What You'll Learn
- Master the basket weave tendu pattern to boost coordination and spatial awareness.
- Refine pas de bourrée technique with a focus on turnout and heel placement.
- Understand the mechanical differences between glissade and piqué.
- Improve balance by synchronizing port de bras with leg movements in petite développé.
- Execute a classical révérence including demi-plié and sous-sous.
About This Video
Welcome to a focused center practice designed specifically for beginner dancers looking to build confidence away from the barre. In this 16-minute session at Broche Ballet, we dive into the fundamental connector steps that form the building blocks of more complex choreography. We start with a unique basket weave tendu pattern.
This exercise is essential for developing spatial awareness and coordination, as it requires you to constantly switch legs and directions, challenging your mind as much as your muscles. A core focus of this class is refining your footwork in steps like ton lié, pas de bourrée, and chassé. You will learn how to maintain proper turnout and ensure your heels are forward, preventing common technical habits that can lead to instability.
We also provide a detailed breakdown of the glissade. Many beginners struggle with the weight transfer in this step; here, we compare its mechanics to the piqué to help you understand the distinct qualities of each. You will learn how to propel your body across the floor with straight, energized legs.
Coordination is another major theme of the lesson. We work on the relationship between your port de bras and legs during petite développé and balance exercises. Synchronizing your arms and legs is key to achieving that fluid, effortless look that defines classical ballet.
Finally, the class concludes with a traditional adage and révérence, incorporating demi-plié, sous-sous, and développé. This holistic approach ensures you are not just learning steps, but are practicing the artistry and technical precision required for professional center work. Whether you are practicing in a studio or a small home space, these exercises are designed to maximize your growth and technical stability.
