What You'll Learn
- How to use a deep plié to prepare for powerful jumps and transitions en pointe
- Techniques for building ankle strength through controlled relevé and double bounce exercises
- Finding balance and stability in sous-sus and executing smooth bourrées in the center
- Proper foot-to-floor pressure to ensure you are lifting correctly out of your pointe shoes
- Connecting steps like piqué, tombé, and coupé for fluid center combinations
About This Video
This comprehensive Broche Ballet session is designed for dancers looking to solidify their foundation en pointe. Whether you are recently new to pointe shoes or returning to basics to refine your technique, this 28-minute class covers the essential movements required for successful, strong pointework. We begin at the barre, focusing on the fundamental relationship between the foot and the floor.
You will learn how a deep plié and a slow, controlled stretch are the prerequisites for powerful jumps and stable rises. We delve into specific techniques like the double bounce to build the necessary strength in the ankles and calves before attempting center work. Throughout the barre portion, emphasis is placed on feeling the foot actively pushing into the ground during every relevé, ensuring you are lifting out of your shoes rather than sinking into them.
Moving into the center, the class focuses on stability and fluid movement. You will practice finding your balance in a tight sous-sus before transitioning into elegant bourrées. The instructor provides detailed cues on how to lift through the ankles to maintain control and grace.
We also cover essential sequences involving piqué, tombé, and coupé to help bridge the gap between static positions and dynamic movement. By focusing on correct body alignment and arm placement, you will build the confidence needed to move away from the barre. This class is perfect for those transitioning from beginner to intermediate levels, as it focuses on the mechanics of footwork and the alignment necessary for more advanced combinations.
Join Broche Ballet for this detailed practice and take the next step in your pointe journey with professional guidance and encouraging instruction.
