Beginner Pointe Cohort: Week 10 – Tombé and Adagio Mastery

Welcome to Week 10 of the Broche Ballet Beginner Pointe 16-week program. As we progress into the double digits of this cohort, the focus shifts from isolated movements to the fluidity and strength required for complex combinations. This 31-minute class is designed to help adult dancers bridge the gap between basic stability and expressive movement en pointe.

In this session, we delve deep into the mechanics of the pas de bourrée and the relevé coupé. Proper weight distribution is paramount when dancing en pointe, and our instructor provides specific cues on how to navigate these transitions without losing your alignment. You will work extensively on the tombé, learning how to roll through the foot to reach the box of the shoe securely.

A key takeaway from this lesson is the importance of keeping the "box" close to your ribbons during a tombé to ensure a stable and aesthetically pleasing line. Strength building continues with targeted exercises in susu and plié. We emphasize a "flex and step" movement pattern to help dancers understand the relationship between the floor and the shoe's platform.

This class isn't just about strength, however; it also challenges your artistry. The final portion of the class is dedicated to a short adagio sequence. Here, you will practice maintaining your turnout and core engagement while performing slow, controlled movements.

You will learn how to maintain consistent speed throughout a combination, ensuring that your timing and rhythm remain precise. Whether you are practicing at your home barre or in a studio, this class offers the detailed technical corrections necessary to progress safely. We encourage you to focus on individual corrections, such as hip placement and core stability, before attempting to execute the full combination at speed.

Let's step onto the floor and continue your journey en pointe with confidence and grace.