What You'll Learn
- How to use breath to reduce tension and improve stability en pointe.
- Techniques for mastering pas de bourrée with fluid arm movements.
- Proper alignment and support for cambré turns to prevent injury.
- Strategies for building trust between your body, your shoes, and gravity.
- The importance of practicing movements on flat to refine intermediate technique.
About This Video
Transitioning from beginner to intermediate pointe work requires more than just foot strength; it requires a deep connection between the body, the shoes, and the floor. In this Broche Ballet session, we focus on the essential foundations that allow for a fluid, confident performance. A common hurdle for dancers is the tension that arises when first wearing pointe shoes.
This class addresses that tension directly by focusing on relaxation and the vital role of breath in movement. We begin at the barre, working through fundamental exercises like plié and sous-sus to establish proper alignment. One of the core focuses of this lesson is mastering the pas de bourrée and cambré.
Often, dancers with hypermobile joints struggle with stability in these movements. We break down the cambré to ensure the upper body remains supported and that the head and arm placement complement the turn rather than hindering it. By taking a slower pace on flat before attempting the movements en pointe, dancers can build the muscle memory necessary for controlled, graceful transitions.
Building trust with your shoes and gravity is essential for any advancing student. We explore how to maintain a relaxed focus even during challenging sequences. This includes "meeting the barre" with grace during turns and ensuring that every movement is executed with intent.
Whether you are struggling with ankle stability or looking to add more expression to your port de bras, this class provides the technical corrections and mindful approach needed to advance. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your technique and find your comfort en pointe.
