What You'll Learn
- Mastering continuous movement and timing in pliés for fluid transitions
- Finding and sustaining turnout from the back of the hip during complex sequences
- Establishing rock-solid balance in second position and su-sous
- Refining upper body carriage and controlled port de bras
- Technical precision in advanced barre work including fondu and développé
About This Video
Take your ballet training to the next level with this comprehensive 43-minute advanced ballet barre session. Designed for experienced dancers, this class dives deep into the nuances of classical technique, focusing on the refined control required for professional-level execution. At Broche Ballet, we believe that the barre is the foundation of all great dancing, and this session is specifically crafted to challenge your strength, stability, and artistry from the comfort of your home studio.
Throughout this practice, our instructor guides you through a rigorous sequence of exercises including complex dégagé combinations and demanding fondu work. You will learn the importance of maintaining continuous movement in the working leg, ensuring that your transitions are as expressive as the positions themselves. We place a heavy emphasis on timing, particularly when executing a plié; you'll learn to initiate the bend before reaching the peak of your leg's movement to achieve a more fluid, elastic quality in your dance. This subtle shift in timing is what separates intermediate students from advanced performers.
One of the core technical pillars of this class is finding and maintaining turnout from the back of the hip. This focus is essential for executing movements like grand rond de jambe and enveloppé with precision and safety. We also address the specific challenge of establishing perfect balance in second position, a critical skill for successful pirouettes and center work. Your core engagement and upper body carriage are monitored throughout, with specific cues on how to bring the arms up and down in a controlled, graceful manner. Whether you are working towards pointe work or simply looking to sharpen your alignment and su-sous, this advanced class provides the expert feedback and detailed corrections necessary for technical growth.
