Advanced Ballet Turning Drills: Mastering Fouetté Combinations

Welcome to Broche Ballet’s Advanced Turning Drills series. In this specialized 16-minute bonus class, we dive deep into one of the most iconic and challenging movements in the ballet repertoire: the fouetté. Whether you are preparing for a performance or simply looking to increase your technical prowess, mastering these rotations is a milestone in any dancer's journey.

This session focuses on putting your skills to the test by integrating fouetté turns into complex combinations. We move beyond the standard repetitive practice and explore the nuance of transitions. A primary focus of the class is the piqué-to-fouetté combination.

This sequence is often found in grand allegro or a ménage around the room. You will learn how to harness the momentum from a piqué turn and channel that energy directly into a powerful fouetté without losing your center or alignment. We also explore the technical challenge of launching into a fouetté directly, bypassing the traditional preparatory pirouette.

This requires immense core strength and a precise relevé to ensure the rotation remains controlled and aesthetic. To further challenge your technique, we vary the musical timing. Practicing fouetté turns at a slower tempo reveals any imbalances in your weight placement, while faster tempos test your reflexes and spotting efficiency.

At Broche Ballet, we believe that technique is built through thoughtful, consistent practice. Throughout the video, we provide guidance on self-assessment, helping you identify where your weight might be shifting or where your arms may be losing their frame. We even touch upon the practicalities of performance, such as how your skirt choice can affect the physics and feel of your turns.

Join us for this intensive turning drill and gain the confidence to execute fouettés with grace, power, and musicality.