What You'll Learn
- Master the transition from two-hand to one-hand barre support to build core and ankle stability.
- Enhance foot articulation and strength through the technical practice of 'shaving the feet'.
- Improve piqué stability by focusing on correct hip alignment and vertical placement.
- Develop superior ankle control by practicing slow, articulated rolling down from pointe.
- Balance technical precision with artistic port de bras and expressive finger placements.
About This Video
Take the next step in your pointe journey with Broche Ballet’s Beyond Beginner Pointe class. This 35-minute session is specifically designed to help dancers transition from the security of two hands on the barre to the stability of one hand. This transition is a crucial milestone in every dancer's progression, serving as the bridge between foundational drills and the freedom of center-floor work.
The class begins with intensive foot articulation exercises. We emphasize the concept of 'shaving the feet' against the floor, a technique that ensures you are working through the box of your pointe shoes to build necessary intrinsic foot strength. As we move into tendu and relevé combinations, you will learn how to maintain your alignment while reducing your reliance on the barre.
We delve into technical specifics like sous-sous with integrated port de bras, challenging you to maintain a strong core while your upper body remains fluid and expressive. The instructor provides detailed guidance on the mechanics of piqué movements, highlighting the importance of lifting the hip first to achieve a clean, stable ascent onto the platform. You will also practice fondu, développé, and rond de jambe en pointe, focusing on finding your vertical axis.
A key focus of this lesson is ankle control. By practicing detourné and rolling down slowly through the demi-pointe, you will develop the eccentric strength required for graceful descents. Throughout the class, we emphasize the juxtaposition of power and grace—matching strong, pointed toes with soft, expressive fingers.
This holistic approach ensures that as you build the strength for center work, you are also cultivating the professional aesthetic of a seasoned dancer. ' Instead, you will learn to use the barre as a guide rather than a crutch. This internalizing of balance is essential for future pirouette training and complex center work.
Join us to refine your placement and gain the confidence to eventually step away from the barre entirely.
