What You'll Learn
- Effective techniques for transitioning from the barre to center pointe work.
- How to execute stable relevés and sous-sus movements without support.
- Using fondu and port de bras to maintain core control and balance.
- Variations in sous-sus entry, including scooping and climbing techniques.
- Dynamic stability exercises like walking in a circle en pointe.
About This Video
Welcome to a specialized 'Quick 10' session at Broche Ballet, designed for dancers ready to step away from the barre and find their center. Transitioning to center pointe work is a pivotal milestone in any dancer’s journey, requiring a unique blend of physical strength, alignment, and mental confidence. This class is structured as an 'Explore & Play' session, giving you the freedom to test your stability in a supportive, guided environment.
We begin by finding comfort in the center through simple movements like tendu, allowing you to sense your weight placement over your pointe shoes before moving into more demanding exercises. The core of this lesson focuses on the mechanics of the relevé and the sous-sus. The instructor provides nuanced guidance on breaking down complex movements, such as starting from a tiny fourth position to build stability before attempting more crossed positions.
A key technical highlight is the application of fondu for control; by emphasizing the 'melting' action of the knee, you can find a more secure vertical axis when rising onto your platform. You will also explore different methods of entering a sous-sus, comparing the feeling of 'scooping' into the position versus 'climbing' up with the feet. Beyond static balance, this class incorporates port de bras to help you navigate center space.
You are encouraged to experiment with dynamic movement, such as walking in a circle while maintaining a sous-sus, which helps develop core engagement and spatial awareness. The session concludes with a combination of relevé and demi-plié, focusing on long feet and a deep stretch to find a graceful, controlled finish. Whether you are refining your professional technique or just starting your journey en pointe, this quick tutorial offers the essential tools to help you feel more at home in the center of the studio.
