What You'll Learn
- How to integrate a tombé into your pas de bourrée for smoother, more professional transitions.
- Techniques for faster frappé and tendu movements to build explosive toe power and articulation.
- Strategies for maintaining high relevé and proper alignment during stamina-building exercises.
- Effective foot and Achilles recovery stretches to release tension after intense pointe work.
About This Video
Welcome back to the Broche Ballet studio for Class #8 of our 16-week Beginner Pointe Program! Reaching the halfway mark of this comprehensive curriculum is a significant milestone in your journey en pointe. In this session, we transition from foundational footwork to more dynamic movements that challenge both your coordination and your physical endurance.
The primary focus of this class is the technical integration of the tombé into our pas de bourrée. Adding this 'falling' motion requires a sophisticated understanding of weight placement and core stability. You will learn how to maintain your height en pointe while preparing for the shift, ensuring your transitions remain fluid and graceful rather than heavy.
Stamina is the second key theme for today’s practice. As beginner pointe dancers, building the necessary muscular endurance to sustain a full class is vital for injury prevention and artistic growth. We utilize high-repetition exercises including frappé and tendu to develop explosive toe action and articulation.
These movements are essential for strengthening the small muscles of the feet and working through the shank of your shoe. We also emphasize the role of the glutes and inner thighs in maintaining proper alignment and support throughout every combination. Throughout the class, we dive into combinations involving plié, relevé, and demi-pointe.
These exercises are designed to increase your speed and control, preparing you for more advanced center work. The instructor provides detailed cues on keeping the heels high and the shoulders down, ensuring that your technique remains sharp even as fatigue sets in. We conclude this session with a dedicated recovery segment.
Dancing en pointe puts unique pressure on the feet and the Achilles tendon. You will be guided through specific stretching and relaxation techniques to release tension and improve flexibility. By the end of this 27-minute class, you will feel more confident in your footwork and better prepared for the second half of our 16-week journey.
