What You'll Learn
- The precise timing required to coordinate the whip of a fouetté turn.
- How to maintain hip alignment and stability during advanced center rotations.
- The importance of the à la seconde position in generating turn momentum.
- Techniques for improving soutenu and pirouette execution through body sensation.
- Strategies for integrating counting and musicality into complex center combinations.
About This Video
Join Broche Ballet for a focused center practice session designed for advanced dancers looking to perfect their fouetté turns and overall rotational stability. In this session, we emphasize that ballet is as much about timing as it is about strength. Mastering the coordination between your plié and your relevé is the secret to achieving consistent, multiple rotations.
Our instructor breaks down the mechanics of the fouetté, highlighting the necessity of the à la seconde position. Many dancers rush the whip of the turn, but we will focus on finding the exact moment to apply force. The second you arrive in passé is the second you must engage the body to drive the rotation.
This precision in timing ensures that you are using your momentum efficiently rather than fighting against it. Beyond turns, this class covers essential center sequences including soutenu, chassé, and arabesque. We focus heavily on hip placement, ensuring that your hips remain forward and level to provide a stable base for your upper body.
You will learn to feel the engagement in the back of the legs when pulling into a turn, a sensation that is crucial for maintaining your vertical axis. By the end of this 20-minute practice, you will have a better understanding of how to integrate counting into your movements. Whether you are rehearsing a variation or simply looking to improve your daily class performance, these technical insights will help you dance with more confidence and control.
At Broche Ballet, we believe that understanding the mechanics behind every movement is key to artistic growth. Refine your technique, find your balance, and master the complex patterns of the center floor.
