What You'll Learn
- Master the balance sandwich combination of tombé, pas de bourrée, and fondu.
- Learn the technical secret of lifting the heel to initiate a proper tombé.
- Improve upper body fluidity with coordinated port de bras and allongé.
- Refine transitions and weight placement in piqué sous-sous and soutenu.
About This Video
Step into the center with Broche Ballet for an 18-minute practice focused on foundational beginner movements. This class bridges the gap between barre work and fluid center combinations, emphasizing the grace of a waltzing adagio and the precision of a piqué soutenu. Throughout the session, we delve into the mechanics of essential steps such as the tombé, pas de bourrée, and fondu.
One of the core technical focuses of this class is the correct execution of the tombé. We explore the vital importance of lifting the heel before the descent, ensuring a transition that is both secure and aesthetically pleasing. By mastering this lifting action, you will find more stability in your movement and a smoother connection between steps.
We also introduce the concept of the balance sandwich, a versatile combination consisting of a tombé, a demi-pointe transition, and a fondu. This sequence is a staple in ballet choreography and provides an excellent way to practice weight transfer and balance. In addition to footwork, we focus heavily on the upper body and port de bras.
You will learn to coordinate your arm movements with your breath, creating a sense of expansiveness through allongé. We discuss how to use your head and eyes—including the subtle art of nodding—to add performance quality to your dancing. Whether you are practicing your piqué sous-sous or refining your soutenu turns, this class provides the technical corrections needed to elevate your practice.
By the end of this session, you will have a better understanding of how to use transitions like the tombé to move through space with confidence. We emphasize the necessity of breathing through every movement to maintain flow and reduce tension. Join us on the floor to refine your technique and embrace the joy of ballet center work.
