What You'll Learn
- Articulate through the demi-pointe to improve foot strength and control en pointe.
- Master the mechanics of fondu, piqué, and sous-sus for better stability.
- Improve ankle endurance through repeated relevés in first and fifth position.
- Develop proper alignment through the arch, knee, and hip during turnout exercises.
- Execute pied de cheval with precision on both flat and en pointe.
About This Video
Welcome to the 'Fabulous 15' at Broche Ballet—a dedicated follow-along ballet pointe conditioning session designed to build the strength, stability, and articulation necessary for beautiful work en pointe. This 15-minute nonstop routine challenges your feet and ankles through a series of fundamental yet demanding exercises tailored for the adult dancer. This class is designed to be a high-energy, efficient way to integrate foot strengthening into your daily practice.
The session begins with a heavy focus on working through the demi-pointe, ensuring that every transition is articulate and controlled. You will progress through a series of plié and tendu combinations that emphasize the connection between the floor and the shoe. A key technical highlight of this session is the focus on alignment; we discuss pushing the arch down toward the floor during turned-in positions and maintaining perfectly straight knees at the peak of every relevé. These small details are what separate a good dancer from a great one.
As the intensity builds, you will move into more complex movements such as fondu, piqué, and sous-sus. We also incorporate pied de cheval to refine the speed and precision of your footwork. Whether you are performing these on flat or en pointe, the emphasis remains on rolling through the foot with control rather than popping up. The class includes balance challenges and transitions to help you find your center and build confidence at the barre.
This workout isn't just about brute strength; it's about the finesse of pointework. We cover specific details like the 'thumb down' finish in fifth position and the proper mechanics of a fondu to the front, side, and back. By the end of this follow-along class, you will have engaged every muscle in your feet, improved your arch flexibility, and strengthened your turnout. Join Broche Ballet and elevate your pointe practice with this efficient, high-energy conditioning routine.
