What You'll Learn
- Master center balance using proprioception drills and eyes-closed exercises.
- Refine transitions between parallel and turned-out positions for better stability.
- Improve control in essential poses like arabesque and coupé de pied.
- Utilize breath and relaxation techniques to maintain poise during difficult balances.
- Develop a stronger mind-body connection to sense your alignment without a mirror.
About This Video
Elevate your stability and mind-body connection with this specialized 11-minute center class from Broche Ballet. This session is dedicated to the art of balancing and proprioception, providing dancers with the tools to find their center without the support of the barre. Proprioception—the body's ability to sense movement, action, and location—is a critical skill for any ballet dancer aiming for professional-level control and poise.
The class begins with parallel positions to establish a neutral foundation before progressing into challenging turned-out exercises. Throughout the video, you will work through essential movements including the demi-plié, plié, and arabesque. You will also practice maintaining stability in various positions such as coupé de pied and passé.
One of the unique highlights of this lesson is the inclusion of eyes-closed drills. By removing visual cues, you force your neuromuscular system to work harder to maintain equilibrium, which significantly improves your balance in the long run. The instructor provides expert guidance on keeping the leg parallel, pushing the knee down toward the floor, and correctly turning the leg inward or outward.
You will explore dynamic movements, extending the foot front and back while focusing on a stable core and relaxed breathing. These drills are designed to help you maintain control even in complex positions. Whether you are working on your port de bras or perfecting your arabesque, these proprioception exercises will provide the foundational strength needed for advanced center work.
By the end of this session, you will have a deeper understanding of how to use your internal awareness to stay grounded and centered. Join Broche Ballet and discover how intentional drills can transform your technical execution and artistic confidence in the center.
