What You'll Learn
- Refine pirouette landings by mastering the roll-down through demi-pointe for better control.
- Develop swan-like upper body quality with fluid port de bras during technical legwork.
- Build ankle stability through targeted barre exercises including pas de cheval and prances.
- Execute precise piqué transitions including piqué fondu and piqué attitude with counterbalance.
- Maintain proper turnout and alignment during traveling sequences and pas de bourrée turns.
About This Video
Welcome to this comprehensive 46-minute intermediate pointework session at Broche Ballet. This class is meticulously designed for dancers looking to bridge the gap between technical strength and artistic expression while dancing en pointe. We begin at the barre with a series of exercises focused on building foundational foot and ankle strength.
You will work through demi-pointe and pointe transitions, utilizing prances and pas de cheval to cultivate the stability necessary for advanced center work. We emphasize engaging the lats for stability during single-leg relevés, ensuring a strong connection between the upper and lower body. A key focus of this class is the duality of movement.
While the legs execute sharp, enunciated movements like échappé, the instructor guides you in maintaining soft, fluid port de bras. This contrast is essential for achieving a professional, swan-like quality in your dancing. We will explore the use of épaulement to add depth and grace to every combination.
In the center, we transition to more dynamic movements. You will practice piqué preparations, piqué fondu, and piqué attitude with an emphasis on counterbalance and weight placement. The lesson covers the mechanics of the pirouette, specifically how to roll off the shoe through demi-pointe to ensure controlled and graceful landings.
Finally, we work on traveling sequences like pas de bourrée. You will learn to maintain consistent turnout by keeping the heel forward and the knee back during the turn. This class encourages dancers to take risks and find their center en pointe through expert guidance and anatomical focus.
By the end of this session, you will have a deeper understanding of how to coordinate technical footwork with an expressive upper body, giving your dancing a more polished and professional feel. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your piqués and master your pirouettes today.
