What You'll Learn
- Technique for glissade, jeté, and pas de bourrée transitions
- How to build speed progressively while maintaining core stability
- Proper execution of sissone and assemblé within a sequence
- Effective use of plié to improve jump height and landing safety
- Methods for incorporating changements to enhance coordination
About This Video
Welcome to this focused petite allegro practice session at Broche Ballet. This class is designed to help you bridge the gap between slow, controlled movements and the quick, sharp footwork required for allegro. We start by breaking down a fundamental combination consisting of glissade, jeté, pas de bourrée, and sissone.
By beginning at a slow tempo, we emphasize correct alignment, core engagement, and the specific sensations in the hips and legs, especially when closing into fifth position. As you gain confidence and muscle memory, we gradually increase the tempo. This allows you to focus on the transition from the floor into the air without sacrificing technique.
We explore additional variations, such as adding changements to challenge your coordination and agility. Throughout the session, your instructor provides essential cues on maintaining a strong core and using your plié effectively to launch into the jumps. You will also work on dégagé à la seconde and assemblé transitions, ensuring every movement is crisp and musical.
Whether you are looking to improve your foot speed or refine your jump mechanics, this class offers a structured path to mastering petite allegro. Remember to listen to your body, take breaks when needed, and most importantly, enjoy the energetic process of learning ballet jumps.
