What You'll Learn
- Technique for executing a graceful renversé with proper 180-degree rotation
- How to integrate tombé relevé and pas de bourrée into center combinations
- The art of the tombé attitude and maintaining balance during transitions
- Proper alignment and port de bras for a professional ballet bow and curtsy
- Execution of pas de bourrée with pickups for added texture and control
About This Video
Elevate your center practice with Broche Ballet in this comprehensive 17-minute All-level Ballet Center class. Center work is where a dancer's true strength and artistry are revealed, moving away from the stability of the barre to master balance and fluid transitions. In this session, we focus on several key movements that define classical elegance, with a particular emphasis on the renversé.
The renversé is a sophisticated movement involving a reverse turn that requires precise coordination of the head, arms, and torso. Our instructor guides you through the mechanics of the renversé, ensuring you understand the 180-degree rotation while maintaining a stable core and graceful allongée. We break down the sequence to include the tombé relevé, allowing you to find the necessary momentum and lift to execute the turn with ease.
Beyond turns, this class explores the intricate footwork of the pas de bourrée. We specifically look at pas de bourrée with pickups, a variation that adds texture and rhythmic interest to your dancing. You will practice transitioning through fondu—a melting bend on one leg—into a tombé attitude, focusing on the height of the leg and the openness of the chest.
The instructor provides detailed cues on foot placement and arm paths, helping you achieve a professional look even from your home studio. No ballet class is complete without a focus on the port de bras. We integrate fluid arm movements throughout the combinations, culminating in a formal bow or curtsy.
This final exercise emphasizes the importance of posture and alignment, reminding us that every movement in ballet begins with a strong, centered foundation. Whether you are a beginner looking to understand the mechanics of center work or an advanced student refining your renversé, this class offers valuable insights for every dancer. Join the Broche Ballet community and find your balance in the center today.
