What You'll Learn
- Master the mechanics of momentum using the shoulders to guide efficient turns.
- Improve balance and alignment in difficult center positions like arabesque and passé.
- Understand the 'front to back plane' knee transition for better hip activation in fourth position.
- Refine the execution of the soutenu and pas de bourrée within a waltz combination.
- Develop better timing and breathing through specific allonging techniques.
About This Video
Moving from the barre to the center is one of the most rewarding challenges in ballet, requiring a heightened sense of balance, core strength, and spatial awareness. In this comprehensive all-level class from Broche Ballet, we dive deep into the mechanics of movement to help you feel secure and elegant away from the support of the barre. This session focuses on a well-rounded center practice, including tendu for foot articulation, a controlled adagio for strength and line, and a fluid waltz combination to work on musicality and traveling.
One of the core focuses of this lesson is refining your turning technique. We explore the soutenu and how it serves as resistance training for more complex rotations. You will learn how to use your shoulders to generate momentum, ensuring the shoulder 'chases' the heel to create a clean, efficient turn.
We also tackle the common challenge of transitions, specifically moving the knee from the front plane to the back plane to properly activate the hip and stabilize the body in fourth position. Alignment is key throughout the class, especially during demanding positions like arabesque and passé. By focusing on body placement and proper arm positioning, you can achieve a smoother, more effortless quality of movement.
Whether you are working on sharpening your spot or finding more breath in your port de bras, this lesson provides the visual aids and technical breakdowns necessary to advance your practice. Join our Broche Ballet community and discover how subtle shifts in your alignment and timing can transform your center floor performance. Perfect for adult dancers looking for professional guidance in a supportive, accessible format.
