What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining lifted kneecaps and engaged quadriceps for a straighter leg line.
- How to articulate through the foot using demi-plié, flex, and pointe positions.
- Specific drills for lifting the heels to build the intrinsic strength required for pointe work.
- Strategies for maintaining external rotation (turn out) while performing seated leg movements.
- Effective methods for stretching and resting the ankles and hamstrings to promote flexibility.
About This Video
Embark on a transformative journey toward professional-looking lines with this specialized Seated Pre-pointe Flow from Broche Ballet. This class is meticulously designed to target the foundational elements of ballet technique, specifically focusing on foot strength, ankle stability, and the cultivation of a long, elegant leg line. Whether you are preparing for your first pair of pointe shoes or simply wish to enhance your articulation and extension, this session provides the essential drills needed for success.
Throughout the video, you will be guided through a series of floor-based exercises that isolate the intricate muscles of the lower body. We begin by sitting out with legs extended to the front, a position that challenges your core and posture while allowing for total focus on the legs. You will learn the importance of keeping your kneecaps pulled up and engaged, ensuring a tight knee that creates a seamless line from hip to toe.
The flow transitions through meticulous demi-plié, flex, and pointe movements. You will practice the nuance of stretching through the metatarsals and reaching your toes toward the floor without crunching. A key highlight of the class is the focus on heel lifts and controlled rotations.
By learning to lift the heel while keeping the toes connected to the ground, you develop the intrinsic foot strength necessary for stable relevé and eventually, en pointe work. Beyond strength, this class emphasizes the aesthetic of the leg line through proper turn out and turn in awareness. You will learn how to maintain rotation from the hip while working through various foot positions.
We conclude with essential stretches, including a hamstring stretch, to ensure your muscles remain supple and resilient. Join Broche Ballet and refine your technique from the ground up.
