What You'll Learn
- Master the mechanics of step-over turns with a focus on shoulder alignment and pushing through the floor.
- Execute clean tombé and pas de bourrée transitions to create fluid center combinations.
- Improve the control and timing of soutenu turns by maintaining a lifted left side and strong core.
- Develop coordination for forward chassé movements en pointe with proper weight distribution.
- Enhance bilateral balance and coordination by practicing complex sequences on both the right and left sides.
About This Video
Elevate your training with this comprehensive 30-minute intermediate pointe session from Broche Ballet. Designed specifically for dancers looking to bridge the gap between foundational exercises and fluid center combinations, this class focuses on the mechanics of step-over turns (piqué turns) and transitional footwork. We begin at the barre to establish the necessary alignment and strength required for dancing en pointe, then quickly transition to the center to apply these skills in motion.
The curriculum focuses heavily on the precision of the tombé and pas de bourrée, ensuring that every transition is as stable as the positions themselves. You will delve into the technical nuances of the soutenu turn, learning how to maintain a strong core and utilize the shoulders to initiate and control rotation. The instructor provides detailed feedback on keeping the 'pushing shoulder' active and ensuring the leading side remains lifted, which is essential for maintaining balance during complex center sequences.
Throughout the practice, we explore chassé movements and their role in preparing for larger traveling steps. By breaking down the timing and weight distribution of these intermediate movements, you will build the confidence needed to tackle more advanced choreography. Whether you are practicing in a home studio or a professional space, this video provides the structure and encouragement necessary to perfect your en pointe technique. Join Broche Ballet as we refine your turn mechanics, improve your bilateral coordination, and find greater freedom of movement in your pointe shoes.
