What You'll Learn
- Master complex double plié and pas de bourrée stepping patterns for improved coordination.
- Refine your fondu technique using a precise fifth-fourth-fifth positioning for better control.
- Improve balance and stability through sustained retiré and knee-lifting exercises.
- Enhance hip flexibility with a structured eight-count barre stretch and swing routine.
- Develop professional alignment by optimizing shoulder blade placement and core engagement.
About This Video
Welcome to an intensive session of Advanced Ballet at the Barre with Broche Ballet. This 43-minute class is designed for the experienced dancer who wishes to deepen their technical foundation and prepare their body for the rigors of center work and allegro. Throughout the class, we focus on the intricate details that separate intermediate practice from advanced mastery, focusing on alignment, weight distribution, and fluidity.
We begin with a focus on precision, starting with a sophisticated double plié sequence. You will explore a back-side-front pattern that challenges your coordination and spatial awareness. The instructor emphasizes proper weight distribution during these shifts, ensuring that every movement is grounded yet fluid. As we move into more complex footwork, you will practice the pas de bourrée with a specific focus on the technique of stepping forward and then slightly to the side, which prevents the common mistake of over-reaching and losing the center of gravity.
A significant portion of this class is dedicated to the fondu. Using a specific fifth-fourth-fifth pattern, you will build the strength and control necessary for "melting" movements. We also explore the concept of stability—lifting and holding the knee in a secure retiré position—to improve balance and core engagement. Throughout the barre exercises, including ronds de jambe, the instructor provides constant reminders regarding alignment, such as keeping the shoulder blades together and maintaining a strong upper body during cambré movements.
Finally, the session concludes with a comprehensive series of barre stretches. This eight-count routine is designed to swing the hip and release tension, allowing for a greater range of motion. By the end of this Broche Ballet practice, you will feel longer, stronger, and more connected to your technique, ready to tackle any challenge in the center.
