What You'll Learn
- Master the articulation and rhythm of the pas de cheval and enveloppé.
- Develop the melting quality and leg strength required for a proper fondu.
- Improve coordination between port de bras and leg extensions in développé.
- Refine alignment and turnout during grand plié and grand battement exercises.
About This Video
Welcome to the sixth installment of our Absolute Beginner Ballet series at Broche Ballet. This 38-minute barre class is specifically designed to bridge the gap between basic positions and more complex, fluid movements. In this session, we dive deep into the mechanics of the pas de cheval and the enveloppé, two essential movements that develop foot articulation and core stability.
We begin with a comprehensive review of fundamental barre exercises, including the grand plié and tendu, ensuring your alignment and turnout are secure before progressing to new challenges. A key focus of this lesson is the introduction of the fondu and the développé. Unlike the sharp movements of a dégagé, the fondu requires a melting quality that builds significant strength in the standing leg.
You will learn how to coordinate these leg movements with graceful arm placements to develop the classical ballet silhouette. Throughout the class, we emphasize the importance of the cou-de-pied and passé positions as transitions for more advanced steps. You will also practice the grand battement, focusing on maintaining a stable torso while executing large, controlled movements.
By the end of this session, you will have a better understanding of how to transition smoothly between steps, which is a hallmark of progressing ballet technique. Whether you are following our full beginner curriculum or looking for a focused barre practice to reinforce your foundations, this class provides the technical corrections and detailed explanations needed to excel. Join us at Broche Ballet and elevate your practice today.
