What You'll Learn
- Master the mechanics of a stable passé as a foundation for successful pirouettes
- Techniques for maintaining mental calmness and focus during high-speed turns
- Proper weight distribution and alignment during center tendu combinations
- How to use arm placement and upper body engagement to improve center balance
About This Video
In this comprehensive all-level ballet center class, Broche Ballet invites you to step away from the barre and find your internal balance. Center work is the heart of ballet training, requiring a unique blend of physical precision and mental composure. This session focuses on the fundamental movements that build a strong foundation for any dancer: the tendu, the plié, and the pirouette.
We begin with a focused look at tendus and footwork combinations. Moving through front, side, and back positions, you will learn how to maintain proper alignment and posture without the support of the barre. The instructor emphasizes the importance of weight distribution, specifically maintaining a forward-weighted stance during passé movements to ensure a stable base for more complex steps.
One of the core highlights of this class is the preparation and execution of pirouettes. Turning in the center can often feel daunting, but this lesson breaks down the mechanics into manageable pieces. You will work on the passé position and the relevé, focusing on how to engage the triceps and the muscles under the arm pits to stabilize the upper body.
A key takeaway from this session is the concept of mental calmness. The instructor guides you on how to maintain speed and momentum during a turn while keeping the mind quiet and focused. The class concludes with a grand combination that synthesizes everything you have practiced.
By integrating pliés, passés, and pirouettes into a fluid sequence, you will develop the muscle memory needed for graceful transitions. Whether you are a beginner looking to understand the basics or an intermediate dancer refining your form, this practice offers valuable insights into movement de côté and the significance of keeping the arms in a strong first position during closures. Join Broche Ballet and elevate your center practice today.
