What You'll Learn
- How to maintain active turnout for greater height and stability in arabesque.
- The mechanics of placing the hip over the arch to optimize pelvic alignment.
- Refining balance on demi-pointe by avoiding common heel and toe placement errors.
- Mastering the transition between tendu, cou-de-pied, and passé with continuous rotation.
- Integrating upper body port de bras without compromising lower body turnout.
About This Video
Refine your classical form with this specialized Technique Barre class from Broche Ballet. In this 45-minute session, we move beyond the basic steps to focus on the intricate details that separate a good dancer from a great one. The primary focus of this lesson is turnout—not just as a position of the feet, but as a functional rotation that originates in the hip and supports every movement from the barre to the center.
We begin with slow, methodical combinations designed to build muscle memory and awareness. You will work through essential movements like tendu and demi-plié, focusing on the relationship between your weight placement and your rotational capacity. As we progress through cou-de-pied and passé, the instructor emphasizes the importance of keeping the hip directly over the arch of the foot to allow the pelvis to open correctly.
This technical foundation is crucial for maintaining stability and achieving greater height in extensions like arabesque. The class also addresses the nuances of balance, specifically how to avoid slipping heels and maintain toe engagement while on demi-pointe. By integrating port de bras with these lower-body corrections, you will develop a more cohesive and controlled balletic line.
Whether you are looking to improve your allégro power or find more stability in your fifth position, this deep dive into turnout mechanics provides the tools necessary for technical advancement.
