What You'll Learn
- Techniques for finding stability in tendu back and arabesque without the barre.
- How to execute a smooth fouetté pivot by managing weight distribution.
- The role of cambré and arm placement in maintaining center balance.
- A fluid waltz combination that integrates soutenu turns and grand jetés.
- The art of the révérence to conclude your ballet practice with grace.
About This Video
In this 17-minute center practice from Broche Ballet, we transition from the stability of the barre to the challenging world of center work. This session is specifically designed for beginner adult dancers who want to find their center of gravity while moving through space. We begin by focusing on alignment and balance in tendu back and arabesque en face.
One of the key secrets shared in this lesson is the concept of weight placement; by leaning slightly away from the direction of movement, you create a floating effect that allows for better control and timing. The class dives deep into the mechanics of the fouetté pivot. Unlike many static positions, this movement requires a dynamic understanding of how the foot interacts with the floor.
You will learn how to use your arms—moving from first position to open—to guide your body's orientation and maintain a croisé alignment. We also explore the soutenu turn and how it connects various elements of center choreography. As we progress, we introduce the cambré, a slight arch of the body that, when executed correctly, helps stabilize the core during extensions.
The instructor provides real-time corrections on how to avoid falling into a movement, which often happens when a dancer leans too far forward. Instead, we focus on catching the movement to create an illusion of being above gravity. The session culminates in a joyful waltz combination.
This allows students to apply the technical concepts of balance and pivoting into a fluid, musical sequence. We conclude with a grand jeté and a traditional révérence, including a curtsy, to honor the art form. Whether you are practicing in a home studio or a professional space, this Broche Ballet class provides the foundational tools necessary to move with grace, confidence, and precision.
