Advanced Ballet Class: Spicy Barre and Tricky Center Work with Julie

Elevate your practice with this comprehensive advanced ballet class led by Julie at Broche Ballet. This session is designed for the dancer who is ready to push their technical boundaries and explore the nuances of professional-level movement. With a total duration of 75 minutes, the class is meticulously structured to provide both a rigorous physical workout and a deep dive into complex choreography.

The class begins with an intensive 55-minute "spicy" barre. This isn't just a warm-up; it is a dedicated study of alignment and strength. You will work through traditional exercises—from pliés and tendus to relevés and grand battements—with an added layer of complexity that challenges your stability and muscle engagement.

Julie’s guidance ensures that you maintain proper posture and quality of movement, even as the tempo picks up and the combinations become more intricate. Transitioning into the 20-minute center portion, the focus shifts to agility and artistry. You will tackle tricky tendu sequences that require quick footwork and precise weight transfers.

The center work also features challenging pirouette preparations and executions, helping you find your center and improve your rotation. To balance the technical rigor, Julie introduces an engaging adagio section. Here, you will practice développés and port de bras, focusing on extending through the movement and maintaining fluid lines.

Throughout the class, emphasis is placed on the transitions—using glissades, pas de bourrées, and soutenus to connect steps into a seamless dance. Whether you are working on your chassé or refining an arabesque, this class provides the tools to enhance your performance and stage presence. Join our community at Broche Ballet and take your technique to the next level with Julie's expert instruction.