What You'll Learn
- How to execute rond de jambe en l'air with a musical rebound quality
- Techniques for releasing the hip flexors during balançoire and leg swings
- Developing core stability and balance in attitude and passé positions
- Refining musicality and artistic phrasing throughout the barre sequence
- Mastering the control required for smooth fondu and battement transitions
About This Video
This comprehensive 50-minute session from Broche Ballet is designed for the intermediate to advanced dancer looking to refine technical precision and artistic expression. We begin with a rigorous series of exercises at the barre, where the primary focus is on the intricate mechanics of rond de jambe en l'air. You will learn how to execute these movements with a distinct rebound quality, adding a layer of sophisticated musicality to your dancing.
As we progress, we dive deep into the nuances of fondu and battement, emphasizing the importance of a strong, supporting leg and a fluid, controlled working leg. A key highlight of this class is the focus on hip health; the instructor provides specific tips for releasing the hip flexors during leg swings and balançoire sequences. This approach not only helps prevent injury but also allows for a greater range of motion and more expressive movement through positions like attitude and à la seconde.
Throughout the class, you will receive detailed instructional feedback aimed at improving your alignment and balance. We explore how to maintain core stability during challenging passé balances and how to transition smoothly between movements. The session concludes with a focus on patience and the long game of ballet training, reminding students that mastering complex techniques requires consistent, mindful practice.
The instructional style of Broche Ballet ensures that every movement has a purpose. Beyond just the physical execution, we explore the why behind the technique. For instance, in our balançoire exercises, we focus on the pendulous weight of the leg to find freedom in the joint while maintaining a grounded upper body.
Musicality isn't just about staying on the beat; it is about using the music to breathe life into the steps. In this class, you will practice phrasing your rond de jambe to highlight the accents in the music, creating a performance-ready quality even at the barre.
