche Ballet. This session is designed for experienced dancers who want to sharpen their speed, precision, and transitions between jumping and turning. The class begins with a short jumping warm-up to increase your heart rate and prepare the lower body for the explosive movements to follow.
The core of the lesson focuses on a complex combination that challenges both your stamina and your technical execution. You will work through a sequence featuring glissade assemblée, sissonne, and échappé. A major focus of this tutorial is the 'down-up' movement of the assemblée. The instructor provides detailed guidance on how to maintain control during the landing and immediately rebound into the next movement, ensuring your jumps remain light and buoyant.
In addition to jumping technique, we integrate the pirouette into the allegro flow. Transitioning from a jumping step like a tombé or pas de bourrée into a clean, stable pirouette requires immense core engagement and spotting precision. You will learn how to maintain strong, active arms and quick head movements to execute these turns without losing the rhythm of the music.
By practicing this combination twice through without stopping, you will build the cardiovascular endurance necessary for longer stage variations. The instructor emphasizes the importance of soft landings and precise footwork to prevent injury and maintain a professional aesthetic. Whether you are looking to refine your sissonne or find more stability in your turns after jumping, this quick-paced class offers the tools you need to excel in advanced center work. Join the Broche Ballet community and take your petite allegro to the next level.
