What You'll Learn
- Master the sharp 'strike' action of the frappé for improved foot articulation.
- Execute complex combinations involving tombé, coupé, and piqué with technical accuracy.
- Develop the ability to maintain form and turnout while transitioning through slow, medium, and fast tempos.
- Enhance coordination and weight placement during quick shifts and relevé movements.
About This Video
Transitioning from a beginner to an intermediate dancer requires a significant focus on foot articulation and musicality. In this Broche Ballet session, we dive deep into one of the most vital exercises for developing quickness: the frappé. This class is designed to help you move beyond simple repetition and into the realm of technical mastery by challenging your coordination and speed. We focus on a complex combination that incorporates essential movements such as tombé, coupé, and piqué, ensuring you build a versatile and strong technical foundation.
The core of this lesson is centered around tempo control. We begin by breaking down the combination at a slow pace, allowing you to focus on the 'strike' of the foot and the precise placement of the relevé. From there, we transition to a medium tempo to test your coordination before finally challenging you with 'warp speed.' Performing frappés at high speeds is an excellent way to develop the fast-twitch muscle fibers necessary for petit allegro and advanced footwork. By repeating the sequence at varying speeds, you will learn how to maintain your turnout and core stability even when the music accelerates.
Throughout the class, we emphasize the importance of proper alignment and the transitions between steps. You will learn how to effectively use a coupé to prepare for the next strike and how to maintain a strong standing leg during piqué movements. This session isn't just a workout; it is a technical deep dive that will leave you with a better understanding of how to use your feet as precision instruments. Whether you are looking to sharpen your barre work or improve your overall allegro performance, this Beyond Beginner class provides the tools and repetitions you need to succeed.
