What You'll Learn
- How to maintain a strong vertical axis by aligning the hips and head during rotations.
- Techniques for using the arms to generate power and maintain balance throughout a turn.
- The mechanics of the tombé pas de bourrée and how it sets up a successful pirouette.
- Strategies for landing cleanly in fourth position with control and grace.
- Practical methods for managing dizziness and maintaining physical awareness during repetitive turning drills.
About This Video
Unlock the secrets to effortless turns with this comprehensive Turning Drills class at Broche Ballet. Whether you are struggling with falling out of your turns or looking to add more rotations to your repertoire, understanding the physics of momentum is essential. This 23-minute session focuses on the intricate relationship between hip alignment, the vertical axis, and the power generated through the arms to help you achieve a more stable and consistent pirouette.
We begin with a thorough review of basic pirouette mechanics, focusing on the transition from a stable plié into a clean passé. One of the most common mistakes in turning is a loss of alignment during traveling steps. Our instructor breaks down the transition from a tombé into a pas de bourrée, emphasizing the necessity of keeping the hips forward and the body centered over the supporting leg. By mastering the hip placement from the base of the body, you ensure your weight is perfectly positioned under your head, maintaining a strong, vertical axis throughout the rotation. This focus on the axis prevents the 'tipping' sensation that often leads to unstable landings.
The class progresses into more complex combinations that challenge your control. You will practice turns in various directions, learning how to adjust your weight and arm carriage to accommodate different types of momentum. We also address the physical realities of turning, such as dizziness. You will learn professional tips, including why a quick jump up and down can help reset your equilibrium after a series of intense drills. Through repetitive practice and focused drills, you will learn to end every combination in a controlled fourth position, ready for the next movement. This class is designed to help you move past technical hurdles so that your pirouettes become a seamless, fluid expression of your dance. Join Broche Ballet and transform your technique through mindful, anatomical instruction.
