What You'll Learn
- The mechanical breakdown of a pirouette from preparation to completion
- Understanding the difference between a tombé and a posé step
- Techniques for maintaining core stability and balance in center work
- How to use directional foot placement to improve turning accuracy
- Refining alignment through allongez and proper breathing techniques
About This Video
Step away from the barre and find your center with Broche Ballet. This all-level ballet practice is designed to help dancers transition their technique into the middle of the room, focusing on stability, fluid movement, and the mechanics of turning. Center work is where the strength built during barre exercises is put to the test, requiring heightened core engagement and a keen sense of spatial awareness.
Throughout this session, we break down foundational movements such as the tendu and plié, while introducing more complex coordination like the tombé and posé. A major highlight of this class is the focus on pirouettes. We explore the essential preparation needed for a successful turn, emphasizing the importance of turning your feet to face your intended direction before you begin the rotation.
You will learn the mechanical difference between a tombé—moving from a straight leg to a bent leg—and a step (posé), which moves from a bent leg to a straight one. Mastering these weight transfers is crucial for achieving the effortless grace associated with professional ballet. Beyond the technical steps, we emphasize the use of allongez to find length in the upper body and the importance of breath to maintain relaxation during challenging sequences.
Our instructor provides actionable tips to help you stay grounded while executing a passé or relevé, ensuring you build the confidence needed to tackle center combinations. Whether you are a beginner looking to understand the basics of a soutenu or an intermediate dancer refining your spotting and core control, this class offers a supportive environment to elevate your practice. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your alignment, improve your balance, and master the art of the pirouette.
