What You'll Learn
- How to maintain a neutral and flat pelvis during complex demi-pointe and pointe work.
- Techniques for engaging the hip bones and correctly positioning the femur bone for stability.
- Methods for opening the cou-de-pied hip to prevent creasing during leg movements.
- Core engagement strategies, including lifting the belly button to the spine for better balance.
- The secret to refined port de bras by managing tension levels in the upper and lower arm.
About This Video
Welcome to a specialized technique class at Broche Ballet designed to transform your structural alignment from the ground up. This all-level barre practice focuses intensely on the mechanics of the pelvis, hips, and spine, providing you with the tools necessary for a stable and graceful ballet silhouette. Throughout this session, we move beyond simple repetition to explore the deeper anatomical connections required for advanced ballet movements.
The class begins with a comprehensive warm-up and progresses into more complex sequences, including dedicated demi-pointe and pointe work for those ready for the challenge. ' We examine how to maintain a neutral pelvic position during demanding movements such as demi-plié and relevé. You will learn the importance of pushing the femur bone 'up and in' toward the front of the pelvis rather than allowing it to push out the back, a common misalignment that can hinder balance.
Our instructor provides detailed feedback on keeping the front of the cou-de-pied hip open to avoid functional creasing, ensuring that every movement is executed with maximum efficiency and aesthetic line. In addition to lower body mechanics, we delve into core engagement and arm carriage. You will practice lifting the belly button toward the spine to secure your center, and explore the subtle nuances of port de bras, where the top of the arm maintains more engagement than the bottom.
The session culminates in a series of 16 relevés, challenging your ability to maintain these intricate alignment cues while rising onto the balls of the feet or the tips of your pointe shoes. Whether you are a beginner looking for a solid foundation or an advanced dancer refining your technique, this class offers essential insights for every artist.
