What You'll Learn
- Master the transition from barre to center work while dancing en pointe.
- Execute clean tombé pas de bourrée and pas de basque sequences with proper alignment.
- Improve stability and power in piqué passé and soutenu turns.
- Coordinate arm movements and port de bras to enhance momentum and traveling steps.
- Develop core strength and balance through controlled center adage and fondu work.
About This Video
Transitioning from the stability of the barre to the freedom of the center is a major milestone for any dancer training en pointe. In this 15-minute practice session with Broche Ballet, we explore the nuances of balance, power, and coordination required to dance unsupported. Moving away from the barre requires a deep connection to your core and a refined sense of weight placement, and this class is designed to help you bridge that gap with confidence.
We begin by breaking down essential center combinations that are foundational to classical choreography. You will practice the tombé pas de bourrée and pas de basque, focusing on maintaining your turnout and alignment while transitioning through different positions. We also dive into piqué passé and soutenu turns, emphasizing the importance of a strong relevé and proper spotting. The instructor provides detailed cues on how to manage your weight over the box of the pointe shoe to ensure stability during these more dynamic movements.
Traveling across the floor requires more than just footwork; it requires intelligent use of the arms and upper body. During the traveling sequences, you will learn how to use your port de bras to generate momentum and grace. By coordinating the arms with the legs, you create a cohesive look that provides the necessary power for jumps and large traveling steps. We also incorporate adage elements, including développé and fondu, to build the slow-twitch muscle strength necessary for sustained balance.
Mastering these combinations in the center is vital for any dancer looking to perform. Through practice and repetition, you will learn to adjust your spacing and timing, ensuring that your movements are both technically sound and artistically expressive. Join Broche Ballet as we take these exciting steps off the barre and into the center of the studio.
