What You'll Learn
- The distinction between a brush and a springing (darting) step in petite allegro
- Correct execution of sissonne, jeté, and glissade mechanics at the barre
- How to use plié and tombé to initiate power and smooth transitions
- The difference in trajectory between low glissades and high-reaching sissonnes
- Proper timing and foot placement for changement de pieds and other springing steps
About This Video
Welcome back to the Broche Ballet Beginner Jump Series. In Class #2 of our 8-part series, we shift our focus toward the intricate mechanics of petite allegro. This session is unique because we emphasize "no jumping" practice, allowing you to master the fundamental physics of elevation while remaining at the barre.
This approach is ideal for dancers who want to build strength without the high impact on joints, or for those practicing at home on surfaces like wood or tile where repetitive jumping might be discouraged. Our primary objective in this class is to deconstruct the sissonne and the jeté. While these steps eventually involve taking flight, their success depends entirely on what happens while the feet are still in contact with the floor.
We dive deep into the "engine" of the jump: the plié. You will learn how to use a deep, controlled plié to generate power and how to transition through a tombé or relevé to achieve the correct lines. By practicing these at the barre, you gain the stability needed to analyze your footwork and ensure you are not merely brushing when you should be springing.
The lesson also covers the essential differences in trajectory between various springing steps. For instance, we contrast the glissade—which requires a low, darting movement to travel across the floor—with the sissonne, which demands a higher initial lift. Developing this spatial awareness at the barre prevents the common beginner mistake of treating every jump with the same energy.
We also incorporate changement de pieds to challenge your coordination and ensure your heels are making proper contact with the floor during every landing mechanic. Whether you are a beginner looking to understand the why behind the how, or an intermediate dancer seeking to refine your petite allegro clarity, this class provides the technical breakdown necessary for progress. Join Broche Ballet as we build the strength, timing, and control required to eventually take your jumps to the center with confidence and grace.
