What You'll Learn
- How to generate powerful turning force through proper pelvic alignment and hip stability.
- Techniques for maintaining momentum and body direction during complex pirouette drills.
- Coordination of port de bras with lower body movements like tendu and temps lié.
- Strategies to overcome nervous system hesitation and maintain control throughout a turn.
About This Video
Elevate your center work with this comprehensive all-level ballet practice from Broche Ballet. In this session, we transition from the stability of the barre to the fluidity of the center, focusing specifically on the intricate mechanics of the pirouette. Turning is often one of the most challenging aspects of ballet, requiring a delicate balance of physical strength, timing, and mental focus. This class breaks down the components of a successful turn to help you find consistency in your practice.
We begin by exploring the essential concept of pelvic alignment and how it relates to force generation. You will learn how the pelvis must push onto the standing foot to create the necessary torque for a clean, supported rotation. By focusing on the stability and engagement of the standing hip, you can initiate a more controlled and powerful rotation. We also delve into the neurological aspect of dancing; many students struggle with the nervous system releasing the working leg too early or hesitating mid-turn. This class provides specific drills to help your body maintain momentum and push forward through the movement, ensuring you don't lose speed before the turn is complete.
Beyond turns, we work through port de bras combinations designed to add visual interest and flow to your dancing. We emphasize the synchronization of the hands and feet—opening together to create an expansive, graceful presence. Throughout the class, you will practice temps lié, tendu, and fondu sequences that challenge your weight transfer and balance. We also explore how a deep demi-plié serves as the vital engine for your jumps and turns alike.
Whether you are a beginner looking to understand the basics of a demi-plié into a turn or an intermediate dancer seeking to refine your attitude and spotting, this class offers valuable insights. At Broche Ballet, we believe that understanding the "why" behind the movement leads to faster progress. Join us on the floor to build the confidence and technique needed to master your center practice.
