What You'll Learn
- Mastering the coordination of tombé pas de bourrée and piqué passé combinations.
- Techniques for maintaining an upright torso and balance during deep plié transitions.
- Proper execution of port de bras to accompany complex center footwork.
- Navigating the room using correct body directions and managing corners effectively.
- The importance of the straight leg in stepping movements to ensure stability and line.
About This Video
Transitioning from a beginner level to intermediate ballet is one of the most exciting yet challenging milestones in a dancer’s journey. At Broche Ballet, we understand that moving away from the stability of the barre and into the center requires a new level of coordination, strength, and spatial awareness. This class, "Bridging the Gap to Intermediate," is specifically designed to help you navigate this transition by introducing more complex vocabulary and focusing on body directions.
In this session, we dive deep into center vocabulary, focusing on steps that move across the floor. You will practice fundamental intermediate combinations like the tombé pas de bourrée followed by a piqué passé and coupé over. These movements require precise weight transfers and a strong understanding of how to use a plié as a powerhouse for your next step.
A key focus of the lesson is ensuring that the leg remains straight when stepping into a piqué—a common challenge for dancers leveling up. We also explore the nuances of port de bras and how it interacts with your leg movements. Understanding the difference between a pivot and a fluid arm transition is essential for achieving that graceful, professional look.
The instructor emphasizes maintaining an upright posture; it is tempting to lean forward when things get complicated, but staying over your center of gravity is the secret to balance. Throughout the class, you will learn how to manage the corners of the room and use various body directions to add dimension to your dancing. By focusing on the transition steps as much as the positions themselves, you will build the fluidity needed for more advanced choreography.
Join us at Broche Ballet as we refine your technique and help you reach your dance goals.
