What You'll Learn
- How to use legs as balance aids for seamless weight transfer
- Techniques for changing direction while performing waltz steps
- Execution of center combinations including balancé, fondu, and arabesque
- Proper port de bras and arm placement for stability during pivots
- Coordinating multi-step sequences on both the right and left sides
About This Video
Moving from the barre to the center is one of the most exciting and challenging milestones in a dancer's journey. In this 23-minute Beginner Ballet Center class at Broche Ballet, we focus specifically on the mechanics of traveling and weight transfer. This session is designed to help you find your independence in the center, relying on your internal alignment rather than the external support of the barre.
" In ballet, your legs aren't just for decoration; they are the tools that propel you through space. You will learn how to strategically place your feet to initiate movement and maintain stability during transitions. This class places a heavy emphasis on waltz steps, teaching you how to modulate step size to change direction effortlessly.
By taking a larger step toward your target corner and following with smaller, controlled steps, you can navigate even small practice spaces with the elegance of a professional dancer. The curriculum covers a rich variety of vocabulary, including the fondu, arabesque, and balancé. We dive deep into the sous-tenu and rond de jambe, ensuring that your footwork is precise and your turnout is maintained throughout the sequences.
A significant portion of the class is dedicated to mastering the waltz combination, which integrates pivots, cou-de-pied actions, and allongé finishes. At Broche Ballet, we believe that technique is the foundation of artistry. That is why we emphasize proper port de bras—the carriage of the arms—to complement your legwork.
Learning where to place your arms in relation to your torso will help you find balance during pirouettes and turns. We wrap up the session with a graceful pose to acknowledge your hard work. By practicing these combinations on both sides, you will build the coordination and muscle memory necessary to progress to more advanced center work.
