What You'll Learn
- Execute dramatic artistry using rhythmic Rhumba and Tango movements.
- Refine core techniques including plié, tendu, and dégagé en pointe.
- Master the torso twist to add dynamic flair and variety to your choreography.
- Coordinate fluid arm movements (allongé) with precise barre footwork.
- Improve transitions between positions like sous-sus, posé, and cou-de-pied.
About This Video
Bring a sense of passion and dramatic flair to your pointe practice with this unique Artistry en Pointe session at Broche Ballet. This class focuses on a rhythmic Rhumba Tango combo performed at the barre, designed specifically for dancers who want to move beyond basic mechanics and embrace true performance quality. We begin with a careful focus on foundational technique, ensuring your plié and tendu movements are grounded and precise.
As we transition to more complex sequences, you will work through dégagé, posé, and cou-de-pied positions, all while maintaining the strength and alignment required for work en pointe. The class emphasizes the transition from stable positions like sous-sus into fluid allongé lines, teaching you how to use your upper body to complement your footwork. One of the highlights of this lesson is the introduction of the twist movement.
In ballet, the torso is often held with regal stability, but incorporating a rhythmic twist adds a modern, dynamic edge to your choreography. You will learn how to rotate the torso while maintaining straight, strong legs, creating a visually stunning contrast that is perfect for a Rhumba-inspired routine. This dramatic flair is further enhanced through specific arm placements and poses that challenge your balance and coordination.
Throughout the 37-minute practice, the instructor provides detailed guidance on chassé and échappé movements, ensuring safety and comfort in your pointe shoes. Whether you are a graduate of our 16-week cohort or an intermediate dancer looking to spice up your routine, this class offers the perfect blend of technical rigor and artistic exploration. Join us at the barre and discover how to make every movement en pointe feel like a performance.
