What You'll Learn
- Techniques for shaping the foot inside the pointe shoe for improved aesthetic lines.
- The mechanics of executing a clean sous-sous-changé by passing through first position in the air.
- Coordination of the double frappé strike with a controlled fondu for better rhythm.
- Methods for finding stability and balance in attitude and sous-sous positions.
- Efficient transitions between sides at the barre using glissade, soutenu, and detourné.
About This Video
Elevate your technique with this focused 22-minute pointe class from Broche Ballet. Designed for dancers looking to move from beginner to intermediate levels, this session emphasizes the critical details of foot articulation and technical precision. We begin by exploring the concept of 'shaping the foot' from within the pointe shoe, ensuring that every movement, from a simple tendu to a complex frappé, contributes to a clean and elegant line.
The core of the class involves a series of foundational barre exercises that target specific muscle groups necessary for stable pointe work. You will practice the sharp, rhythmic strike of the frappé en pointe, coordinating it with the soft landing of a fondu to improve both your timing and control. We also delve into the mechanics of the piqué and ballonné, focusing on how the leg coordinates during a developpé to maintain turnout and height.
A key technical highlight of this lesson is the sous-sous-changé. The instructor provides a detailed breakdown of how to 'orbit' the feet through first position while in the air, a fundamental skill for clean transitions and more advanced center work. Whether you are working with one hand on the barre to test your balance or using two hands for extra stability, these exercises are structured to build the confidence needed to move away from the barre.
Throughout the class, we utilize transitions such as glissade, soutenu, and detourné to flow between sides, mirroring the demands of a full ballet variation. By the end of this session, you will have a deeper understanding of how to find your center in positions like attitude and sous-sous, preparing you for the challenges of center-floor combinations. Join Broche Ballet and refine your artistry through disciplined, strength-building pointe work.
