What You'll Learn
- Strategies for maintaining balance and counterbalance while dancing en pointe.
- Proper execution of temps lié and tendu transitions in the center floor.
- How to establish a stable passé before moving into more complex développé movements.
- Techniques for controlled grand battement in the center without barre support.
About This Video
Welcome to this specialized Broche Ballet practice session dedicated to mastering the center barre while en pointe. Transitioning away from the support of the barre is one of the most challenging milestones in pointe work, requiring a deep understanding of core engagement, alignment, and counterbalance. In this 38-minute class, we focus on transferring the strength you have built at the barre to the center floor, ensuring every movement is executed with precision and grace.
Our practice begins with foundational tendu movements and temps lié, emphasizing the smooth transfer of weight that is essential for stability. You will learn how to use the floor to your advantage, maintaining a strong connection even when rising en pointe. We delve into the mechanics of the passé, treating it as a vital home base for balance.
By establishing a rock-solid passé, you create a reliable foundation for more complex movements like développé. One of the key themes of this class is finding your center through counterbalance. As the legs move away from the midline, the torso must adjust subtly to maintain verticality.
We apply these principles to challenging sequences including pas de bourrée and grand battement. Executing a grand battement in the center while en pointe demands incredible control; we will guide you through the brush of the foot and the controlled descent to ensure safety and technical accuracy. Whether you are a seasoned student or just beginning to move away from the barre, this class offers various options to suit your current level.
For instance, we explore how temps lié can serve as a beautiful and effective alternative to more rapid transitions if you are focusing on finding your center. Throughout the session, the instructor provides detailed corrections on posture and alignment, helping you avoid common pitfalls and build the confidence needed to dance beautifully in the center. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your technique and achieve a new level of stability in your pointe work.
