What You'll Learn
- Master the mental logic required to reverse a complex directional tendu sequence.
- Integrate fluid port de bras and croisé positions into transitional footwork.
- Coordinate specific head motions with movements from front to back for better épaulement.
- Challenge your balance by incorporating pirouettes and passé into the combination.
About This Video
Mastering the art of ballet requires more than just physical strength; it demands mental agility. In this specialized class from Broche Ballet, we dive into a 'Train Your Brain' exercise focused on reversing a complex tendu combination. Reversing combinations is a vital skill for any dancer, as it builds the neural pathways necessary for picking up choreography quickly and executing movements with fluidity in both directions.
The session begins with a foundational sequence: two tendus to the front followed by two to the back. We then incorporate leg switches and a pivot to change direction. The real challenge—and the focus of this video—is the reversal.
You will learn how to transition from the front-oriented sequence to starting with a tendu to the back, maintaining the integrity of your port de bras throughout. As we progress, we integrate more advanced elements. You will work through chassés and explore how the arms move into a croisé position during the reversal.
For those looking to push their technique further, we demonstrate how to add a full pirouette from a passé position within the flow of the tendus. Attention to detail is key. We cover the specific head motions required for professional-looking transitions, such as tilting the head forward when moving from back to front.
Understanding the relationship between the legs and the upper body is crucial. The instructor provides specific corrections on how the arms should close during the reversal to maintain balance. Whether you are practicing at the barre or in the center, these cognitive drills translate directly to better performance.
This class is designed to help you think like a professional dancer, ensuring every tendu, bourrée, and pivot is executed with intention and grace.
