Fabulous 15: 15-Minute Nonstop Follow-Along Ballet Pointework

Elevate your ballet technique with Broche Ballet's 'Fabulous 15,' a high-intensity, nonstop follow-along session specifically designed to refine your pointework. In just 15 minutes, this class provides a comprehensive workout that targets the essential muscles of the feet and ankles, ensuring you build the strength and stability required for dancing en pointe. This session is an ideal supplement for dancers looking to maintain their technical edge or for those seeking a focused daily routine to improve their articulation.

The workout begins at the barre with a series of exercises designed to warm up the feet and isolate the ankles. You will move through demi-pointe and full pointe positions, focusing on the correct articulation of the metatarsals without involving the knees. As the pace quickens, the instructor guides you through sets of demi-pliés, stretches, and relevés in first position and sous-sus. These exercises are crucial for developing the muscle memory needed for secure weight distribution and finding your center.

As we progress, the session introduces more complex footwork, including pas de bourrée and échappé. These movements challenge your speed and control, demanding quick transitions and precise foot placement. You will also work on your cou-de-pied and passé positions, increasing the duration of your balances to build endurance. The latter half of the class transitions away from the barre, where you will practice piqués and other center work exercises. This shift challenges your balance and core stability, forcing you to rely on your technique rather than the support of the barre. By participating in this efficient, expert-led routine, you will gain the confidence to execute your pointework with greater grace and power.