What You'll Learn
- How to generate and control momentum for stable piqué soutenu turns
- Techniques for maintaining vertical alignment and balance during center adagio
- Proper execution of pas de cheval and développé to improve leg strength
- The role of port de bras in coordinating movement and facilitating turns
- Effective use of the plié to initiate powerful and graceful transitions
About This Video
In this 24-minute center practice session from Broche Ballet, we transition from the stability of the barre to the fluid dynamics of center floor work. The primary focus of this class is understanding and harnessing momentum, specifically within the piqué soutenu turn. For many beginners, turns can feel like a loss of control; however, by mastering the mechanics of how we generate and stop energy, you can achieve a sense of weightless stability.
We begin with a series of exercises designed to ground the body and establish proper alignment. Throughout the session, your instructor emphasizes the importance of a deep, functional plié as the engine for all movement. You will work through adagio combinations that challenge your balance on one leg, utilizing movements like the développé and pas de cheval to build the necessary core strength and leg extension required for center work.
As we progress into the turning sequences, we break down the piqué soutenu into its fundamental parts. You will learn how to step onto a strong, straight supporting leg while simultaneously bringing the other foot into a tight retiré or coupé position, using the arms in an intentional port de bras to gather momentum. The class also highlights the significance of breathing and core engagement, ensuring that every movement is supported from the center out to the fingertips.
By the end of this class, you will have a better understanding of how to maintain your posture and alignment even while the body is in motion. Whether you are practicing in a studio or a home space, these techniques will help you move with greater confidence and grace. Join us as we explore the intersection of strength and momentum in this comprehensive beginner ballet center class.
