What You'll Learn
- Refine upper body control and elegance through precise cambré work
- Master complex footwork including frappé and battement en croix
- Develop stability in the center with a focus on core alignment and balance
- Understand Vaganova-style coordination between arms and legs
- Improve transitions between positions with fluidity and efficiency
About This Video
Elevate your technique with this comprehensive 60-minute Vaganova ballet class at Broche Ballet. Led by instructor Katja Treger, this session is designed for dancers who want to delve deeper into the rigorous and expressive Russian style. The Vaganova method is world-renowned for its focus on the harmonious movement of the entire body, and this class delivers exactly that by emphasizing upper body control, core stability, and precise footwork.
The class begins at the barre, where you will engage in a series of disciplined exercises including battement tendu, frappé, and grand rond de jambe. Katja focuses heavily on the 'en croix' pattern to ensure balanced muscle development and technical symmetry. A significant portion of the barre work is dedicated to cambré, teaching you how to arch and rotate the upper body with grace while maintaining a stable pelvis and strong spinal alignment. This focus on the upper body ensures that your movements are not just mechanical, but truly artistic.
As we move to the center, the focus shifts toward balance and fluid transitions. You will work on maintaining your center of gravity during complex movements, practicing on demi-pointe to build ankle strength and stability. Katja guides you through sequences that require coordination between the arms, legs, and head, helping you move from front to back and side to side with efficiency and elegance. By practicing these movements slowly and deliberately, you will build the muscle memory and confidence required for more advanced choreography. Whether you are perfecting your relevé or focusing on the precision of your battement, this class provides the technical foundation needed to excel in your ballet journey.
