Ballet Pointe Basics: Center Combinations and Weight Transfer

Elevate your ballet practice with this focused 15-minute session on pointe basics in the center. At Broche Ballet, we believe that transitioning from the barre to the center is a pivotal moment for any dancer, requiring a unique blend of core strength, confidence, and technical precision. This class is specifically designed to help you build the strength and control needed to move from beginner to intermediate pointe work with grace and stability.

Set to festive Christmas music, this class guides you through essential combinations including pas de bourrée, piqué, and soutenu. A primary focus of the lesson is the efficient transfer of weight between legs. You will learn how the effort required to change from one leg to the other must remain consistent, whether you are performing slow movements or rapid footwork.

The instructor emphasizes maintaining a strong and tight upper body, which is crucial for stability when your base of support is minimized en pointe. Throughout the exercises, we explore how specific arm positions can aid your balance. You will discover how the demi-seconde position can be used to engage the back muscles more effectively than fully open arms.

By focusing on lower, more stable arm placements, you can better engage the front of your body and your core, providing a solid foundation for your movements. Technical corrections include perfecting your sous-sus and mastering the smooth flow of bourrée sequences. We also dive into the nuances of body alignment, teaching you how to use your back and core to support fast-paced movements.

Whether you are working on your piqué turns or refining your demi-plié, this class provides the feedback and structure necessary to advance your pointe work. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your technique and find your center en pointe this holiday season.