What You'll Learn
- Mastering the mechanics of single-leg relevés en pointe for better center stability.
- Using core engagement and momentum to execute controlled piqué turns off the barre.
- Developing fluid transitions between tombé, pas de bourrée, and arabesque.
- Improving turnout and vertical alignment when performing passé and soutenu movements.
- Learning the proper 'wind-up' and landing techniques to maintain flow during turns.
About This Video
Welcome to an intensive intermediate pointe session with Broche Ballet, specifically designed to bridge the gap between barre stability and center-floor confidence. This 46-minute class focuses on the intricate mechanics required to move away from the barre, emphasizing the strength needed for single-leg relevés and the coordination required for fluid turning sequences. We begin with a targeted pointe barre that warms up the metatarsals and ankles through precise tendu and dégagé exercises. During the barre portion, we pay close attention to the alignment of the hips and the activation of the core, ensuring every movement serves as a foundation for the center work to follow.
As we transition to the center, the class challenges your balance and control. You will practice the piqué and passé en pointe, learning how to find your vertical axis without the support of the horizontal rail. The instructor guides you through the technical 'wind-up' of the plié, demonstrating how to use that energy to propel yourself into turns like the soutenu and piqué turn. We explore the vital connection between the upper and lower body, showing how a strong port de bras can assist in maintaining momentum and stability during complex combinations.
The lesson also covers the grace and strength required for an arabesque and the necessary control for a clean landing from a tombé pas de bourrée. By focusing on the 'rolling down' technique from the platform of the shoe, students will learn to maintain a sense of flow and fluidity even during demanding transitions. Whether you are working on your single-leg strength or refining your spots for pirouettes, this class provides the technical corrections and encouragement needed to elevate your intermediate pointe practice. Join Broche Ballet and take your pointe work to the next level with professional guidance and detailed technical breakdowns.
