What You'll Learn
- How to initiate movement from the feet to maintain stability and control in the center
- Proper arm coordination techniques to assist in smooth landings and transitions
- Technical cues for attitude and arabesque to enhance your line and lift
- Strategies for using body momentum and shoulder support in turns and footwork
- Posture refinements, such as lengthening the neck and maintaining a strong presence
About This Video
Moving from the barre to the center is a significant milestone for any dancer, and this specialized Broche Ballet class is designed to build your confidence through focused repetition and expert technical guidance. In this "All-Level Ballet Center" session, we explore three distinct combinations that allow you to find your balance, refine your technique, and master the flow of center work without the support of the barre. The lesson begins with a focus on fundamental body positioning.
One of the core principles emphasized is the relationship between the feet and the arms. You will learn why it is crucial to start movements from the feet rather than the arms, ensuring a grounded and stable foundation for more complex steps. We delve into port de bras and how to coordinate your arm action to assist with clean landings as the leg passes through various positions.
As we progress into more dynamic movements like attitude and arabesque, you will receive specific cues on "hugging" the attitude from the outside in to maintain a beautiful, lifted line. The instructor highlights the role of the shoulders, explaining how to bring the shoulder around to support the movement and maintain an open chest. Throughout the class, we revisit the concept of length, encouraging you to keep the body long and pull your ears away from your shoulders to improve your overall posture and presence.
The class also covers turning and traveling steps, including the pirouette, soutenu, and chassé. You will learn how to use the natural momentum of your body to guide these movements effectively. Finally, we wrap up with a classic waltz sequence, putting all the learned techniques—footwork, coordination, and grace—into a flowing final exercise.
Whether you are working on your développé or perfecting your pas de bourrée, this class provides the repetition needed to turn these movements into muscle memory.
