What You'll Learn
- Master safe landing techniques to minimize injury risk and build lower body strength.
- Improve your turnout and pelvic alignment through targeted plié and tendu sequences.
- Build cardiovascular stamina and muscular endurance for longer dance combinations.
- Develop a strong, engaged upper body and tall posture during complex barre work.
- Refine the 'push-through-the-floor' technique for smoother transitions and better control.
About This Video
Elevate your dance practice with this comprehensive 45-minute Ballet Barre session at Broche Ballet, specifically designed to build stamina while refining technical precision. Led by Julie, this all-level class emphasizes the fundamental mechanics that support a dancer’s longevity, focusing on the intersection of strength, control, and fluid movement. Throughout the session, we explore a full sequence of traditional exercises including plié, tendu, and dégagé, ensuring that every movement is performed with intentional turnout and alignment.
One of the primary focuses of this class is the development of safe and powerful landing techniques. In ballet, the transition from the air to the floor is often where the most risk for injury lies. Julie guides students through specific exercises designed to cultivate a 'lift' during every landing, training the body to absorb impact with strength and precision rather than collapsing. By practicing these controlled movements at the barre, dancers develop the necessary muscle memory for safe jumps and center work. You will learn to use a push-through-the-floor movement instead of a simple lift when transitioning between poses, ensuring a grounded and powerful presence.
In addition to landing mechanics, this class challenges your endurance with sustained sequences like développé and grand battement. We pay close attention to the engagement of the upper body, maintaining a tall posture and lifted ears to ensure proper alignment and balance. Julie provides detailed feedback on maintaining a strong core and controlled breathing, which are essential for staying composed during more demanding combinations. Whether you are looking to polish your intermediate skills or want a robust workout that prioritizes safety and technique, this Broche Ballet barre class offers the perfect environment to grow your strength. Grab your barre and get ready to push your limits while staying mindful of the technical details that make ballet so beautiful.
