Intermediate Ballet Center: Attitude Turn Drills and Wild Waltz Combinations

Elevate your center practice with this 28-minute intermediate class from Broche Ballet, specifically designed to bridge the gap between technical drills and expressive performance. This session focuses on the complex mechanics of attitude turns and the fluidity of dynamic waltz combinations, providing dancers with the tools to navigate the floor with both power and grace. We begin with center tendu and pirouette exercises to establish a strong foundation of core stability and turnout.

A major highlight of this class is the deep dive into en dedans attitude turns. You will learn how to utilize the rotation of your torso and shoulders to lead the movement, ensuring that your leg placement remains precise and your momentum is controlled. Our instructor provides detailed guidance on maintaining forward hip alignment and the subtle nuances of spotting during large poses like arabesque and attitude, helping you achieve a light, floaty revolution.

As we move into the wild waltz sequences, the class challenges your musicality and spatial awareness. These combinations integrate piqué soutenu and tombé movements, requiring quick weight shifts and sharp footwork. You will also explore center floor adagio featuring more advanced steps such as renversé and écarté.

To keep your mind as engaged as your body, the session concludes with a brain teaser combination. This final sequence focuses on the precision of piqué ballotté and the importance of placing the foot directly under your center of gravity during pas de bourrée transitions. Whether you are working on your stability in a sous-sous or looking to add more breath to your fondu, this class offers professional insights into the physics of ballet.

By mastering these turns and transitions, you will gain the confidence to tackle more advanced choreography with ease and elegance.