What You'll Learn
- How to execute a seamless transition between sides using a continuous soutenu.
- Techniques for maintaining heel placement and alignment while pivoting.
- Refining the coordination of port de bras during complex grand battement sequences.
- Mastering the pas de bourrée with pickups by initiating from the standing heel.
- Improving stability and extension in devant passé arabesque positions.
About This Video
Elevate your technical proficiency with this intensive 40-minute advanced barre practice from Broche Ballet. This session is specifically designed for the experienced dancer who is ready to challenge their stamina and fluidity. The centerpiece of this class is the transition from the first side to the second side using a soutenu without a break, a technique that requires immense focus and control.
Throughout the barre, you will focus on the quality of your movement, ensuring that every battement and tendu is initiated with precision. We dive deep into directional movement, emphasizing the importance of pivoting around the standing foot while keeping the heel forward to maintain proper alignment. You will work through complex combinations including devant passé arabesque, where the focus remains on extending through the passé and holding the line with strength.
The class also features specialized work on pas de bourrée with pickups, encouraging you to develop a side soutenu by thinking actively from the standing heel. From the initial tendu to the final grand battement, you will be prompted to re-establish proper foot action and use your toes to initiate every brush. By maintaining a loose and relaxed port de bras during su su motions and demi-pointe work, you will find a more professional and effortless quality in your dancing.
This class is not just a workout; it is a technical workshop in maintaining flow and connection between exercises, helping you eliminate unnecessary pauses and find the true artistry in your barre work.
