What You'll Learn
- How to create a stable platform by correctly pushing the arch out in pointe shoes
- Techniques for heel-to-heel alignment to maintain balance during pas de basque
- The mechanics of safe weight transfer from two feet to one during center transitions
- Strategies for keeping the second foot close to the body for better stability in turns
- Developing precision and control in petit allegro and bourrée sequences
About This Video
Transitioning from the safety of the barre to the center is one of the most exciting yet challenging milestones in a dancer’s journey, especially when working en pointe. In this specialized session with Broche Ballet, we dive deep into the mechanics of balance, control, and precision required to "venture off the barre" with confidence. This class is designed to help you bridge the gap between supported exercises and independent movement.
We begin by revisiting the fundamentals of your stance. A crucial takeaway from this lesson is learning how to push your arch out to the side of your pointe shoe. This action creates a wider, more stable platform, ensuring you aren't "sitting" in your shoes but rather lifting out of them.
As we move into the center, we focus on essential movements such as plié, tendu, and dégagé, emphasizing the smooth execution of every transition. One of the core technical focuses of this class is the concept of "heel-to-heel" alignment. This is particularly vital when executing steps like pas de basque.
By keeping your heels aligned and focusing on the moment of weight transfer from two feet to one, you gain significantly more control over your center of gravity. We also practice pas de bourrée and bourrée sequences, teaching you to keep the second foot close to the body. This proximity is the secret to maintaining stability during complex turns and transitions.
Throughout the lesson, you will work on petit allegro movements and port de bras, integrating upper body coordination with precise footwork. Whether you are practicing a sous-sous or a delicate weight shift, the emphasis remains on small, deliberate movements. By trusting your weight transfer and focusing on precision over speed, you will build the confidence necessary to perform en pointe without the support of the barre.
Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your technique and discover the freedom of center work.
