What You'll Learn
- How to use lateral ribcage breathing to support proper ballet posture and alignment.
- Techniques to prevent sickling by leading with the heel in cou-de-pied devant and derrière.
- How to engage the glutes and the back of the knees to maintain active turnout.
- Methods for finding 'movement within stillness' to keep muscles engaged during holds.
- Tactile feedback exercises to improve foot shape and ankle stability.
About This Video
Elevate your foundational ballet technique with this comprehensive 26-minute instructional deep dive from Broche Ballet. This session is specifically designed for dancers who value a slow, meditative, and highly detailed approach to their training. Rather than rushing through fast-paced combinations, we focus on the subtle, internal mechanics that transform a basic movement into a refined expression of classical form.
Our journey begins with the essential relationship between breath and posture, teaching you how to direct air flow sideways into the ribs to maintain a stable core and relaxed shoulders. One of the primary focal points of this class is the mastery of the cou-de-pied foot shape. Sickling is a frequent challenge for students, but by understanding the mechanics of pushing the heel forward and keeping the pinky toe outside the line of the knee, you can achieve a clean, professional line every time.
We explore both cou-de-pied devant and derrière, utilizing tactile cues like using the hand to feel the pressure against the ankle to ensure the heel is leading the movement. ' You will learn to find active engagement in the center of the glutes and the back of the knees, ensuring your turnout is supported from the hips even when the body appears still. We also cover the proper execution of the tendu, focusing on maintaining alignment and weight distribution.
By the end of this session, you will have a deeper understanding of how to use your breath to support your frame and how to maintain a stable, unsickled foot position in all your transitions. This detailed focus on alignment and rotation will provide a more stable foundation for your work at the barre and in the center.
