What You'll Learn
- Master the 'trampoline concept' to achieve rapid-fire speed and rebound in your échappé and fast footwork.
- Refine your piqué soutenu turns by timing your weight transfer for maximum momentum and rotation.
- Develop a controlled roll-down technique through one foot to create smooth transitions from relevé.
- Integrate expressive head and arm movements while balancing en pointe to enhance performance quality.
- Gain speed and lightness in bourrée turns by using a 'launching' technique from the heels.
About This Video
Elevate your pointe technique with this intensive 11-minute intermediate class designed to bridge the gap between technical precision and artistic expression. At Broche Ballet, we believe that moving from the barre to the center is where a dancer truly finds their freedom. This session focuses specifically on that transition, challenging your balance and your nervous system with dynamic movement and quick footwork. We begin by exploring foundational stability in sous-sous and tendu, where you will learn to incorporate expressive head movements without losing your center. By integrating upper-body artistry while on the box, you develop the performance quality necessary for advanced variations.
One of the core technical focuses of this class is the 'trampoline concept' for fast feet. You will learn to release your knees quickly to facilitate an immediate rebound in échappés and fourth position work. This efficiency is key for petit allegro en pointe, allowing you to move with speed rather than tension. We also dive into the mechanics of traveling, specifically the piqué soutenu. You will practice waiting to initiate the turn until your weight is fully transferred to the piqué foot, ensuring a clean and powerful rotation.
For those looking to improve their bourrées, this class introduces a 'launching' sensation. By using the heels as a cue to spring back up the moment they touch the floor, you can achieve the shimmering speed required for classical repertoire. Additionally, we refine the descent from relevé by practicing how to roll down through one foot while the other leg joins at the very last moment. Throughout the class, we utilize essential movements like fondu, plié, and enveloppé to build a well-rounded and resilient technique. This session is an excellent tool for dancers looking to refine their intermediate or advanced pointe skills through focused, professional instruction.
