What You'll Learn
- A comprehensive breakdown of the pas de bourrée technique performed en pointe.
- The 'harder way' to descend from steps to build superior ankle and leg strength.
- Strategic tips for maintaining balance and control during center pivots and swivels.
- How to transition smoothly between steps like su-su and coupé while away from the barre.
- Techniques for breaking down complex center combinations into manageable learning segments.
About This Video
Moving away from the barre is one of the most challenging and rewarding milestones in a dancer's journey. In this detailed practice session from Broche Ballet, we focus on the fundamental skills required to take your pointe work into the center with stability and grace. The core of this lesson is a super-detailed breakdown of the pas de bourrée, a foundational step that requires precise footwork and weight distribution when performed en pointe.
Our instructor guides you through the 'harder way' to descend from a step—a technique involving a controlled, slow lowering into plié that builds the essential strength needed for intermediate-level combinations. By breaking down these complex movements into manageable parts, you will learn how to maintain your alignment and turnout without the support of the barre. We explore the nuances of the segue de coupé and the importance of a clean su-su to ensure every transition is fluid and secure.
Beyond just the steps, this video offers a strategic approach to executing center combinations. You will learn how to adjust your center of gravity when pivoting and swiveling en pointe, focusing on the arch and ankle stability required to remain balanced. Whether you are struggling with the transition to center or looking to refine your technique, this lesson provides the technical insights and encouragement needed to move from a beginner's foundation toward intermediate mastery. Join us at Broche Ballet to perfect your form and find your center.
