What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining upper back control and core stability en pointe
- The mechanics of rolling off the box and through the foot with control
- How to execute precise pas de bourrée and bourrée sequences at the barre
- Strategies for engaging the ribs to prevent balance loss during direction changes
- Hip and leg alignment for clean dégagé and passé movements
About This Video
This 15-minute focused session at Broche Ballet is designed for dancers looking to refine their technical foundation en pointe. The class emphasizes the critical relationship between upper body stability and footwork precision. One of the most common challenges for dancers transitioning to pointe shoes is maintaining balance while moving between positions.
This video addresses that head-on by teaching students how to engage the core—specifically the region between the ribs—to stabilize the upper back. By mastering this control, you prevent the center of gravity from shifting, ensuring a secure and aligned posture. Throughout the routine, we explore essential movements including tendu, plié, and bourrée.
The instructor provides detailed guidance on the mechanics of rolling off the box of the shoe. Whether you are executing a passé, a double passé, or a pas de bourrée, the focus remains on rolling down with control and immediately rolling back up onto the platform of the shoe. This fluid movement is essential for developing the strength and articulation required for center work.
In addition to footwork, the class covers the lift required from the hips to create space for straight feet during small dégagé movements. We also delve into the coordination of tendu front and plié, sliding into tombé, followed by a coupé and bourrée sequence. By practicing these elements at the barre, you build the muscle memory needed for more complex choreography and transitions.
This "Fabulous 15" format is perfect for busy dancers who want to maintain their technique daily. Remember, the key to beautiful pointe work isn't just in the feet; it starts with the engagement of your core and the stillness of your upper back. Join us at the barre to elevate your practice.
