What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining core engagement during complex en pointe transitions.
- How to utilize the 'upward diamond shape' for improved arabesque alignment and lift.
- The connection between a deep plié and achieving effortless balance in center work.
- Upper body control strategies to reduce tension and anxiety during balances.
- Stabilization methods for piqué movements and maintaining a straight head-to-heel line.
About This Video
Elevate your ballet technique with this comprehensive intermediate pointe class from Broche Ballet. This 40-minute session focuses specifically on the common challenges of core engagement and stabilization while dancing en pointe. Whether you are working at the barre or transitioning to the center, maintaining a strong, active core is essential for achieving balance, precision, and fluid movement quality. Many dancers struggle with feeling 'disconnected' once they rise onto their toes; this class provides the technical tools to bridge that gap.
The lesson begins at the barre, where we utilize foundational exercises like plié and tendu to establish the 'upward diamond shape'—a conceptual tool designed to help you find your center of gravity before you even begin to rise. This preparation is crucial for movements like piqué arabesque, where the lift must come from underneath the body rather than a forward reach. By focusing on the preparation phase, you ensure that your alignment is secure before the challenge of the balance begins.
In the center, the class moves into more complex combinations that test your control and upper body engagement. You will learn how to maintain a straight line from head to heels, reducing the anxiety often associated with center work en pointe. Our instructor provides detailed feedback on how to use the arms for support and balance without introducing tension into the neck and shoulders. We also explore breathing techniques to improve lung capacity, ensuring you have the stamina required for intermediate-level combinations.
By emphasizing the relationship between a deep plié and a stabilized core, this class helps you find a sense of groundedness even when dancing on the tips of your toes. This holistic approach to pointe work ensures that you aren't just performing steps, but building a sustainable and healthy technique. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your arabesque, stabilize your transitions, and find newfound confidence in your pointe work practice.
