What You'll Learn
- Mastering sous-sus variations to improve balance and foot articulation.
- Transitioning technical skills from the barre to center combinations.
- Executing controlled landings and roll-downs for safety and fluidity.
- Improving alignment and core engagement during complex turns.
About This Video
Elevate your ballet practice with this comprehensive Pointe Basics class from Broche Ballet. Designed specifically for dancers moving from a beginner to an intermediate level, this session focuses on the critical transition from the stability of the barre to the independence of center work. Understanding the mechanics of your pointe shoes is essential for safety and grace, and this lesson provides the technical breakdown necessary to succeed.
The class begins with thorough barre exercises designed to warm up the metatarsals and ankles. You will work through various iterations of sous-sus, including quarter, half, and whole sous-sus, to find your vertical alignment and engage your core. The instructor emphasizes the importance of a clean relevé and a controlled plié to ensure every movement is deliberate and supported.
By focusing on these fundamentals at the barre, you build the muscle memory required for more advanced combinations. As we move into the center, the challenge increases. You will practice combinations that include enveloppé and piqué movements, focusing on maintaining your turnout and posture without the barre's assistance.
A major highlight of this class is the focus on controlled landings. Learning how to roll through the foot from en pointe back to the floor is vital for preventing injury and creating a seamless aesthetic. Whether you are practicing facet turns or transitioning through first position, the instructor provides real-time feedback and corrections to help you stay calm and centered.
Broche Ballet is committed to providing high-quality, accessible instruction for adult dancers. This class encourages you to push your boundaries while respecting your body's limits. By the end of this session, you will feel more confident in your technical proficiency and better prepared for the demands of intermediate pointe work.
Grab your pointe shoes and join us for a session dedicated to strength, control, and the beauty of classical ballet.
