What You'll Learn
- How to utilize a plié to find your center of gravity in relevé passé.
- Techniques for using the tombé as a reference point for closing fifth position.
- The principle of head alignment over the foot to improve stability during turns.
- Exercises to develop muscle memory for clean landings and weight transfers en pointe.
About This Video
Refine your stability and center work in this specialized intermediate pointe session with Broche Ballet. Designed for dancers who have moved beyond the basics, this 11-minute practice focuses on the critical mechanics of 'getting on your leg,' specifically during the transition into relevé passé. Finding your vertical axis en pointe can be challenging, but by breaking down the connection between a deep plié and a strong relevé, you will learn to find your balance with greater consistency.
A central theme of this lesson is the mastery of the tombé. While often viewed simply as a falling movement, we explore the tombé as a vital reference point for finding a clean fifth position. By treating the tombé as a specific destination on the floor, you can build the muscle memory required for precise foot placement and weight distribution.
This approach is essential for maintaining control during complex center combinations and transitions. The class also dives into the nuances of turning en pointe. The instructor demonstrates how keeping your head aligned over your supporting foot during a tombé or turn ensures a secure landing.
You will practice drills involving pas de bourrée and relevé to develop the quintessence of fluid movement. Whether you are practicing on a tombé board at home or in a studio, these exercises are designed to help you execute turns with newfound control and precision. Join Broche Ballet to elevate your pointe technique and gain the confidence to move across the floor with professional alignment and grace.
