What You'll Learn
- Mastering the timing and momentum required for efficient piqué step-over turns.
- Developing expressive port de bras that aids in balance and stability.
- Refining technical execution of tombé, chassé, and grand jeté sequences.
- Improving knee placement and alignment in attitude and turn exits.
- Preparing the specific technical footwork needed for the Talisman Variation.
About This Video
Welcome to this 45-minute Intermediate Pointe class at Broche Ballet, specifically designed to bridge the gap between technical exercises and classical repertoire. This session focuses on transition steps and technical precision, serving as the perfect preparation for learning the iconic Talisman Variation. We begin with one hand on the barre to establish vertical alignment and ankle strength before moving into a comprehensive center practice that challenges your stability and coordination.
A core focus of this class is the mastery of the piqué step-over turn. Our instructor breaks down the critical importance of timing and momentum; you will learn why picking up the foot too early can cause a loss of speed and how to drive the knee back at the completion of the turn for a clean, stable finish. We also explore the mechanics of the tombé and chassé, ensuring that every movement carries the necessary power to propel you into more complex sequences like the grand jeté. Throughout the center work, we emphasize the path of the working leg, particularly how the knee must lead the movement to ensure a successful rotation.
Artistry is just as vital as strength in pointe work. We delve into port de bras, focusing on how the arms add expression and emotion while providing the stability required for work en pointe. You will practice specific positions such as attitude and pas de bourrée, refining your body alignment and timing. By the end of this session, you will feel more confident in your ability to link steps together seamlessly, with the technical foundation ready for variation work next week.
