What You'll Learn
- Execute the échappé with control and precision
- Refine pas de bourrée and piqué combinations
- Improve ankle flexibility for smoother rolls on and off pointe
- Master sous-sus alignment to build better balance
- Develop a fluid line through transitions and bourrées
About This Video
Welcome back to Class #14 of our Beginner Pointe series at Broche Ballet. As we approach the conclusion of this cohort, we are moving beyond simple rises at the barre to master more dynamic, center-style movements. In today's session, we focus on one of the most essential steps in the ballet vocabulary: the échappé.
Literally meaning "to escape," the échappé requires a delicate balance of power and control. We will explore how to roll through the feet efficiently, ensuring that every movement is purposeful and avoids any "snapping" or stiffness. This escaping action from a closed position to an open one is a fundamental building block for future allegro work en pointe.
Mastering pointe work is as much about the transitions between the steps as it is about the positions themselves. We will spend significant time reviewing combinations involving the pas de bourrée, piqué, and ballonné. These steps require a high degree of ankle flexibility and strength to maintain stability while moving across the floor.
By focusing on the back ankle's articulation and the stretch of the metatarsals, you can achieve the fluid, effortless look that characterizes professional ballet. Our instructor provides detailed guidance on maintaining a "column up" alignment, ensuring your weight is perfectly centered over your toes during every sous-sus. In addition to new vocabulary, this class serves as a comprehensive technical review.
We revisit bourrées, focusing on the precision of foot placement and the "gliding" sensation across the floor. By integrating these elements, you will develop a long, fluid line from head to toe. This session is designed to help you overcome the common challenges of new dance combinations by breaking down the timing and weight transfers required for complex sequences.
Whether you are practicing at home or in a studio, Broche Ballet's structured approach ensures you build the confidence necessary to dance en pointe with grace and technical accuracy. Let's work together to refine your control, improve your balance, and elevate your artistry.
