What You'll Learn
- How to maintain proper ankle alignment and 'pull back' to stay high on the box during difficult transitions
- Techniques for warming up the feet with strength-building demi-pointe and relevé exercises
- Strategies to engage and strengthen the arches through targeted, high-intensity movements
- Proper execution of pas de bourrée and fondu while maintaining balance en pointe
- Key alignment cues for keeping the heel above the box during tendu and rond de jambe
About This Video
Prepare for a challenging and rewarding session with the Broche Ballet 'Fabulous 15,' a follow-along class designed specifically to push your pointework to the next level. This 15-minute workout is meticulously crafted to target the small muscles of the feet and the larger stabilizing muscles of the ankles and legs. We begin with a focus on building 'strength in the air,' using demi-pointe transitions and warm-up exercises to ensure your feet are ready for the demands of the box.
Throughout the class, you will be guided through a series of foundational yet rigorous exercises including plié, relevé, and tendu. A major focus of this session is the 'Holy Arches' segment, where we engage in intense movements designed to activate the arch and improve flexibility under pressure. You will learn the importance of keeping the ankle pushed out while simultaneously pulling back to maintain a high, secure position on your shoes.
We emphasize proper placement, ensuring your heel remains centered above the box during every tendu and relevé. The lesson also incorporates more complex transitions like pas de bourrée and fondu, focusing on maintaining core engagement and pushing the hips forward for maximum control. By focusing on reaching for the floor with the toes and keeping the shoulders relaxed, you will develop the graceful yet powerful upper-body carriage necessary for professional-grade pointework.
Join us at the barre and feel the burn as we refine your technique and build the stamina required for longer variations.
