What You'll Learn
- Techniques to improve proprioception and foot awareness inside pointe shoes.
- Proper head placement and body alignment during passé and attitude sequences.
- How to execute smooth transitions between fourth position and center combinations.
- Strategies for maintaining balance in arabesque and sous-sous through repetition.
- Correct footwork presentation and rolling through the shoe during pas de bourrée.
About This Video
Elevate your ballet practice with this comprehensive 45-minute pointe class from Broche Ballet. This session is specifically designed for dancers ready to bridge the gap between beginner and intermediate levels of pointe work. We begin at the barre with a deep focus on proprioception—your body's ability to sense its position and movement in space while wearing pointe shoes.
This foundational work is essential for building the strength and confidence required for more complex center work. Our barre sequence covers fundamental movements including the plié, tendu, and dégagé, with a heavy emphasis on proper alignment and the tactile feeling of the shoe against the floor. As we progress, we explore more intricate positions such as passé and attitude.
The instructor provides detailed corrections on head positioning and weight distribution, ensuring that every movement is executed with control. You will learn how to maintain a stable core and upright posture, which are vital for safety and aesthetics en pointe. The second half of the class moves into the center, where we focus on intermediate-level combinations and the power of repetition.
Here, we tackle movements like the pas de bourrée, tombé, and temps lié. We also practice transitions such as the piqué into sous-sous and stable arabesque balances. By repeating these sequences, you will develop muscle memory and improve your footwork presentation.
Special attention is given to how the legs move independently of the torso to maintain balance during fourth position transitions. Whether you are working on your turnout or your line, this Broche Ballet class provides the feedback and repetitive structure necessary for growth. By the end of this session, you will have a better understanding of how to use your head as a reference point for alignment and how to roll down through your shoes with grace and control.
Join us and take your pointe work to the next level.
