Intermediate Ballet Pointe: Mastering Center Fondu, Piqué, and Pirouettes

Welcome to a focused 13-minute intermediate pointe session with Broche Ballet, designed specifically to challenge your stability and precision away from the barre. In this "Just Center" class, we move straight into the heart of ballet technique, focusing on the sophisticated movements that define intermediate artistry. We begin with a series of exercises designed to build strength and control, including fondu and relevé combinations.

These foundational movements are crucial for developing the necessary ankle stability for more complex center work. As we progress, the class dives deep into turn technique. You will practice the mechanics of a clean pirouette, focusing on a tight su-su and seamless weight transfer.

The instructor provides invaluable cues, such as imagining your head and foot moving in opposite directions to find your vertical axis and maintain perfect balance throughout the rotation. The class also covers balancé and passé work, emphasizing the importance of keeping your feet tight and maintaining momentum. You will learn specific tips for pirouette en dehors, such as how to open the leg and "overshoot" the turn to ensure your weight lands directly over your supporting leg.

This focus on precision helps prevent falling forward and ensures a clean, professional finish to every combination. By integrating these technical insights with fluid movement, you will work on your stage presence and performance quality. Whether you are refining your piqué turns or working on the control of your plié before a jump or turn, this class offers the professional guidance needed to advance your pointe work.

Join us at Broche Ballet to transform your center practice into a display of grace and technical mastery.