What You'll Learn
- Proper execution of the tombé, pas de bourrée, and rond de jambe sequence
- How to maintain 'strong armpits' for stable and graceful port de bras
- Techniques for maintaining balance and control during turns and weight transfers
- Correct placement of the leg in arabesque and following turns for better flow
- Mastering a waltz combination including balancé and allongé movements
About This Video
Take your practice from the barre to the center in this comprehensive 24-minute lesson from Broche Ballet. Designed for dancers of all backgrounds, this session focuses on the essential elements of center work: tendu, adagio, and a melodic waltz combination. The instructor provides a deep dive into the mechanics of weight transfer and stability, ensuring that your movements are as graceful as they are technically sound.
The class begins with a focus on foundational alignment during center tendu and adagio. One of the key technical cues provided is the importance of maintaining "strong armpits"—a vital concept for stabilizing the port de bras and engaging the back. You will work through an arabesque plié, learning why keeping the leg lower and reaching "down and out" often creates a better line and more stability than simply reaching for height. The instructor emphasizes balance and control, particularly when transitioning through cou-de-pied and relevé.
The heart of the lesson is a short but detailed waltz combination. This section breaks down the mechanics of the tombé, pas de bourrée, and rond de jambe. You will learn the correct sequence for a waltz—integrating balancé and turns—with specific attention to where the leg is placed after a jump or turn. Staying on one leg while placing the other behind you is key to achieving that seamless, professional flow. The class concludes with a structured sequence of allongé, high fifth, and traditional curtsies or bows to finish your practice with poise.
Throughout the video, the instructor offers real-time corrections and feedback, making it feel like a private coaching session. Whether you are working on your turn-out in a passé or perfecting the descent from a jump, this video offers the technical breakdown necessary to improve your artistry and confidence in the center.
