What You'll Learn
- Techniques to maintain turnout and prevent sickling in demi-pointe
- Specific toe stretches designed to improve flexibility and alignment
- Isometric holds to build stamina in the feet and ankles
- Proper alignment cues focusing on the line from the shin to the second toe
- Core engagement strategies to support your lower body work
About This Video
Welcome to Broche Ballet’s seated pre-pointe flow, a dedicated 14-minute session designed to help you develop the strength, flexibility, and alignment necessary for beautiful ballet feet. Whether you are preparing to dance en pointe for the first time or you are an adult dancer looking to refine your articulation and control, this class offers a targeted approach to footwork that you can do right from your floor. Working from a seated position allows you to isolate the muscles of the feet and ankles without the added complexity of weight-bearing balance.
This focus is crucial for mastering the demi-pointe position. Throughout this follow-along flow, your instructor will guide you through exercises that emphasize maintaining proper turnout and avoiding the common mistake of sickling. You will learn how to direct your energy along the line of the shin toward the second toe, ensuring a clean and safe line for future pointe work.
The session includes a series of toe stretches and ankle strengthening movements. We pay close attention to the big toe, ensuring it remains straight to avoid injury and maximize the aesthetic line. You will also engage in stamina-building holds, where squeezing the legs together helps maintain turnout and engages the core.
These isometric challenges are essential for building the muscular endurance required for long ballet classes. At Broche Ballet, we believe in making ballet accessible. This class includes modifications for those who may find certain positions, such as bearing weight on the wrists, uncomfortable.
We also discuss how to handle common issues like foot cramps and the importance of staying relaxed and breathing through deeper stretches. By the end of this flow, you will have a better understanding of how to reach the full curve of your foot while maintaining structural integrity. Join us to build a stronger foundation for your ballet journey.
