What You'll Learn
- Mastering weight placement over the supporting leg during turns
- Techniques for bending the knee using the hamstring for better control
- Improving balance and alignment during piqué and passé combinations
- Managing dance anxiety through breathwork and body trust
About This Video
Welcome to this specialized 30-minute pointe class with Broche Ballet, designed to bridge the gap between stability at the barre and freedom in the center. In this session, instructor Julie guides you through 20 minutes of focused barre work followed by 10 minutes of challenging center combinations. This structure is ideal for intermediate and advanced dancers looking to refine their en pointe technique through repetitive, high-quality movements.
The lesson begins at the barre, where the focus is on establishing a solid foundation through alignment and posture. You will work on your plié and sous-sus, paying close attention to the mechanics of the foot and ankle. One of the key technical takeaways in this session is learning to bend the knee from underneath the hamstring rather than the back, ensuring a more integrated and powerful movement.
We also emphasize using the back foot effectively to push off and control movement during bourrée exercises. These subtle corrections are what separate a student's performance from a professional's execution. Transitioning to the center, the class shifts focus to balance and fluidity.
You will practice soutenu turns and dynamic combinations featuring piqué, sous-sus, and passé movements. Maintaining weight over the supporting leg is crucial in the center, where you no longer have the barre for security. Julie offers expert cues on how to achieve this while staying grounded yet lifted, helping you find your center of gravity even during complex transitions like the chassé.
Beyond the physical technique, this class addresses the mental aspect of dancing en pointe. We discuss anxiety management and the importance of staying calm under pressure. By trusting your body’s power and maintaining regular breathing and facial relaxation, you can transform your performance from tentative to confident.
Whether you are working on your stability or aiming for more graceful turns, this class provides the tools necessary to elevate your pointe work. Join the Broche Ballet community and refine your artistry with professional guidance from the comfort of your own home.
