What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining proper foot alignment and ankle stability en pointe
- Specific exercises to build single-leg strength, including passé and piqué
- How to control foot rotation and 'scoop' for safe landings and transitions
- Methods to strengthen the intrinsic muscles of the feet and ankles
- Transitions through sous-sous and pas de bourrée with precision
About This Video
Welcome to Broche Ballet’s Pointe Basics session, a comprehensive guide designed to elevate your technical precision and build the foundational strength necessary for safe and beautiful pointe work. In this 29-minute focused practice, we dive deep into the mechanics of the foot and ankle, specifically targeting the single-leg strength required to move from beginner to intermediate levels with confidence. The class begins with essential foot-strengthening exercises at the barre.
We focus on the intricate details of footwork, ensuring that every tendu and dégagé prepares the muscles for the demands of dancing en pointe. A key theme of this session is ankle control and stability. You will learn how to maintain the shape of your ankle even while moving through complex positions, preventing the common mistake of sickling or losing alignment during weight transfers.
We will explore fundamental movements such as piqué, passé, and développé. Our instructor provides detailed cues on how to scoop the foot correctly when descending from a position, ensuring a soft and controlled landing. You will also work on sous-sous and pas de bourrée, focusing on keeping the pointe shoes perfectly rotated and the legs engaged.
Whether you are just beginning your pointe journey or looking to refine your stability, this class emphasizes the importance of the knee's role in controlling the foot and the necessity of maintaining flexibility alongside strength. By the end of this session, you will have a better understanding of how to apply these techniques to more advanced combinations, ensuring your progression en pointe is both steady and safe. Join us at Broche Ballet as we refine your technique and build the strength you need to shine.
