What You'll Learn
- Techniques for articulating through the box and shank of the pointe shoe
- Strategies for maintaining perfect alignment and balance during complex barre sequences
- How to execute movements like fondu and enveloppé with stability and control
- The role of glute and core engagement in supporting your weight while en pointe
- Developing the foot strength and placement required for center work
About This Video
Elevate your ballet practice with Broche Ballet’s comprehensive "Barre in Pointe Shoes" class. This 34-minute session is specifically designed to help intermediate and advanced dancers bridge the gap between flat-shoe technique and the specialized demands of dancing en pointe. Led by our expert instructors, this class focuses on the fundamental articulation and strength-building exercises necessary for stability and grace.
The barre is the foundation of all ballet, but when you step into pointe shoes, the requirements for alignment and foot control intensify. This practice session guides you through a sequence of essential movements, including plié, tendu, and fondu. By focusing on how the foot moves through the shoe—articulating from the heel through the demi-pointe to the full platform—you will develop the strength and sensory awareness required for advanced center work.
Throughout the class, we emphasize the importance of core engagement and the role of the glutes in maintaining balance. You will practice specific transitions such as cou-de-pied and enveloppé, learning how to maintain your turnout and placement even as the complexity increases. We also incorporate arabesque and cambré movements to help you find your center of gravity while working in the shoes.
At Broche Ballet, we believe that mastering pointe work requires both patience and precision. This video provides the structured environment you need to work on your control and rotational movements safely. Whether you are looking to refine your existing skills or build the stamina needed for longer variations, this barre session offers the technical insights to help you dance with professional clarity.
Join us as we work through the nuances of footwork, placement, and the artistry of pointe technique.
