What You'll Learn
- Execute a smooth tombé and pas de bourrée sequence with proper weight transfer
- Utilize "greeting arms" to connect with the audience and enhance performance quality
- Master counterbalancing techniques for slower, more controlled landings
- Improve balance and alignment in cou-de-pied, passé, and arabesque positions
About This Video
Transitioning from the stability of the barre to the open floor of the center is one of the most challenging moments for any adult ballet student. At Broche Ballet, we understand that center work can feel stressful, but it is also where the real magic of dance happens. This 15-minute practice is specifically designed for dancers who want to build confidence and fluidity in their movements without the anxiety of complex choreography.
In this session, we break down essential beginner center steps into manageable, elegant sequences. You will focus on the foundational tombé into a pas de bourrée, ensuring your weight transfers are smooth and controlled. We also explore positions like cou-de-pied, passé, and arabesque, emphasizing the importance of proper alignment and posture throughout.
" We teach you to use your port de bras not just as a technical requirement, but as an invitation to the audience, creating a sense of performance and poise. You will learn the art of counterbalancing—using your core and opposing limbs to slow down your movements and land your steps with softness and control. By lingering on your transitions and finding the breath between movements, you will transform a mechanical routine into a beautiful performance.
Whether you are struggling with your tendu sequences or finding it hard to balance in passé, this class provides the tips and corrections necessary to improve your technique. Remember, ballet is a journey. This practice encourages you to take your time, enjoy the process, and perform with elegance rather than just going through the motions.
Join us at Broche Ballet as we turn center work from a source of stress into a source of joy.
