What You'll Learn
- How to maintain a long hip flexor line for a more stable and aesthetic penché.
- Techniques for using the back of the body to support the extension of the front.
- Executing rapid grand battement combinations with precision and single-leg stability.
- Complex transitions involving soutenu and relevé at a high tempo.
About This Video
Elevate your practice with this 35-minute Advanced Ballet Speed Barre, specifically designed to challenge experienced dancers through rapid-fire combinations and precise technical focal points. At Broche Ballet, we understand that advanced training requires a sophisticated grasp of body mechanics. This session delivers exactly that by examining the intricate relationship between core strength, hip flexibility, and stability during high-tempo movements.
This class moves quickly through a comprehensive barre sequence, pushing your muscle memory and cardiovascular endurance to the limit. A primary focal point of this lesson is the technical execution of the penché. Rather than simply leaning forward, you will learn how to maintain a long hip flexor line to ensure proper alignment and prevent the 'breaking' of the line at the hip joint. The instructor provides detailed cues on how to engage the muscles in the back of the body to support and stretch the front, creating a balanced, supported, and professional aesthetic in your arabesque and penché positions.
In addition to the refined penché work, the class features high-energy grand battement combinations. You will practice the essential coordination of the brush and close, followed immediately by a sharp relevé and soutenu. These exercises are meticulously designed to test your control over the standing knee and your ability to find a secure, centered landing position on a single leg after powerful, high-impact movements.
The session culminates in a complex final combination that transitions seamlessly from one side of the barre to the other. This sequence incorporates a variety of movements, including plié, rise, and allongée, demanding total concentration on posture and port de bras even as fatigue sets in. Whether you are looking to refine your line or increase the speed of your footwork, this class provides the expert-level corrections needed to reach your personal best. Join us for a rigorous session that emphasizes the importance of maintaining a long line and controlled execution from the first tendu to the final bow.
