What You'll Learn
- Identify and analyze your emotional response to teacher corrections
- Strategies for clarifying unclear feedback to improve technical execution
- How to shift from a mindset of resistance to one of growth and enthusiasm
- Techniques for using journaling to track your development as a ballet artist
- Refining your approach to technical adjustments at the barre and in center
About This Video
In the world of ballet, receiving feedback and corrections is a fundamental part of the journey toward excellence. Whether you are working at the barre or performing complex center combinations, the guidance of a teacher is the catalyst for technical and artistic refinement. However, our internal response to this feedback can often be the difference between stagnant practice and rapid growth. At Broche Ballet, we believe that dance is as much a mental practice as a physical one, which is why we’ve created this journaling exercise focused on your relationship with corrections.
In this 6-minute "Journaling with Julie" session, we explore how to view feedback as a powerful tool rather than a personal critique. Many dancers experience a natural resistance when a teacher points out a needed adjustment in their plié or a misalignment during a pirouette. This session encourages you to reflect on those moments of resistance. Are you truly listening, or are you shutting down? By putting pen to paper, you can begin to unlock the potential of every correction you receive.
We will discuss how to approach feedback with a sense of enthusiasm and openness. When a correction feels unclear, the best approach for an evolving artist is to ask questions or break the movement down into smaller components. This journal prompt helps you analyze your past experiences with teacher guidance, allowing you to develop a more proactive strategy for your next class. By embracing the feedback process, you transform every piece of advice into a stepping stone for your development.
Take a moment to sit with your journal and reflect. How can you change your mindset to welcome corrections with gratitude? Whether you are a beginner or an advanced dancer, refining your response to feedback is essential for long-term improvement. Join us at Broche Ballet to deepen your artistry through mindful reflection and intentional practice.
