15-Minute "Fabulous 15" Ballet Pointe Conditioning Follow-Along

Elevate your pointework with the "Fabulous 15," a dedicated 15-minute conditioning routine designed to build the strength, flexibility, and control necessary for dancing en pointe. At Broche Ballet, we understand that pointe shoes require more than just strong legs; they require intricate foot articulation and a deep sense of proprioception. This follow-along class guides you through a continuous series of exercises aimed at perfecting your alignment and stability. You will begin with parallel work to find your center before moving into classical ballet positions that challenge your turnout and ankle placement.

Throughout this session, we focus heavily on the mechanics of the foot. You will practice rolling through the demi-pointe to the box, ensuring that you are working through every part of the shoe for maximum control. Exercises include specialized demi plié and tendu sequences that emphasize keeping the hips forward and the ankles placed. By flexing and stretching the feet without moving the heels, you will develop a better understanding of where the floor is, which is essential for balance and confidence during center work. We also incorporate relevé repetitions to build endurance in the metatarsals and calves.

As you progress through the workout, you will tackle more complex movements like fourth position rolls and round de jambe transitions. These exercises are specifically designed to help you find the correct shape of the back foot and maintain the integrity of the box's contact with the floor. Whether you are holding onto the barre for support or testing your balance by venturing off-barre, this conditioning routine provides the repetitive, high-quality movement needed to see real progress in your ballet technique. Join Broche Ballet for this intensive foot workout and feel the difference in your next full ballet class.