What You'll Learn
- Correct arm placement for landing tour jeté in a clean arabesque
- Techniques to avoid 'ice skating' arm movements during rotations
- How to execute a piqué arabesque chassé with proper travel
- Coordinating the tombé pas de bourrée and glissade for jump preparation
- Mastering the rhythm and lift of the pas de chat
About This Video
Elevate your dancing with this comprehensive 31-minute Grand Allegro session from Broche Ballet. This class is dedicated to the mechanics of powerful, graceful jumping, specifically focusing on the grand jeté en tournant, commonly known as the tour jeté. Whether you are practicing in a studio or a home space, our instructor breaks down the complex coordination required to make your grand allegro look effortless and classical.
' Many dancers inadvertently pull their arms in too tight during the rotation, which can disrupt the classical line. You will learn how to maintain an open second position or a clean path into a first or second arabesque landing, ensuring your port de bras remains as expressive as your footwork. Beyond the tour jeté, this class explores the foundational steps that build momentum for big jumps.
We dive deep into the execution of the tombé pas de bourrée, glissade, and pas de chat. You will practice the piqué arabesque chassé to develop the travel and power needed for high-flying allegro combinations. By focusing on body alignment and the precise timing of the arms, you will learn how to transition smoothly between these movements without losing your turnout or stability.
The class concludes by stitching these individual elements together into a cohesive grand allegro routine. This approach allows you to focus first on the 'how' of each movement before challenging your coordination with a full combination. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your technique, increase your jump height, and bring a new level of sophistication to your center work.
