Advanced Ballet Technique: 75-Minute Barre and Center Intensive

Elevate your practice with this comprehensive 75-minute Advanced Ballet session at Broche Ballet. This class is meticulously structured into a 50-minute intensive barre followed by 25 minutes of complex center work, specifically designed for the seasoned dancer looking to polish technical precision and artistic expression. The session begins at the barre, where we focus on foundational strength and the nuances of port de bras.

You will work through exercises emphasizing développé, tombé, and pas de bourrée, with a specific focus on the 'heel then toes' transition to ensure stability and grace. Instructor Julie guides you through the 'L-shape' arm placement during tombé, creating that essential illusion of tipping that defines professional-level movement. In the center, the class transitions into dynamic movements, including sustained adagio and continued study of fouettés.

We delve deep into the mechanics of the fouetté, ensuring your alignment remains centered throughout the rotation. You will also practice écarté, focusing on keeping the hips down as you come around and shaping the fingers to extend the line of the body. Throughout the class, we emphasize the importance of épaulement and spinal articulation (vertèbres), ensuring every movement is initiated from a place of strength and awareness.

Key technical points covered include the soft yet strong placement of the arms in allongé, the importance of 'strong armpits' to support port de bras, and the specific placement of the hand during lié. By focusing on these granular details, you will not only improve your physical execution but also develop a more sophisticated, linked quality to your dancing. Whether you are preparing for performance or maintaining a high standard of training, this class offers the professional corrections and encouragement needed to reach the next level of your ballet journey.