What You'll Learn
- Master the precise spatial requirements for a functional 4th position and second position.
- Implement the 'heel forward, toe back' technique to maintain rotation during weight transfers.
- Execute controlled, graceful landings through the lift-to-fondu mechanic in tombé.
- Utilize the swiveling heel action to maximize turnout and stability in développé.
- Develop a deeper understanding of pelvic alignment during complex barre transitions.
About This Video
Elevate your practice with this comprehensive 49-minute Technique Barre class from Broche Ballet, designed to refine the essential mechanics of weight transfer and spatial precision. This session dives deep into the technical nuances of 4th and 2nd positions, providing dancers with the tools needed for a more stable and professional silhouette. Dancers often struggle with the transition from one leg to two; here, you will learn to navigate these shifts with grace and control.
We begin with a focus on spatial awareness, teaching you to differentiate between a simple tendu side and a functional second position by properly aligning the heels. You will explore the specific distance required for a compact, functional fourth position—approximately one foot length between the arches—to ensure maximum stability and pelvic alignment. The curriculum covers foundational barre staples including demi-plié, tendu with flex, and rond de jambe, while emphasizing the 'heel forward, toe back' technique.
This mental cue is vital for maintaining turnout during movements like tombé and transitions through sous-sus. As we progress into more complex movements like fondu and développé, the class focuses on the 'swiveling' action of the heel. This action helps slice the foot across the midline and strengthens the internal rotation muscles necessary for high-level ballet.
By focusing on the 'lift-to-fondu' mechanic, you will learn to avoid parallel alignment and achieve controlled, soft landings. Whether you are working on your coup-de-pied placement or perfecting your port de bras and cambré, this class offers the technical corrections needed to transform your dancing. Join us at Broche Ballet to deepen your understanding of turnout from the hip and master the transitions that define a graceful dancer.
