What You'll Learn
- Master the roll-up technique for smooth weight transitions en pointe.
- Develop stability in bourrées and adagio sequences at the barre.
- Learn correct hand placement and torso alignment for promenade exercises.
- Strengthen the ankles and protect the Achilles tendons through proper plié mechanics.
- Execute clean temps lié and détourné pivots with correct weight distribution.
About This Video
Welcome to Broche Ballet’s Pointe Basics Barre, a comprehensive 32-minute session designed to bridge the gap between initial pointe work and intermediate proficiency. This class focuses on the essential building blocks required to move with confidence, strength, and grace en pointe. Whether you are a beginner looking to solidify your foundation or an intermediate dancer refining your alignment, this guided practice offers the technical insights you need to excel.
Throughout this session, we dive deep into the mechanics of footwork and placement. We begin with foundational movements like tendu, dégagé, and plié, emphasizing the critical transition from the floor to the box. You will learn the nuances of rolling up through the foot and switching weight at the three-quarter point without overshooting the box.
Proper heel placement is vital; we focus on keeping the heel close to the floor until the last possible moment to ensure maximum control and safety for the Achilles tendons. The class also covers more complex sequences, including adagio and bourrées. You will practice moving seamlessly from side to side, developing the fluid stability required for center work.
A key highlight is the study of the promenade at the barre. We break down the coordination of the hands and torso, teaching you how to flip your grip while maintaining your line and balance. Furthering your technical vocabulary, we explore the temps lié and the détourné.
By focusing on stretching up and over the shoe and pushing through the big toe, you will develop the power needed for clean transitions. This class isn't just about the steps; it's about the mechanics behind them. With Broche Ballet's expert instruction, you will gain the feedback and encouragement necessary to transform your technique and build the strength required for the next level of your dance journey.
