What You'll Learn
- How to maintain core stability and 'closed abs' during soutenu and tendu movements.
- Techniques for landing smoothly from chaînés turns into a stable tendu position.
- The importance of pushing directly from plié to tendu to improve musical timing.
- Refining port de bras to enhance performance quality and upper body coordination.
- Maintaining controlled speed and tight positions during complex footwork transitions.
About This Video
Step into the center with confidence in this 20-minute practice session designed specifically for beginner dancers. At Broche Ballet, we understand that moving away from the support of the barre is a significant milestone in a dancer's journey. This class is meticulously structured to bridge that gap by focusing on the essential pillars of stability, precision, and musicality.
Throughout the lesson, we explore a variety of foundational movements including plié, tendu, and tombé, all while maintaining the grace and form expected in a professional setting. We place a heavy emphasis on the 'hidden' work of ballet: core engagement. You will learn the importance of keeping your abdominals 'closed' in the front, especially when executing soutenu and tendu sequences.
This internal strength is what allows a dancer to maintain balance and verticality when the floor becomes their only support. We also delve into the dynamics of speed and preparation. You will practice transitioning from chaînés turns into a controlled tendu back without losing your center or 'crumbling' upon landing.
By focusing on pushing straight up from a plié into a tendu, you will find it much easier to stay in sync with the music, ensuring your movements are crisp and intentional. The class concludes with a focus on port de bras and performance quality. We integrate arm movements with footwork like the pas de bourrée, teaching you how to coordinate the upper and lower body seamlessly.
Whether you are practicing in a studio or a home space, this class provides the professional corrections and tips needed to elevate your technique and prepare you for more advanced center combinations.
