What You'll Learn
- Identify the eight body directions and how to align precisely in croisé and en face positions.
- Master the "up to go down" suspension technique for a more controlled and graceful tombé.
- Refine the glissade by achieving a fully extended second leg during the brush and push.
- Practice the pivot technique by lifting the heel slightly to change directions without losing turnout.
- Coordinate développé and arabesque movements within a foundational slow adagio sequence.
About This Video
Welcome to a foundational center practice at Broche Ballet designed to bridge the gap between barre work and fluid movement. In this 16-minute beginner ballet class, we focus on the essential mechanics of weight transfer, directional changes, and body alignment. Understanding how to move through space is a critical milestone for any dancer, and this session breaks down the technical details required to move with grace and stability.
We begin by identifying the eight directions of the body, distinguishing between croisé and en face. Precise alignment to the corners and walls of the room creates the professional lines that ballet is known for. You will practice tendu combinations that include a unique pivot technique, teaching you how to lift the heel slightly to navigate the floor while maintaining consistent turnout.
A core focus of this lesson is the tombé. We explore the "up to go down" principle, ensuring you find a moment of suspension before landing in a soft, controlled fondu. This control is vital for a clean transition into a pas de bourrée.
We also demystify the glissade, emphasizing the importance of showing a fully straight second leg in the air during the brush and push-off. The class concludes with an introduction to développé in front, side, and arabesque positions. By integrating these into a slow adagio, you will learn to coordinate your breath, arm placement, and core stability.
Throughout the session, the instructor provides insights on hip alignment and forward weight placement to ensure your feet land cleanly in fifth position every time. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your technique and build the confidence to dance in the center with ease.
