What You'll Learn
- How to utilize a deep plié to generate power for jumps and transitions
- Techniques for maintaining a stable, controlled upper body during athletic movements
- The mechanics of développé and enveloppé for better extension and control
- Strategies for building the lower body strength required for athletic variations
- How to maintain balance and stability on demi-pointe during complex steps
About This Video
Elevate your practice with this 55-minute "Men's Style" ballet class at Broche Ballet. While traditional ballet training often emphasizes grace and fluidity, this specific session shifts the focus toward the athletic power, explosive strength, and architectural precision typically associated with the men’s vocabulary. This class is designed for dancers of all levels and genders who wish to bolster their technical foundation and prepare their bodies for the physical demands of jumping and turning.
The lesson begins at the barre, where we establish a strong connection to the floor. You will engage in rigorous plié and grand plié exercises, focusing on the eccentric control needed to land jumps softly and the concentric power needed to launch them. We emphasize sharp, articulate footwork through tendu and battements combinations, ensuring that every movement is executed with maximum clarity.
As the class progresses, we dive into the nuances of leg extension and control. You will practice développé and enveloppé sequences, learning how to maintain a square hip and a stable core while reaching into à la seconde or a high arabesque. A key theme throughout the session is the "quiet" upper body—learning to keep the shoulders and arms calm and poised even as the legs perform high-intensity, powerful movements.
In addition to physical strength, this class touches on the mental preparation required for complex ballet combinations. By focusing on relevé and sustained work on demi-pointe, you will build the calf strength and ankle stability necessary for virtuoso turns and grand allegro. We also highlight the importance of proper breathing and core engagement, which are essential for maintaining balance during intricate transitions.
Whether you are preparing for a performance or simply want to challenge your physical limits, this Men's Style class offers a refreshing, vigorous approach to ballet. Join us as we build the power, precision, and presence required to take your dancing to the next level.
