What You'll Learn
- Advanced head coordination techniques to create a more polished and professional dance line.
- A complex frappé combination designed to improve foot speed and rhythmic precision.
- Correct shoulder-to-hip alignment in double plié for achieving higher leg extensions.
- Dynamic grand battement sequences including écarté movements and fast passé transitions.
- Integration of tombé and temps lié into barre-to-center technical transitions.
About This Video
Welcome to a challenging and rewarding session of Advanced Ballet Barre at Broche Ballet. This intensive 47-minute class is specifically crafted for experienced dancers who have moved beyond the basics and are looking to integrate sophisticated artistry with high-level technical execution. Led by our expert instruction, this session dives deep into the nuances that separate good dancing from great performance, focusing heavily on head coordination and a specialized, fast-paced frappé combination.
We begin the session by establishing a strong foundation through traditional barre work, including plié, tendu, and dégagé. However, the complexity increases quickly as we move into fondu patterns. You will work through sequences involving fondu front, double fondu up, and transitions to the side, all while maintaining a stable core and engaged hip flexors.
A key technical highlight of this class is the focus on body positioning during a double plié; by keeping the shoulders behind the hips, you will learn how to create the space necessary for a higher, more effortless leg extension. One of the most exciting segments of this class is the intricate frappé combination. Frappés are essential for developing the lightning-fast footwork required for petit allegro, and this specific combo will challenge your rhythmic precision and muscle memory.
Beyond the feet, we emphasize the use of the head and épaulement. Advanced dancers know that the head must coordinate perfectly with the legs to create a cohesive line, and this class provides the specific corrections needed to master that polished, finished look. As we progress toward the end of the barre, we tackle grand battement.
This is not just about height; it is about control and alignment. You will practice turning away from the barre, executing écarté front movements, and rapid-fire passés. The class concludes with transitions that bridge the gap between the barre and the center, such as écarté back to plié, relevé, and tombé.
Whether you are training for a performance or simply want to push your physical limits, this Broche Ballet class offers the professional guidance necessary to elevate your practice.
