What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining a level and stable pelvis during movement
- How to engage the deep core by drawing the navel toward the spine
- The importance of femur head placement for pelvic stabilization
- Methods for coordinating port de bras with leg extensions for balance
- Controlled roll sequences to improve spinal articulation
About This Video
Elevate your training with this focused 10-minute Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) warmup designed to build the foundation for professional-level stability. At Broche Ballet, we understand that a strong center is the heartbeat of every movement, from the simplest **tendu** at the **barre** to complex center work. This session focuses on the critical elements of bridging and pelvic stabilization to ensure your body is primed for the demands of a full class.
During this routine, you will explore the relationship between the **pelvis** and the **femur head**, learning how to isolate and engage the correct muscle groups for maximum control. The exercises utilize a ball to challenge your balance, requiring you to maintain a level pelvis while executing single-leg rotations and movements. By focusing on drawing the navel toward the spine and wrapping the hips in the back, you will develop the deep core strength necessary to maintain a solid **su-su** and stable torso during transitions.
We also incorporate **port de bras** into these conditioning movements to help you find stability through your upper body while the lower body is engaged. You will learn how to **roll** through the spine with control, emphasizing the 'fold' and 'stretch' of the body. These controlled movements are essential for developing the muscle memory needed for effortless **relevé** and secure landing from a **sauté**.
This PBT-inspired warmup is an excellent way to prepare for your daily practice, helping you to find your center and establish proper alignment from the very first minute. Whether you are working on your **pointe** work or refining your adagio, the core stability gained here will translate directly into more graceful and powerful dancing. Join Broche Ballet in this specialized conditioning session and feel the difference in your stability and turnout.
