What You'll Learn
- Proper execution of foundational plié, tendu, and rond de jambe movements.
- Core and glute engagement techniques to maintain spine alignment and stability.
- How to maintain turnout and correct foot placement throughout basic exercises.
- Basic balance and flexibility positions including arabesque and attitude.
- Posture cues to avoid common beginner mistakes like leaning forward during movement.
About This Video
Welcome to your essential first steps in classical dance with the Broche Ballet Absolute Beginner Ballet Warm-up. This 19-minute guided practice is specifically designed to introduce the foundational movements that form the building blocks of every ballet class. Whether you are stepping into the studio for the first time or revisiting the basics to ensure your technique is solid, this session provides a supportive and clear environment for your growth and development.
During this comprehensive warm-up class, we focus on several key exercises typically performed at the barre. We begin with the plié, emphasizing the importance of proper alignment between the knees and toes to protect your joints and build functional strength. From there, we transition into tendu, where you will learn to articulate through the foot and maintain a long, elegant line while keeping the floor connection.
The lesson then progresses to rond de jambe, a critical movement for developing hip mobility and understanding the mechanics of turnout. Throughout these exercises, our instructor highlights the necessity of engaging the core and glutes to maintain a neutral spine and stable posture. One of the unique aspects of this warm-up is the thoughtful integration of balance challenges and stretching.
You will explore iconic positions like arabesque and attitude, learning how to find your center of gravity while maintaining proper form. We emphasize keeping the hips square and the supporting leg strong, ensuring that your movements are both beautiful and anatomically safe. By focusing on specific technical details—such as keeping the pinky toe pulled back during flexes and pushing the hips forward during a cambré—you will develop the deep body awareness needed for more advanced choreography.
At Broche Ballet, we believe that a strong foundation is the key to longevity and success in dance. This practice encourages you to stay upright, avoid leaning forward, and keep your head positioned directly over your hips. By the end of this session, you will feel more connected to your body and better prepared for any ballet performance or full-length class.
Join us and start building your professional ballet technique today.
