What You'll Learn
- Mastering the coordination of sissonne failli and assemblé combinations
- Improving speed and precision during rapid changes of direction
- Refining jump mechanics for échappé, glissade, and tombé pas de bourrée
- Maintaining upper body stability and posture during high-intensity allegro
About This Video
Refine your footwork and build explosive power with this Advanced Petite Allegro class from Broche Ballet. This session features an intensive 10-minute jumping warm-up followed by complex allegro combinations designed to push your technical boundaries and enhance your cardiovascular endurance. In ballet, the petite allegro is a test of both mental agility and physical precision, requiring the dancer to execute rapid-fire movements without sacrificing form, turnout, or alignment.
The class begins with a comprehensive jump warm-up to prepare the joints and muscles for high-impact work. This segment focuses on establishing the foundational posture needed for advanced sequences. You will work on maintaining 'strong armpits' and a stable core, ensuring that your upper body remains calm and lifted while your legs perform intricate footwork. Proper placement in the torso is essential to avoid fatigue and maintain balance during quick direction changes.
At the core of this lesson is the technical study of the sissonne failli, glissade, and assemblé. We move beyond basic steps to explore how these movements transition seamlessly into one another. You will learn the importance of the 'air thigh'—using the inner thighs to pull through the movement so the leg does not drop prematurely during a failli. We also tackle the nuances of the assemblé and échappé, focusing on the specific timing of the legs: squeezing them together at the apex of the jump before a controlled, silent landing in plié.
A significant portion of the class is dedicated to direction changes and épaulement. Moving quickly between croisé, effacé, and en face requires sharp focus and a clear understanding of your body's orientation. You will practice combinations involving tombé pas de bourrée and glissade, learning how to use your plié as a springboard for the next movement. Whether you are looking to improve your speed for a variation or simply want to sharpen your technical execution, this session provides the tools to move with greater clarity and confidence.
