Intermediate Pointe Class: Sissonne to Arabesque & Passé Control

Elevate your artistry and technical precision with this Broche Ballet intermediate pointe class. In this focused session, Julie guides you through a comprehensive barre and center practice designed to bridge the gap between basic stability and advanced fluidity. The core of today's lesson revolves around mastering the sissonne to arabesque transition and developing the necessary foot control for rapid, repeated movements.

One of the most challenging aspects of pointe work is maintaining speed without sacrificing form. We dive deep into the mechanics of "coming down" from pointe. By learning to control the descent through the shoes, you can achieve faster, more efficient transitions into movements like repeated passés.

This control is essential for building the stamina and agility required for more complex choreography. In the center, we focus heavily on landing techniques. The instructor emphasizes the importance of landing in demi-pointe on both feet simultaneously.

This subtle yet powerful adjustment ensures that your weight is centered, allowing for a smoother transition into the next plié or relevé. You will also work on tombé and coupé combinations, focusing on how to slide through the floor to find a secure balance. Throughout the class, we explore "rev-arounds" and other turning sequences, applying our landing principles to maintain stability.

By engaging the front leg to support the lift of the back leg, you will find greater height in your arabesque and more security in your poses. Whether you are looking to sharpen your performance skills or simply build more confidence en pointe, this class provides the technical building blocks needed for success in the center. We conclude with a short review of the day's combinations to solidify your muscle memory.