What You'll Learn
- Proper body alignment and posture for stable center work
- Techniques for executing controlled piqué turns and piqué soutenu
- How to maintain balance and prevent falling backward during rotations
- Adagio combinations focusing on plié, relevé, and fluid transitions
About This Video
Welcome to a comprehensive center practice designed specifically for adult beginners. At Broche Ballet, we believe that moving from the barre to the center is one of the most exciting milestones in a dancer's journey. This 26-minute session focuses on building the foundational strength and spatial awareness required for graceful center work, with a specific emphasis on adagio and piqué turns.
The class begins with exercises designed to test your balance and posture without the support of the barre. We delve into adagio, focusing on slow, controlled movements like plié, relevé, and allongé. You will learn how to maintain your center of gravity while transitioning through various positions, ensuring your movements remain fluid and expressive.
A significant portion of this lesson is dedicated to the mechanics of the piqué turn and piqué soutenu. Many beginners struggle with falling backward or losing their "spot" during turns. Our instructor provides detailed feedback on how to stay "forward" over your standing leg, fighting the natural pull of gravity that often leads to instability.
You will learn how to coordinate your arms and head to achieve a clean, controlled rotation. Safety is paramount in ballet technique. We discuss proper landing techniques, emphasizing that the head must stay aligned over the foot to absorb impact correctly and protect your joints.
By focusing on these technical nuances, you will develop a more secure and confident center practice. Whether you are practicing at home or in a studio, these tips from Broche Ballet will help you refine your execution and build the muscle memory needed for more advanced combinations. Finish the class with a celebratory curtsy as you master the art of center floor movement.
