Intermediate Pointe Ballet: Master Fast Center Footwork and Long Combinations

Take your pointe training to the next level with this comprehensive intermediate class from Broche Ballet. Designed specifically for dancers who have mastered the basics of pointe work at the barre and are ready to tackle the challenges of center combinations, this 43-minute session bridges the gap between foundational strength and fluid, artistic movement. We begin at the barre with a series of exercises designed to wake up the feet and ankles.

You will work through demi-plié, tendu with flex and point, and prancing to engage the metatarsals and establish the correct alignment for the work ahead. " This specific technique focuses on swiping the foot directly across the floor, a vital skill for maintaining speed and precision in fast-moving center work. The second half of the class is dedicated to the center, where we explore the translation of barre strength into dynamic movement.

You will navigate long combinations featuring pas de bourrée, soutenu turns, and elaborate bourrée circles. We place a heavy emphasis on piqué attitude and pas de basque, teaching you how to maintain stability while changing directions rapidly. One of the key focuses of this class is the technical nuance required for speed.

Our instructor provides detailed corrections on weight placement, explaining how to keep your center of gravity forward over the toes to facilitate quick transitions. You will also learn the importance of driving the heel during en dedans movements to ensure your feet find their positions accurately every time. Whether you are working on your sous-sus or perfecting your traveling sequences, this class offers the tools needed to dance with confidence and grace en pointe.

By the end of this session, you will have a deeper understanding of how to use hip drive and late arm movements to maintain momentum, allowing you to master even the most demanding center sequences.