What You'll Learn
- The technical differences between jumping and susu versions of contretemps.
- How to execute a seamless transition from arabesque piqué to failli.
- Techniques for maintaining balance during complex pirouette and pivot sequences.
- Strategies for mastering zig-zag center combinations with correct timing and rhythm.
- How to use glissade and tombé to create fluid movement across the floor.
About This Video
Welcome to Broche Ballet’s Beyond Beginner center practice, where we bridge the gap between basic steps and fluid, professional-style combinations. This 38-minute class is specifically designed for the adult dancer who has mastered the fundamentals and is ready to tackle the complexity of zig-zag floor patterns and intricate footwork. The spotlight of this session is the contretemps, a step that often puzzles students due to its shifting weight and quick timing. In this lesson, your instructor breaks down the mechanics of the contretemps in two distinct ways: the stable relevé or susu version and the more dynamic jumping version. You will learn how to coordinate your upper body and head to match the rhythmic drive of the legs, ensuring your movement looks graceful rather than rushed.
We do not just stop at the step itself; we explore how to integrate it into larger sequences involving arabesque piqué, failli, and tombé. Transitions are the hallmark of an advanced beginner. Moving seamlessly from a glissade into a pirouette sequence requires a deep understanding of weight placement and core engagement. Throughout the class, we emphasize the alignment and timing behind the movement, helping you find your balance during pivots and lunges. By practicing these zig-zag combinations, you will improve your spatial awareness and learn how to travel across the floor with confidence. Whether you are practicing in a studio or at home, Broche Ballet provides the professional guidance you need to refine your technique. We focus on proper alignment and the subtle nuances of timing that make ballet so captivating. Join us to master the contretemps, sharpen your pirouettes, and find the joy in moving through the center with precision and artistry.
