What You'll Learn
- Mastering the alignment and core engagement required for stable relevés en pointe.
- Developing strength in the back leg to drive movement and maintain balance.
- Refining the technique for precise passé and échappé positions.
- Using adagio movements to improve control and placement at the barre.
About This Video
Welcome to a foundational barre session at Broche Ballet, designed specifically for dancers navigating the transition from beginner to intermediate pointe work. This targeted class focuses on the essential mechanics of the barre, emphasizing the precision and strength required for the rélevé, passé, and échappé. We believe that a secure foundation is the key to graceful, confident dancing en pointe, and this lesson provides the technical building blocks to get you there.
The class begins with a comprehensive warm-up to prepare the feet, ankles, and core for the unique demands of pointe work. As you move through the barre, the instructor guides you through exercises including plié and dégagé, with a constant focus on proper alignment. One of the most critical aspects of this session is finding your center; you will receive detailed cues on how to keep your weight centered over the supporting leg, ensuring that every movement is performed with intention and control.
A unique highlight of this class is the focus on the back leg. Dancers often overlook the importance of the trailing leg in maintaining balance and driving power. Through specific "slide and push" exercises, you will learn how to engage the back leg to propel yourself forward and maintain a stable position, even during complex combinations. This focus is paired with adagio-style movements, which are essential for developing the slow, controlled strength necessary for advanced stability.
Whether you are working on the smoothness of your échappé or the stability of your passé, this class offers the technical breakdown you need. By focusing on core engagement and the role of the back leg, you will build the physical strength and mental confidence to take your ballet practice to the next level. Join us at the barre and refine your technique with this specialized pointe basics class.
