What You'll Learn
- Refine your alignment and control for more stable and safe pointe work
- Master the mechanics of strong, crisp échappés from the barre to the center
- Develop better balance during complex sequences like piqué and sous-sus
- Improve fluid transitions using tombé and soutenu movements
- Perfect your passé technique for cleaner turns and higher positions
About This Video
Welcome to a focused intermediate pointe class at Broche Ballet, where we dive deep into the mechanics of stability and power. Instructor Robin leads this session with a specific emphasis on developing strong, resilient échappés and mastering center combinations without the safety of the barre. For many intermediate students, transitioning from barre work to the center can be daunting; this class is designed to bridge that gap by building the core strength and ankle stability required for professional-level control.
We begin with a thorough barre warm-up, utilizing plié and tendu exercises to activate the intrinsic muscles of the feet. This phase is critical for ensuring proper alignment before moving into more demanding movements. Robin highlights the importance of turnout from the hips rather than the ankles, a common correction that significantly impacts your balance en pointe.
You will practice finding your sous-sus with precision, learning how to pull up through the thighs and core to maintain a rock-solid fifth position. In the center portion of the class, we explore the nuances of weight transfer. You will work through sequences involving piqué, tombé, and soutenu, focusing on the transition between demi-pointe and full pointe.
These exercises are designed to improve your proprioception and confidence. A significant portion of the lesson is dedicated to the passé, teaching you how to lift the knee and place the toe accurately against the supporting leg for cleaner turns and more aesthetic lines. By the end of this Broche Ballet practice, you will have worked on complex combinations that challenge your stamina and technical accuracy.
From balance exercises to the final allegro-style sequences, every minute of this class is packed with actionable corrections. Whether you are practicing at home or in a studio, these techniques will help you achieve the effortless grace and strength that characterize beautiful pointe work. Join us to refine your technique and find your center.
