What You'll Learn
- Distinguish between the four main types of weight transfers: tombé, temps lié, glide, and relevé.
- Understand the relationship between heel placement and leg extension during transitions.
- Master a beginner waltz combination featuring balancé and tombé lié.
- Improve balance and coordination through repetitive center practice.
About This Video
Welcome to a focused center practice designed for beginner dancers looking to refine their coordination and footwork. In this 19-minute session with Broche Ballet, we dive deep into the mechanics of moving across the floor. While many beginner steps look similar at first glance, the true artistry of ballet lies in the subtle differences between weight transfers.
We begin by exploring the four fundamental ways to shift your weight from one foot to the other: the tombé, the temps lié, the glide (including walks and piqué), and the relevé. The instructor breaks down the specific timing of when your heels leave the floor and whether your legs remain straight or enter a plié. Understanding these nuances is essential for developing the grace and precision required for more advanced choreography.
Throughout the lesson, you will practice a variety of movements including tombé, seconde tombé, and coup-de-pied. We then integrate these elements into a comprehensive waltz combination. This sequence includes eight balancé steps, graceful walks, a tombé lié, and a finishing relevé.
By isolating these movements, you will gain better control over your alignment and balance. Our instructor provides continuous feedback on execution, ensuring you understand exactly how to transition your weight smoothly without losing your center. Whether you are practicing at home or in a studio, this class offers the technical breakdown needed to move with confidence.
Join Broche Ballet today to perfect your center work and build a strong foundation for your dance journey.
