What You'll Learn
- Master momentum control during frappé by striking the floor with precision and intent.
- Develop pelvic stability and alignment to improve the quality and height of your arabesque.
- Utilize specific breathing techniques to oxygenate muscles and increase endurance.
- Understand the technical distinction between a plié and a relevé for better weight transitions.
About This Video
Elevate your home practice with this intensive 40-minute Ballet barre class at Broche Ballet, specifically designed to build the stamina and strength required for advanced technique. This session moves beyond simple repetition, challenging you to find deep control over your momentum and body placement. Instructor-led and technique-heavy, this class is an ideal way to push your limits while maintaining the grace and precision essential to the art form.
The class begins with a foundational warm-up, moving through essential barre work including plié, tendu, and frappé. One of the primary focuses of this session is the mastery of momentum. During the frappé exercises, you will learn to strike the floor with intention, shooting the leg out with energy while keeping the upper back perfectly still.
This stability is crucial; by preventing the torso from wavering, you channel all your energy into the leg's movement, building true functional strength. As we progress into fondu and développé, the emphasis shifts toward pelvic placement and breath. You will explore how proper pelvic alignment is far more critical for a successful arabesque than the actual height of the leg.
By focusing on the support of the standing hip, you ensure long-term stamina throughout the entire barre. Additionally, the class explores breathing techniques—learning to open the back and feed your muscles oxygen—to sustain yourself through challenging combinations. This practice also addresses the mental toughness needed for ballet.
As you work through the physical challenge, remember that building strength often feels like weakness in the moment, but results in a stronger foundation tomorrow. Whether you are refining your cou-de-pied or holding a steady sus-sous, this 40-minute practice provides the feedback and technical corrections necessary to take your ballet journey to the next level. Join us at Broche Ballet and discover the power of focused, intentional practice.
