What You'll Learn
- Mastering precise weight transfer and alignment during piqué turns and pas marché sequences.
- Developing the single-leg strength necessary for stable fondu and passé positions en pointe.
- Refining transitions from plié into elevated movements like soutenu and chassé.
- Improving overall stamina and control for longer center combinations off the barre.
About This Video
Elevate your pointe work with this comprehensive intermediate class from Broche Ballet, specifically designed to bridge the gap between barre stability and center control. This session focuses on the critical elements of single-leg strength and stamina, ensuring you feel secure and powerful whether you are performing a simple relevé or a complex turn sequence. The lesson begins with a focused barre to prepare the feet and ankles before moving into dynamic center combinations that challenge your balance and precision.
Throughout the class, you will work through essential movements including piqué, pas marché, and soutenu, with a particular emphasis on the mechanics of weight transfer. Proper alignment is the cornerstone of intermediate pointe work; our instructor guides you through the nuances of aiming for your shoe to ensure your weight is perfectly centered over the box. You will refine your technique in transitions like the chassé and the transition from a deep plié into a controlled soutenu.
We also delve into the artistry and mechanics of the fondu and passé en pointe, teaching you how to maintain a lifted core and a strong supporting leg. By focusing on these specific technical markers, you will build the necessary stamina to execute longer combinations without sacrificing form. This video is an excellent resource for dancers looking to master the art of moving fluidly en pointe while maintaining the rigorous structural integrity required for intermediate and advanced repertoire.
Whether you are practicing in a studio or at home, these exercises provide the repetitive, mindful practice needed to gain confidence in your pointe shoes. Join us as we explore the intersection of strength, balance, and grace in this targeted pointe technique class.
