What You'll Learn
- Mastering the pathway of the ankle through the front and back of the pointe shoe box.
- Maintaining consistent leg length and engagement between dégagé and dancing en pointe.
- Improving foot articulation through targeted plié, fondu, and temps lié sequences.
- Enhancing stability and control in transitions like sous-sus and passé.
- Developing the ability to transition quickly between stretching through the floor and holding still.
About This Video
Welcome to the 'Fabulous 15,' a high-intensity, 15-minute nonstop follow-along session designed specifically for dancers looking to refine their articulation and build significant strength en pointe. At Broche Ballet, we understand that finding hours for training isn't always possible, but consistency is the secret to progress. This efficient practice packs a full range of essential exercises into a quarter of an hour, ensuring your feet and ankles stay responsive, strong, and properly conditioned.
This class focuses heavily on the intricate mechanics of your feet within the pointe shoe. We begin with a deliberate warm-up sequence of pliés and tendus, transitioning into more complex movements in first position. Throughout the session, the instructor emphasizes the importance of controlling the pathway of the ankle from the front to the back of the box. This detail is crucial for movements like temps lié and dégagé, where precision determines both the aesthetic line and the safety of your dancing. You will learn how to articulate through the shoe rather than simply popping up.
You will work through a series of exercises including dégagés, passés, and sous-sus, with a specific focus on maintaining the feel of leg length. A common challenge in pointework is maintaining the same leg extension en pointe as you do in a dégagé; this class addresses that directly. You will also practice échappé and fondu combinations to improve your flexibility and explosive strength. The instructor provides guidance on when to stretch quickly through the floor and when to hold still at the top of a movement, helping you develop a more nuanced quality of movement. Whether you choose to use the barre for stability or challenge your balance by working in the center, this class is designed to push your technical boundaries while focusing on proper alignment and turnout.
