What You'll Learn
- How to find stability in a relevé passé balance by aligning the femur head
- Techniques for clean pirouettes from fourth position with controlled landings
- Proper execution of pas de bourré and soutenu transitions
- Maintaining a 'shoulders down' posture to improve turn stability
- Applying technical skills to a waltz rhythm and center combinations
About This Video
Elevate your center practice with this comprehensive 21-minute class from Broche Ballet. Designed for dancers of all levels, this session focuses on the intricate mechanics of balance and rotation, providing you with the technical "why" behind the movements. We begin by breaking down the relevé passé balance, a fundamental skill that requires precise alignment. You will learn how to stabilize your standing leg by focusing on the placement of the femur head. By centering the femur head directly over the arch of your foot, you create a vertical line of power that makes holding a balance feel effortless.
The class then transitions into pirouette technique. We specifically address pirouettes from fourth position, focusing on the coordination between the push-off and the find of the balance. A key takeaway from this lesson is the "shoulders down" cue, which prevents the upper body from flying forward and disrupting your center of gravity. You will also practice soutenu turns and pas de bourré, learning how to maintain tight legs and proper turnout even during quick transitions.
To round out the session, we apply these skills to a waltz rhythm. Dancing through centerwork is about more than just positions; it is about the flow and timing between the steps. The instructor provides detailed feedback on maintaining control during a chassé and ensuring your landings are as stable as your takeoffs. Whether you are practicing in a studio or your living room, this Broche Ballet lesson offers the professional guidance needed to refine your artistry and technical precision. Strengthen your core, improve your rotation, and find your center with us.
