What You'll Learn
- Master fluid port de bras and relaxed arm placement to improve artistry.
- Develop the balance and alignment necessary for successful pirouettes.
- Understand the weight distribution required for stable sous-sus and passé in the center.
- Execute foundational center sequences including soutenu and allongé.
- Learn the significance of finishing strong with a graceful révérence.
About This Video
Step away from the barre and find your balance with Broche Ballet’s Beginner Ballet Center practice. This 25-minute session is meticulously crafted for adult students who are ready to take their foundational skills into the center of the room. We focus on the core elements of ballet artistry: coordination, balance, and the effortless grace that comes from technical precision.
One of the primary focuses of this class is port de bras. Mastering the movement of the arms and upper body is essential for any dancer, as it frames every movement. Our instructor guides you through the nuances of arm placement, emphasizing the importance of keeping your movements soft and relaxed rather than rigid.
By using effective visual cues—such as imagining heavy objects in your hands—you will learn to find the necessary resistance and fluidity that defines professional-level port de bras and allongé. As we move through the sequences, we dive into foundational center steps including sous-sus and passé. A common challenge for beginners is maintaining alignment while closing into a sous-sus.
We address this directly by teaching you how to stay forward over your toes, ensuring your center of gravity is perfectly balanced to prevent falling backward. These small technical adjustments are what build the stability required for more advanced movements like pirouettes. Speaking of turns, this class introduces the mechanics of the pirouette.
We break down the preparation and the importance of arm placement to help you maintain control throughout the rotation. You will also practice the révérence, learning how to finish every combination with strength and elegance. Each exercise is broken down into manageable sequences, allowing you to focus on specific technical aspects such as the transition from a plié into a relevé.
We also explore the concept of the 'balcony'—a visual cue to help lift the chest and maintain an open, proud posture throughout your dancing. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your center work and dance with newfound confidence.
