What You'll Learn
- How to use upper body counterbalance for a steady petit développé
- Techniques for finding stability and length in a classical arabesque
- Fluid transitions and port de bras for a graceful ballet waltz
- Proper alignment for cambré and passé movements in the center
About This Video
Step away from the barre and into the center with this comprehensive beginner ballet class from Broche Ballet. Designed specifically for those transitioning to center work, this session focuses on the essential skills of balance, coordination, and fluid movement. We begin the lesson by refining our petit développé and cou-de-pied movements.
A common challenge for beginners is maintaining balance while the working leg is in motion. We address this by teaching the concept of counterbalance in the upper body. By understanding how to shift your weight and engage your back muscles, you can execute a petit développé with precision and grace.
We also emphasize port de bras, ensuring that your arms are actively helping you maintain your center of gravity rather than just acting as decoration. One of the core highlights of this class is mastering the arabesque. As one of ballet's most iconic poses, the arabesque requires more than just leg height; it demands a clear understanding of alignment and the relationship between the supporting leg and the extended arm.
You will learn how to hold your port de bras with grace while maintaining a solid center of gravity. We also incorporate cambré and passé movements to challenge your orientation and weight placement. The class culminates in a beautiful waltz combination.
Here, you will practice the pas de valse, integrating the technical elements learned earlier into a continuous, flowing sequence. We focus on épaulement and stylized movements to add artistic flair to your dancing. Whether you are practicing in a small home studio or a larger space, these exercises are tailored to help you feel confident and poised without the support of the barre.
By the end of this lesson, you will have a better grasp of how to transition smoothly between steps while maintaining your turnout and breath. Join us at Broche Ballet as we refine your technique, one waltz at a time.
