What You'll Learn
- Artistic phrasing for a fluid and expressive dance-y adagio.
- Technical strategies for maintaining center balance in developp9 and pass9.
- Mechanics of piqu9 turns, including hip alignment and spotting.
- Smooth transitions using ton li9, failli, and soutenu steps.
About This Video
Take your ballet practice away from the barre with this engaging all-level center class at Broche Ballet. In this 27-minute session, we dive deep into the artistry and stability required for center work, beginning with a dance-y adagio that emphasizes fluidity, phrasing, and artistic expression. You will explore the connection between fundamental movements such as the ton lié and arabesque, learning how to use your breath to sustain long lines and create graceful transitions between steps.
A significant portion of this class is dedicated to mastering the art of the balance. We provide extra practice for balancing in développ9, helping you find your vertical alignment and maintain a strong relev9 without the physical support of the barre. Throughout the exercises, you'll focus on the precise placement of the pass9 and the necessary core engagement to achieve a steady, beautiful line in the center of the room.
The instructor breaks down the mechanics of the grand rond de jambe and how to keep the supporting leg grounded during these challenging extensions. As the class progresses, we move into more dynamic and traveling movements, including pirouettes and piqu9 turns. The instructor provides detailed corrections on hip alignment—specifically pushing the hips forward over the standing leg—and spotting techniques, ensuring that your turns are as efficient as they are elegant.
We also review essential transitional steps like the failli and soutenu, which are crucial for bridging the gap between static positions and more complex, traveling combinations. By integrating these practice and rehearsal strategies, you will learn how to approach center work with both technical precision and a sense of dance-like ease. This session covers everything from the subtle nuances of a tendu in the center to the power required for a clean piqu9.
Join us at Broche Ballet to elevate your technique through this thoughtfully structured practice.
