What You'll Learn
- Techniques for single-leg relevé stability and strength at the barre and in center.
- Mechanics for executing precise piqué turns and en dehors/en dedans pirouettes.
- Coordination strategies for port de bras and head movement during complex sequences.
- The 'fast knees' method for fluid, weightless, and professional-looking couru work.
- Refining balance and presentation in center adagio and écarté positions.
About This Video
Elevate your training with this comprehensive 42-minute Intermediate Ballet Pointe class from Broche Ballet. This session is meticulously designed for dancers looking to transition from foundational pointe work to more complex, dynamic sequences in both barre and center configurations. The class begins at the barre, where the primary focus is on developing robust single-leg stability.
You will work through precise exercises including fondu and relevé to build the necessary strength for the demands of center work. Special attention is given to the coordination of port de bras with intricate footwork, such as tendu with enveloppé and controlled développé movements. Moving into the center, the challenge intensifies with sequences that test your balance and turning mechanics.
Dancers will practice piqué transitions into arabesque and pas de bourrée patterns that lead into both en dehors and en dedans pirouettes. Throughout these exercises, we emphasize the importance of maintaining wide shoulder blades and a strong back to ensure stability and centeredness during transitions and sous-sus. The adagio portion of the class focuses on control and artistic presentation, incorporating piqué turns, soutenu, and balances in écarté.
You will be encouraged to coordinate your head to follow your hands through balancé sequences, adding a layer of professional polish to your movement. One of the technical highlights of this session is the specialized focus on couru technique. You will learn how to achieve a fluid, 'weightless' appearance by developing 'fast knees' and significant upper body lift.
By focusing on the vibration of the legs rather than conscious stepping, you will master the effortless travel characteristic of professional pointe work. This class provides the technical tools needed to refine your turning mechanics, enhance your balance in adagio, and improve overall dynamic coordination between the head, arms, and feet. Whether you are working toward your next performance or simply want to strengthen your technique, this Broche Ballet session offers the structured, professional guidance necessary to reach your goals en pointe.
