What You'll Learn
- Establish a strong foundation with intentional demi-pliés and breath-led movement
- Execute complex center combinations including écarté, arabesque, and soutenu with fluid transitions
- Master balance techniques and 'foot-first' placement to increase confidence during center turns
- Learn to radiate artistry and energy by utilizing body weight and internal rhythm
About This Video
Elevate your dance practice with Artistry in Center, a specialized ballet session from Broche Ballet designed to bridge the gap between technical execution and expressive performance. In this 25-minute class, we transition away from the support of the barre to focus on finding stability and grace through fluid plié and port de bras combinations. The core philosophy of this lesson is that movement should originate from within, guided by the breath to create a seamless, organic flow.
The class begins by establishing a strong foundation with intentional demi-pliés. These movements are not merely exercises but the groundwork for radiating energy throughout the body. As you move through the center, the instructor provides detailed guidance on maintaining alignment and balance during complex sequences.
You will explore a variety of essential ballet techniques, including tendu, dégagé, and arabesque, all while focusing on how to use your body weight effectively to generate momentum and control. One of the highlights of this session is the focus on balance tricks that build confidence. If you have ever felt hesitant during center work, you will learn the value of the foot first technique—placing the standing foot slightly before the working foot to anchor your weight.
This is particularly useful during swivel moves and the soutenu, where picking up the leg only after the heel has swiveled ensures a secure and steady finish. Throughout the class, we break down a long piece of choreography that incorporates écarté, arabesque, and sous-sus. You will practice moving slowly and mindfully, allowing you to focus on the nuances of your port de bras and the tilt of the head in cambré.
By the end of the session, the goal is to feel relaxed and unwound, having used the repetition of movement to quiet the mind and let your inner artistry shine.
