Mastering the Petite Allegro: Sissone, Échappé en Tournant, and Pirouettes

Elevate your center work with this high-energy Petite Allegro tutorial from Broche Ballet. This class is designed for dancers who are ready to take their footwork to the next level by combining speed, precision, and directional changes. We begin with a series of sautés in first, second, and fifth positions to warm up the feet and establish the necessary upward lift required for jumping.

This foundation is crucial for the complex combination that follows. The core of this lesson focuses on a sophisticated Petite Allegro combination featuring sissone, échappé en tournant, and pirouette. You will learn how to navigate the studio space effectively using tombé and chassé movements to transition between jumps.

One of the highlights of this tutorial is the breakdown of the échappé en tournant, where we focus on the quarter-quarter-quarter turning strategy. This methodical approach helps you maintain balance and orientation even during fast-paced sequences. Throughout the video, your instructor emphasizes the importance of body directions.

You will practice shifting your focus from the center to specific corners of the room, mastering the transition into a tombé to the bottom right. We also delve into the mechanics of the pirouette following a jumping sequence, ensuring your landing is controlled and your preparation for the turn is stable. Repetition is key to mastering any ballet combination.

This class encourages you to mark the movements several times before executing them at full speed. By focusing on the details of each plié and the sharpness of every movement, you will build the muscle memory needed to perform this challenging combo with grace and athleticism. Join Broche Ballet and challenge yourself with this exciting Allegro practice today.