What You'll Learn
- Advanced mechanics for increasing height in devant and à la seconde extensions.
- Techniques for maintaining turnout and hip alignment at maximum height.
- Targeted conditioning to build the functional strength required for sustained leg holds.
- Strategic barre stretches designed to improve active flexibility and range of motion.
- Core engagement strategies to ensure stability and balance during high extensions.
- Refining the fluidity and grace of movement during the transition into a développé.
- Methods for properly positioning the standing femur head to support the working leg.
About This Program
Elevate Your Artistry with Higher Extensions
Ready to take your ballet technique to new heights? Higher Legs Front and Side - Extensions (Level 3) at Broche Ballet is a comprehensive, 180-video program designed specifically for adult dancers who have mastered the basics of hip placement and are ready to challenge their range of motion. This program shifts the focus from foundational placement to the sophisticated mechanics required to achieve and maintain impressive height in devant (front) and à la seconde (side) positions.
A Structured Path to Strength and Precision
Spanning over 62 hours of content, this program is meticulously organized into a five-week curriculum. Each week builds upon the last, integrating technical barre work, targeted conditioning, and deep-dive instructional sessions. You won’t just learn how to throw your leg up; you will learn how to carry it there with grace and stability. We cover the intricate relationship between the standing leg’s turnout and the working leg’s rotation, ensuring that your extensions are as technically sound as they are beautiful.
Comprehensive Training for Adult Dancers
Unlike generic stretching routines, this Broche Ballet program emphasizes functional strength. You will engage in core-focused workouts, such as our "Planking Core for Extensions" series, and use the barre for specialized stretching that mirrors the demands of center work. We focus on the "teamwork" between muscle groups—learning how the hamstrings, hip flexors, and back muscles collaborate to sustain a développé or a grand battement.
Why Equipment Matters
For this level of training, we strongly recommend the use of an actual ballet barre rather than a household substitute like a chair or countertop. At Level 3, the leverage and stability required for advanced barre stretches are vital for your safety and proper alignment. By using professional-grade support, you can safely push your limits and achieve the precise hip positioning necessary for elite-level extensions.
