What You'll Learn
- Advanced foot articulation techniques through demi-plié and plié rolling exercises.
- Strength-building sequences for relevés and transitions from two legs to one en pointe.
- Dynamic coordination for traveling steps including tombé, pas de bourrée, and piqué passé.
- Strategies for maintaining turnout and core stability with minimal barre assistance during échappé and dégagé sequences.
About This Video
Welcome to the Fabulous 15, a high-intensity, 15-minute nonstop pointework session designed by Broche Ballet to fit seamlessly into your daily practice. This follow-along class is specifically engineered for dancers who want to maximize their time while building the essential strength and stamina required for dancing en pointe. We begin the session with a focused warm-up in parallel, incorporating deep stretches and demi-pliés to prepare the metatarsals and ankles.
As we move through the sequence, you will focus on articulating the movement through the demi-pointe, utilizing plié rolling to ensure a smooth transition from the floor to the platform of the shoe. The class progresses through technical milestones, including relevés from two legs to one and precise coupé de pied placements. You will also work on foundational traveling steps such as tombé and pas de bourrée, emphasizing the importance of keeping the hip forward and maintaining turnout on both legs.
A significant portion of the session is dedicated to piqué passé and dégagés, challenging your coordination and speed. One of the primary goals of this class is to reduce reliance on the barre. By focusing on balance and performing movements like the soutenu and échappé with a light touch, you will develop the core stability and foot strength necessary for center work.
The sequence concludes with rapid-fire passes and échappés to build cardiovascular endurance. Whether you are at home or in the studio, this 15-minute workout provides a rigorous environment to refine your footwork, improve your turnout, and gain confidence en pointe. Join Broche Ballet and push your pointework to the next level with this efficient, nonstop training tool.
