What You'll Learn
- Master the transition between demi-pointe and full pointe with precision
- Enhance stability during adagio exercises involving développé and fondu
- Improve alignment and control in complex barre sequences
- Learn modifications for finding balance and center while wearing pointe shoes
- Refine port de bras and coordination during cambré and enveloppé movements
About This Video
Join Broche Ballet for a special 34-minute practice session focused on the elegance and strength required for pointe work. This class, recorded as a celebratory 34th birthday barre, is designed for dancers looking to solidify their foundation while wearing pointe shoes. The session moves through a comprehensive series of exercises that challenge your stability, alignment, and technical precision at the barre.
Working en pointe is essential for developing the foot and ankle strength necessary for center work. In this lesson, we dive deep into the mechanics of the relevé, focusing on the rise and the descent. You will learn how to find your center of gravity while transitioning between demi-pointe and full pointe, with specific cues on how to manage the box of the shoe during short balances.
The class emphasizes adagio work, which is the heart of control. You will practice sequences involving développé to the front and side, coupled with a deep, controlled fondu. These movements are not just about height; they are about the journey of the leg and the coordination of the bras and head.
By focusing on the enveloppé and cambré, you will improve your overall fluidity and port de bras while maintaining a stable base. Throughout the practice, the instructor provides modifications for different levels of comfort en pointe. Whether you are tapping the floor for stability or pushing for a full balance, the goal is to build confidence and muscle memory.
We explore specific sequences, ensuring that every transition is intentional and graceful. Consistency is key in ballet, and this class provides a structured environment to practice the terminology and movements that form the backbone of advanced training. From the initial plié to the final balance, you will be encouraged to focus on the details that make a difference in your performance.
Grab your pointe shoes, clear a space at your home barre, and let’s work on your technique together.
