What You'll Learn
- Strengthening the feet and ankles for stable and secure work en pointe.
- Mastering transitions through positions like cou-de-pied and sous-sus.
- Improving foot articulation and turnout with battement tendu and dégagé.
- Developing the physical stamina required for 15 minutes of nonstop pointework.
- Enhancing balance and core control during complex pointe sequences.
About This Video
Elevate your training with the "Fabulous 15," an intensive, high-energy follow-along ballet pointe conditioning class designed by the experts at Broche Ballet. This 15-minute session is specifically curated for intermediate and advanced dancers who are looking to build the necessary strength, control, and muscular stamina required for professional-level pointe work. By focusing on a nonstop flow of movement, you will challenge your cardiovascular endurance while simultaneously refining the technical nuances of your feet and legs.
The class begins with foundational exercises that emphasize the importance of the demi-plié and controlled relevé. These movements are essential for establishing a solid base and ensuring proper alignment of the ankles and knees before moving into more complex footwork. We then transition into articulated movements like battement tendu and dégagé, emphasizing the resistance of the floor and the full extension of the arch through the box of the shoe.
You will work on maintaining active turnout from the hips while executing sharp, precise movements that translate directly to center combinations. As the session progresses, we introduce more dynamic elements such as pas de cheval, fondu, and petit battement. These exercises target the intrinsic muscles of the feet and the stabilizing power in the supporting leg, which are vital for controlled transitions and balance.
You will also practice various positions en pointe, including sous-sus and transitions through cou-de-pied, focusing on a clean "draw up" to the tip of the shoe. The "Fabulous 15" doesn't just focus on the lower body; it requires constant core engagement and an elongated spine to maintain grace and stability throughout the nonstop flow. Additionally, the class covers essential techniques like temps lié to improve weight placement and flexibility.
By the end of this comprehensive workout, you will have pushed your limits and strengthened the functional mechanics of your dancing. Join Broche Ballet and transform your conditioning routine with this efficient and effective pointe workout.
