What You'll Learn
- How to achieve a high, stable 3/4 pointe position for better weight distribution and balance.
- Techniques for executing a controlled pas de bourrée with precision and proper turnout.
- Specific exercises to build arch strength and flexibility to improve footwork articulation.
- How to transition smoothly between plié, relevé, and fondu while maintaining correct form.
- Tips for venturing off the barre safely while keeping your center and alignment.
About This Video
Elevate your pointe work with this comprehensive 28-minute session from Broche Ballet, specifically designed to bridge the gap between beginner and intermediate technique. This class focuses on the critical 'High 3/4 Pointe'—a vital position for achieving proper weight distribution and stability en pointe. Throughout the lesson, our instructor guides you through a series of focused barre exercises that emphasize arch strength and precise foot articulation.
We dive deep into fundamental movements including pas de bourrée, fondu, and relevé, ensuring you maintain proper alignment as you transition through demi-pointe positions. A highlight of this class is the focus on building the necessary foot strength to work through the box of the shoe, rather than just standing on top of it. You will explore how to engage your core muscles to assist in balance and learn the nuance of stepping away from the barre with confidence.
To finish, the class includes a signature 'burner' exercise specifically targeted to challenge your arches and build the endurance required for longer combinations. Whether you are new to pointe or looking to refine your foundational strength, this practice provides the technical corrections and feedback necessary to move with grace and control.
