What You'll Learn
- How to drive the heel forward in fourth position to engage the calf and align correctly over the pointe shoe
- Techniques for maintaining active turnout through transitions between first, second, and fourth positions
- Proper execution of échappé and relevé with a focus on calf stability and heel placement
- Refining foot articulation in tendu and cou-de-pied to build strength for en pointe work
About This Video
Elevate your technique with the "Fabulous 15," a specialized 15-minute follow-along practice designed by Broche Ballet for serious dancers. This session focuses on the critical elements of pointe conditioning, specifically targeting foot strength, ankle stability, and the muscular control necessary for dancing en pointe. Throughout this high-intensity class, you will engage in a series of exercises that challenge your alignment and precision, ensuring every movement is executed with professional poise.
The practice begins with a focus on demi-pointe and demi-plié, establishing a strong foundation before moving into more complex transitions. A key focus of this session is the placement of the heel and calf. As you work through positions like fourth and second, you will learn to drive the heel forward, particularly during plié and échappé movements.
This technique is vital for maintaining proper turnout and ensuring that your weight is correctly distributed over the box of the shoe. By feeling the motion of turnout in the front leg as it turns in and out, you gain a deeper proprioceptive awareness of your alignment. In addition to strength, this video emphasizes the fluidity of movement between positions.
You will practice tendu and relevé with a focus on not letting the foot fall back when moving to the front. The instructor provides constant feedback on maintaining the heel forward sensation in échappé to prevent the calves from rolling back. This attention to detail is what sets Broche Ballet training apart, helping you transition from simple barre work to complex footwork with confidence.
Whether you are looking to improve your stability for center work or simply want a quick, effective daily conditioning routine, this 15-minute practice offers the perfect balance of challenge and technical refinement. By the end of the session, you will have a better understanding of how to use your lower legs to support your entire body while en pointe.
