What You'll Learn
- The specific mechanics of the pivot for smooth and efficient direction changes
- How to coordinate port de bras with complex center footwork like step arabesque
- Techniques for maintaining stability and balance during fondu and rond de jambe
- Using momentum and weight transfer to improve the fluidity of waltz movements
About This Video
Step away from the barre and into the center with this comprehensive 23-minute class from Broche Ballet. This session is specifically designed for beginner dancers looking to refine their stability and movement quality through slow, controlled combinations. We focus heavily on the mechanics of the pivot—a fundamental skill that allows for seamless transitions and direction changes in both balancing and waltz movements.
The lesson begins with foundational exercises including fondu and rond de jambe, emphasizing the melting quality required for strong weight transfers. From there, we dive into the mechanics of the pivot. You will learn how to coordinate a slight pickup of the standing foot while keeping the knee back and the shoulder forward. Using imagery like riding a bike or ice skating, we explain how to ride the momentum of the leg to carry you through a turn, keeping the knees circling in a wide, stable arc.
We also explore the integration of port de bras with footwork like the step arabesque and tendu. By focusing on the coordination between the upper and lower body, you will develop the elegance and fluidity necessary for professional-looking choreography. Whether you are practicing your waltz turns or perfecting your balance in a step arabesque, this class provides the technical breakdown needed to move efficiently across the floor. Join our Broche Ballet community as we master these essential transitions and gain the confidence to perform complex center work with grace and precision.
