What You'll Learn
- Master the knee-to-knee connection for stable tombé pas de bourrée transitions.
- Refine stepping forward en pointe by prying the box and pushing through the heel.
- Apply standard exercises like tendu and rond de jambe to center practice.
- Improve upper body coordination through integrated port de bras and fondus.
- Develop the strength and control needed to transition from the barre to the center.
About This Video
Moving from the safety of the barre to the center is one of the most significant milestones for any dancer en pointe. This 11-minute practice session with Broche Ballet focuses on bridging that gap by applying standard ballet center combinations to your pointe work. We dive deep into the mechanics of balance, weight transfer, and precision, ensuring you feel confident and secure in the middle of the room.
Throughout this class, we explore essential movements including tendu, rond de jambe, and the tombé pas de bourrée. A core focus of this tutorial is the connection point—ensuring your knees touch before placing the box of your pointe shoe on the ground during tombé sequences. This small but vital detail provides the necessary control and stability to prevent rolling or instability.
We also break down the technique for stepping forward en pointe: prying the box back with the toes and pushing through the heel while maintaining a perfectly straight knee. Our instructor provides detailed demonstrations of développé to fondu, port de bras, and fouetté preparations. By integrating these standard combinations, you will develop the leg strength and ankle stability required for advanced center work.
We avoid common pitfalls like improper weight shifts by focusing on pushing into the position rather than falling into it. Whether you are just starting your center journey or looking to refine your stability, this session offers the technical feedback and structured practice needed to excel. At Broche Ballet, we believe that technique is the foundation of artistry.
Join us as we take those first brave steps away from the barre and find your center en pointe.
