What You'll Learn
- The technical mechanics of finger turns vs. standard pirouettes
- How to use the shoulder blade to find your axis of rotation en pointe
- Transitions from one hand on the barre to full center stability
- Refining sus-sous and passé control for cleaner combinations
- Developing the necessary core strength for partnering and pas de deux
About This Video
Elevate your ballet practice with this 28-minute intermediate pointe session from Broche Ballet. This class is specifically designed for the intermediate student who is ready to transition from two hands on the barre to more complex center work and partnering simulations. The focus of this session is the unique mechanics of the finger turn, a fundamental skill in classical pas de deux that requires a different approach than the standard pirouette.
Throughout the lesson, our instructor guides you through a sequence that begins with foundational barre exercises to find your center. You will work through movements such as sus-sous, passé, and relevé, ensuring your weight placement is precise before moving into more advanced combinations. A major highlight of this class is the detailed breakdown of the finger turn.
Unlike a pirouette where you generate force from a deep plié and a push off the floor, a finger turn requires you to find an internal axis of rotation. You will learn how to engage the shoulder blade to create momentum and maintain a vertical alignment while simulating the support of a partner. We emphasize the importance of 'letting go' of the barre to find true balance, moving through pas de devant and side extensions with fluidity and control.
By focusing on the connection between your core and your back, you will gain the confidence needed to execute turns with grace and stability. Whether you are practicing at home or in the studio, this class provides the technical cues necessary to take your pointe work to the next level, ensuring you feel strong, centered, and ready for the challenges of intermediate ballet repertoire.
