What You'll Learn
- Master high-repetition combinations to build muscle memory and physical stamina.
- Achieve proper body alignment and placement in positions like *arabesque* and *dégagé*.
- Apply 'two directions of energy' to improve balance and leg control throughout the barre.
- Learn proper upper back engagement to support posture during *fondu* and *grand battement*.
- Execute complex combinations including *enveloppé* and *sus-sous* with technical precision.
About This Video
Welcome to a focused 45-minute Stamina Ballet Barre session at Broche Ballet, designed specifically to help dancers build physical endurance while maintaining pristine technique. In this class, we move beyond simple movement to explore the power of high-repetition combinations. By repeating foundational exercises, you will build the muscle memory and cardiovascular strength necessary for more complex center work and longer choreography.
The class structure focuses on precision and control, ensuring that your body remains properly aligned even as you begin to fatigue. We start with warming up the feet and legs through intentional *dégagé* and *tendu* sequences, emphasizing the concept of 'two directions of energy'—pulling into the center while reaching away through the toes. This focal point is vital for maintaining balance and finding stability in every position.
As we progress, we delve into more challenging movements including *fondu* and *arabesque*. You will learn how to keep the working leg fully extended and engaged, avoiding the common mistake of bending the knee during *relevé* transitions or when the leg returns to the floor. Upper body placement is a key theme throughout the session; we focus on engaging the upper back to support the arms and maintain a tall, elegant posture during every *enveloppé* and *plié*.
The session culminates in powerful *grand battement* combinations that challenge your range of motion and core stability. Throughout the class, Julie provides constant feedback on body placement, helping you understand the mechanics of weight transfer and the importance of a strong *sus-sous*. Whether you are looking to refine your alignment or simply want a challenging workout that stays true to classical form, this stamina-focused barre will leave you feeling stronger, more balanced, and more confident in your dancing.
Join us at Broche Ballet to take your technical execution to the next level through disciplined, high-repetition training.
