What You'll Learn
- Master foot articulation by rolling through the box and pushing the shank
- Improve balance in promenades through coordinated arm and head placement
- Develop professional artistry using focal points and showing the demi-pointe
- Build strength for precise battu and controlled piqué transitions
- Learn a classic Nutcracker-inspired 'Sugar Plum Fairy' combination
About This Video
Elevate your practice with Broche Ballet in this comprehensive 39-minute class designed to bridge the gap between technical mechanics and true artistic expression. This session, titled Artistry en Pointe, focuses on the delicate balance of building foot and ankle strength while maintaining the fluid, 'luxurious' look expected of a seasoned dancer. We begin with a rigorous pointe strength warmup at the barre, emphasizing meticulous foot articulation. You will learn to properly roll through the box and push against the shank in second position, ensuring your feet remain active and strong rather than passive inside the shoe.
The technical portion of the class covers essential movements including relevé, sous-sus, and soutenu turns. We pay special attention to the mechanics of promenades, teaching you how to bring the arm all the way around the body to maintain balance without relying on the barre for support. Furthermore, we explore the precision of battu, where maintaining consistent foot tension is key to a professional aesthetic. A major theme of this lesson is the development of artistry. By focusing on the demi-pointe during transitions like the ton lié and using your gaze to follow the working leg, you will learn to direct the audience's attention and create a more cohesive, expressive performance.
The class culminates in a center-style combination performed at the barre, inspired by the iconic 'Sugar Plum Fairy' from The Nutcracker. This repertoire study allows you to practice complex sequences involving piqué, pas de bourrée, and tombé. Throughout the combination, the instruction encourages you to mold your feet inside the pointe shoes, treating them as an extension of your body rather than a rigid structure. Whether you are preparing for a performance or simply looking to refine your technique, this class provides the tools to dance with both power and grace.
