What You'll Learn
- Master the mechanics of en dedans and en dehors pirouettes from multiple preparations.
- Improve fluid transitions between center movements like tombé and pas de bourrée.
- Develop precision and strength in footwork sequences including fondu and bourrée.
- Refine arm placement and body alignment to enhance balance during complex turns.
About This Video
Take your pointe work to the next level with this comprehensive 44-minute intermediate class from Broche Ballet. Designed for dancers who have already established a solid foundation en pointe, this session bridges the gap between basic exercises and advanced center combinations. Our focus centers on the precision of en dedans turns, a fundamental yet challenging aspect of classical ballet repertoire.
Throughout the lesson, you will work through a series of exercises designed to build the necessary strength in your ankles and core to support controlled rotations and fluid transitions. We begin with targeted barre work to warm up the feet, focusing on clean tendu and fondu movements. These foundational steps are crucial for ensuring that your relevé is secure before moving into the center.
Once away from the barre, the class moves into complex combinations featuring tombé, pas de bourrée, and sustained bourrée sequences. A major highlight of this class is the detailed breakdown of pirouette technique. You will practice executing turns from various positions, such as fourth position or a lunge, focusing on the delicate balance required for both en dehors and en dedans rotations.
The instructor provides expert guidance on maintaining proper alignment and spatial awareness, which are vital when navigating turns and changes of direction in the center. You will learn how to coordinate your arm placement—specifically keeping the arms supported in first position—to assist with spotting and balance. By the end of this class, you will have a better understanding of how to connect individual steps into a cohesive and artistic dance phrase.
Whether you are preparing for a performance or simply looking to refine your technique, this Broche Ballet session offers the structured practice needed to master intermediate-advanced pointe work. Focus on the shape and line of your body, ensuring every movement is executed with intentionality and grace.
