What You'll Learn
- Mastering the mechanics of a stable plié and fluid port de bras
- Isolating the knee joint for rapid and precise petit battement
- Utilizing floor friction to generate power in battements and pirouettes
- Developing core strength and lats engagement for advanced balance
About This Video
Take your training to the next level with this intensive Advanced Ballet Barre class from Broche Ballet. Designed specifically for seasoned dancers, this 45-minute session dives deep into the nuances of classical technique, focusing on the refined control required for professional-level execution. We begin with foundational exercises like the plié, where the emphasis is placed on maintaining a completely still upper body while finding depth and resistance through the floor.
As we progress, you will explore the intricacies of port de bras, learning to keep the arms relaxed and tension-free to achieve a truly expressive allongé. A key highlight of this class is the focus on petit battement. You will learn how to isolate the knee joint perfectly, ensuring that your movements are crisp and fast without disrupting your alignment.
This precision is essential for developing the speed and agility needed for center work and allegro. Throughout the barre, we emphasize the physical relationship between the dancer and the floor. For movements like battements, we focus on using floor friction to propel the leg, pushing through the toes to generate dynamic power.
This floor-up approach is mirrored in our balance and adagio exercises, where we use the core and the stability of the back—specifically focusing on the engagement under the armpit—to find unwavering strength. The class concludes with preparation for grand pirouettes, using the music and the strength built during the barre to find the perfect turn. Furthermore, the class incorporates specific adagio sequences intended to build sustained strength.
By focusing on the transitions between positions, you will learn how to maintain your turnout and placement during slow, controlled movements. We also touch upon the importance of musicality and timing, ensuring that every movement is synchronized with the rhythm to enhance the overall aesthetic of your dance. This holistic approach ensures that you are truly dancing at the barre.
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