What You'll Learn
- The importance of proper posture and alignment for balance in the center.
- How to execute adagio movements to improve core strength and flexibility.
- Techniques for fluid port de bras and coordinating arm movements with footwork.
- The mechanics of waltz steps, including piqué soutenu and pas de bourrée.
- How to use music and timing to maintain a steady tempo during combinations.
About This Video
Welcome to a focused center practice designed specifically for the beginner dancer ready to find their balance away from the barre. In this 23-minute session with Broche Ballet, we transition from the support of the barre to the freedom of the center, emphasizing the foundational elements that create a strong, graceful dancer. Center work is where your ballet training truly comes to life.
We begin with a slow adagio to build core strength and control. By holding positions and moving through slow port de bras, you will develop the necessary stability to maintain your turnout and alignment without external support. Proper posture and alignment are the heart of this lesson, ensuring that every movement is both safe and aesthetically pleasing.
The class moves into more dynamic exercises, including the fondu and pas de bourrée. We pay close attention to the precision of your footwork, teaching you how to use gravity to your advantage for quick, controlled steps. You will learn the mechanics of the piqué soutenu and how to execute turns and pivots with newfound confidence.
As we progress into the waltz, you will explore the role of music and timing in guiding your movements. We focus on the coordination of the arms and legs, ensuring your port de bras feels natural and expressive. The waltz segment is an excellent opportunity to practice physicality and expression, helping you move across the floor with fluid transitions.
Whether you are working on your soutenu or refining your final révérence, this class provides a supportive environment with clear, technical instructions. By the end of this session, you will have a better understanding of how to maintain a steady tempo and rhythm while executing complex sequences. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your technique and bring more artistry to your dancing.
