What You'll Learn
- Mastering alignment and control during relevés to the fourth position.
- Transitioning from arabesque into a stable relevé using natural movement.
- Refining pirouette preparation and the technique for landing in a secure fifth position.
- The art of separating upper body expression from the intense work happening inside the pointe shoes.
- Executing clean center sequences including piqué, pas de bourrée, and temps lié.
About This Video
Elevate your ballet technique with this comprehensive intermediate pointe class from Broche Ballet. Designed for dancers who have already established a solid foundation en pointe, this 44-minute session bridges the gap between the stability of the barre and the technical demands of the center. We begin with a rigorous barre sequence intended to warm up the feet and establish the proper alignment necessary for complex turns.
The focus then shifts to the center, where we dive deep into the mechanics of relevés to the fourth position, a critical building block for successful pirouettes. Throughout the class, we emphasize the importance of control and precision. You will learn how to use the natural momentum of an arabesque to transition smoothly into a relevé and how to land with the specific intention required for training your turns.
One of the key technical takeaways is the concept of 'separation'—maintaining a calm, expressive face and soft fingers while your feet are working intensely inside your pointe shoes. We also cover essential center combinations, including piqué movements, pas de bourrée, and the correct execution of a temps lié. By focusing on the transition from a relevé to a secure fifth position, you will build the muscle memory needed to land pirouettes with grace and stability.
Whether you are looking to sharpen your turns or improve your overall strength en pointe, this class provides the professional guidance and structured practice needed to reach your goals. Join our Broche Ballet community and find the poise and power you need for intermediate center work.
