What You'll Learn
- Execute precise plié and relevé movements to build arch strength and foot stability.
- Master the coordination of pas de bourrée and dégagé while maintaining proper turnout.
- Improve alignment by focusing on hip placement and shoulder posture during transitions.
- Develop the endurance required for nonstop pointe work through a high-intensity circuit.
About This Video
Building the necessary strength for pointe work requires dedication, precision, and consistent conditioning. In this ‘Fabulous 15’ session from Broche Ballet, you will undergo a rigorous 15-minute nonstop workout designed specifically to enhance arch strength, improve foot articulation, and refine your overall technique en pointe. This fast-paced follow-along class is structured to keep you moving, ensuring that every second is dedicated to developing the muscular endurance required for advanced ballet performance.
The workout begins with a focus on fundamental movements at the barre, including controlled tendu and plié sequences. These exercises are essential for warming up the intrinsic muscles of the feet and establishing the correct alignment of the hips over the shoulders. As we progress, the instructor guides you through challenging relevé sets where the emphasis remains on lifting the heel high off the floor with absolute control. You will also practice sous-sus and soutenu movements, which are vital for finding your center and maintaining balance while transitioning between exercises.
Technique is at the forefront of this practice. Throughout the video, you will receive reminders on maintaining proper turnout from the hips and executing sharp dégagé movements. We dive into more complex footwork with pas de bourrée and fondu, focusing on the smooth transitions and ‘scooping’ motions that define professional-level pointe work. By thinking of the floor as a tool to push against during every dégagé, you will learn to maximize the resistance needed to sculpt beautiful, strong arches.
Whether you are looking to improve your stability in center or simply want a quick, effective way to maintain your foot strength during a busy week, this conditioning circuit provides the structure you need. Consistent practice of these 15 minutes of nonstop movement will result in more secure relevés, better articulation, and a more confident presence en pointe. Join us at the barre and take your pointe technique to the next level.
