Pointe and Center Practice: Master Sous-tenu Turns and Footwork

Elevate your ballet practice with this comprehensive session from Broche Ballet, designed specifically for dancers looking to bridge the gap between barre stability and center control. Led by instructor Julie, this class begins with a focused 5-minute pointe warmup to prepare the feet and ankles, followed by 20 minutes of single-hand barre combinations. These exercises emphasize demi-pointe control, ensuring that your transition to center work is grounded in strength and precision.

In the second half of the class, we move to the center for 20 minutes of intensive combinations. A primary focus of this lesson is the sous-tenu turn. You will learn the mechanics of weight transfer, focusing on keeping the body forward and utilizing the front leg for power while the back leg stabilizes.

We also explore the elegance of the arabesque and the height of the sous-sus, encouraging dancers to 'show off' their feet through clean lines and articulated footwork. Throughout the practice, Julie provides technical corrections on piqué movements and bourrées, teaching you how to maintain 'fast ankles' for effortless turns. Whether you are working en pointe or on demi-pointe, this class challenges your balance, coordination, and artistic expression.

You will practice the nuances of an effacé position, learning to roll through the feet into an arabesque with grace. By focusing on the 'nose forward' approach during turns and maintaining a strong core, you will find greater stability in even the most complex center combinations. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your technique and bring a professional polish to your center work.