What You'll Learn
- Technical breakdown of glissade and pique sous-sous for smooth center transitions.
- Proper coordination of port de bras and allongée to enhance upper body artistry.
- Core engagement and breathing strategies to maintain balance and prevent injury.
- Fundamental petite allegro steps including pas de bourrée and coup-de-pied.
- Traditional révérence etiquette to conclude your ballet practice with grace.
About This Video
Welcome to a comprehensive 25-minute beginner ballet center session designed to help you transition from the barre to the center with confidence and grace. Led by Julie at Broche Ballet, this class focuses on the fundamental mechanics of center work, ensuring you build a solid foundation for more complex allegro movements. We begin with a review of core alignment principles, emphasizing the importance of a neutral pelvis and engaged core to maintain balance without the support of the barre.
The core of this lesson is a detailed breakdown of the glissade and its relationship to pique sous-sous. You will learn how to coordinate your footwork with intentional port de bras, focusing on the timing and fluidity of your movements. We cover essential beginner vocabulary including tendu, pas de bourrée, and coup-de-pied, providing technical cues to help you execute these steps with precision and clarity. Julie guides you through the nuances of petite allegro, teaching you how to use your plié effectively to create spring and stability in your jumps.
Artistry is woven throughout the technical practice. You will explore the port de bras and allongée positions, learning how to use your upper body to express the musicality of the combinations. We also focus on breathing techniques, showing you how to inhale on preparation and exhale on execution to support your stamina and flow. The class concludes with a traditional révérence, including bows and curtsies, allowing you to reflect on your practice and honor the traditions of ballet. Whether you are practicing in a small home space or a studio, this class provides the tools you need to improve your center-floor presence and technical accuracy.
