What You'll Learn
- Techniques for fast footwork by releasing heel and ankle joints
- Mastering center stability through tombé, fondu, and tendu sequences
- Developing strong bourrée drills for controlled, fluid movement
- Coordinating piqué sous-sus and chassé movements off the barre
- Integrating multiple technical drills into a cohesive adagio combination
About This Video
Transitioning your pointe work from the support of the barre to the center is an exhilarating step in your ballet journey. In this 14-minute practice session from Broche Ballet, we focus on gaining the confidence and stability needed to perform fluidly en pointe without assistance. This class is specifically designed to bridge the gap between stationary drills and moving combinations, emphasizing the "fast feet" and "fast knees" required for professional-level execution.
We begin with essential pointe work drills that target foot articulation and speed. You will learn the importance of lifting the heels to release the knee joints, a crucial technique for maintaining agility during quick sequences. The class covers a variety of foundational movements, including tendu, tombé, and fondu. By integrating these steps into an adagio sequence, you will develop the control necessary for slower, more sustained movements while staying grounded and centered.
One of the core highlights of this session is the focus on bourrée drills (often phonetically called 'boris' drills) which help develop strong, still feet while moving across the floor. We also dive into the coordination required for swivel turns and chassé movements. Throughout the exercises, your instructor provides detailed technical feedback on keeping the heel forward, pushing off the floor effectively, and stretching the feet fully within the shoes to achieve a beautiful line.
Whether you are working on your piqué sous-sus or refining your relevé and pas de bourrée, this class offers the technical breakdown needed to master center work. By the end of this session, you will have a better understanding of how to combine various exercises into a single, cohesive combination, helping you remember the intricate details that make pointe work look effortless and elegant. Join Broche Ballet to refine your technique and take your artistry to the next level.
