What You'll Learn
- How to achieve a 'stuck' moment of balance in rélevé passé to demonstrate control.
- Techniques for controlled, safe landings from en pointe to plié or sous-sous.
- Drills to improve vertical alignment and counterbalance in center work.
- Strategies for building confidence and overcoming the fear of dancing without the barre.
- The importance of core engagement in maintaining floaty balances.
About This Video
Elevate your pointe work with this focused center practice from Broche Ballet. Transitioning from the barre to the center is one of the most challenging milestones in a dancer's journey, and this session is designed to help you build the strength and confidence needed for that leap. We focus specifically on mastering the rélevé passé and finding that elusive, floaty balance that signifies true control. Throughout the video, you will be guided through exercises that emphasize finding your vertical alignment and understanding the mechanics of a stable balance without the support of the barre.
One of the core concepts explored in this class is the feeling of being 'stuck' at the peak of your rélevé. This is not about being immobile; rather, it is about reaching a point of such precise counterbalance and core engagement that you gain the power to decide exactly when and how to descend. We will work on landing from passé into positions like sous-sous or a clean plié, ensuring every movement is intentional rather than a result of gravity taking over. By focusing on precision and target practice, you will learn to direct your energy and place your weight with absolute authority.
Landing safely and gracefully en pointe requires a combination of ankle strength, flexibility, and deep core stability. Our instructor provides detailed feedback on how to maintain your turnout and alignment during these transitions. This class is ideal for intermediate students looking to refine their technique or advanced dancers seeking to polish their center stability. With consistent practice, these drills will help you overcome the fear of dancing in the center and allow you to move with the grace required for complex choreography. Join Broche Ballet as we work together to transform your pointe technique from hesitant to rock-solid.
