What You'll Learn
- Master fundamental pointe transitions from the barre to the center.
- Improve balance and core engagement during piqué and soutenu movements.
- Refine footwork precision with pas de cheval and bourrée sequences.
- Enhance musicality and control in your grand battement and fondu.
About This Video
Taking the step to dance en pointe is an exciting milestone that requires both physical strength and mental focus. In this specialized class from Broche Ballet, we dive into the fundamental 'Pointe Basics' designed to help you move from a beginner level toward intermediate mastery. Over the course of 27 minutes, your instructor will guide you through a structured curriculum that balances the stability of the barre with the technical challenges of center work.
The session begins with a focused barre segment where the emphasis is on establishing a solid foundation through precise movements such as the plié and tendu. These exercises are crucial for warming up the feet and ankles, ensuring that every rise to pointe is supported by proper alignment and muscle engagement. We explore the 'melting' quality of the fondu and the sharpness of the dégagé, all while maintaining the turnout and posture essential for classical ballet.
As we transition away from the barre, the class moves into challenging center work. Dancing en pointe without the support of the barre requires significant core stability and confidence. You will practice piqué and soutenu movements, learning how to maintain your balance while shifting weight.
The instructor provides detailed breakdowns of steps like the pas de cheval and bourrée, helping you achieve the fluid transitions that define professional-level performance. We also incorporate the grand battement to build power and range of motion. Throughout the lesson, musicality and expression remain at the forefront.
It is not just about the mechanics of the feet; it is about how you use the floor as support and how you integrate proper arm positions into every movement. Whether you are working on your flexibility or trying to avoid common mistakes in your footwork, this class offers the corrections and practice needed to excel. Join us at Broche Ballet and build the confidence to dance en pointe with grace and precision.
