What You'll Learn
- Refine pirouette technique by optimizing your fourth position for better rotation.
- Use arm reach and momentum to generate power for piqué turns and forward steps.
- Improve stability and alignment in center combinations without the barre.
- Develop stage presence and learn to take up space with your eyes and body.
- Master the mechanics of grand jeté and fouetté movements through proper core engagement.
About This Video
Welcome to this comprehensive center practice from Broche Ballet, designed for dancers of all levels who want to strengthen their foundation and master complex movements. This 25-minute session focuses on the heart of ballet: the center. Without the support of the barre, dancers must rely on their core engagement, proper alignment, and internal momentum to execute steps with grace and precision.
In this class, we dive deep into the mechanics of the pirouette. You will learn how to pull your fourth position back effectively with each turn to ensure a smooth, controlled rotation. We also explore the importance of the plié as the power source for your movements and how a well-placed tendu sets the stage for stability.
Whether you are working on en dehors or en dedans turns, the instructor provides specific corrections to help you find your center of gravity. Beyond turns, the session covers piqué movements and the expansive grand jeté. A key focus of this practice is learning to use your body's natural momentum.
You will discover how the reach of your arm underneath you can provide the necessary drive for forward steps and turns, while bracing yourself with your arms offers essential stability during arabesque and other challenging poses. We also touch upon the artistry of ballet. Technique is the foundation, but presence is what brings a performance to life.
The final exercises emphasize taking up space with your eyes, body, and overall presence. You will learn to execute movements that frame the body beautifully, helping you command the stage with confidence. At Broche Ballet, we believe that repetition and mindful practice are the keys to growth.
This class encourages you to focus on the sensation of the movement—like pulling the front knee back to improve the springiness of your turns—rather than just the technical execution. Join us for this All-Level Center class and take your ballet technique to the next level.
