What You'll Learn
- Technical precision for executing tombé and fondu while wearing pointe shoes
- How to use strong shoulder blades and upper back engagement to find balance
- Methods for softening the fingers and toes to prevent tension during movements
- Strategies for full foot articulation and pointing to the corner of the shoe
- The benefits of consistent barre practice en pointe for building specific strength
About This Video
Welcome to this specialized Broche Ballet practice session designed to help you achieve grace and precision in your pointe work. This 36-minute class focuses on the intricate mechanics of the feet at the barre, specifically targeting the tombé and fondu. By performing these exercises en pointe, you will build the necessary strength and muscle memory required for seamless transitions in the center.
Your instructor provides detailed guidance on maintaining a strong upper back and engaged shoulder blades to find your balance, ensuring that your core remains the anchor for your movements. Throughout the lesson, we explore unique concepts like the 'tug of war' between the toes and fingers, a visualization technique used to eliminate unnecessary tension and soften your port de bras. You will also learn the 'whack-a-mole' approach to managing foot and finger tension, helping you maintain a professional aesthetic even during the most challenging sequences.
This session emphasizes the importance of articulating the foot completely, ensuring your toes are pointed all the way to the corner of the shoe box. Whether you are working on your lunge or perfecting a relevé, these exercises provide the technical foundation needed to transition from the barre to the center with confidence. This class is an excellent way to supplement your regular training and focus on the fine details that make ballet truly beautiful.
