What You'll Learn
- The mechanics of the fouetté movement and changing body direction in relation to the leg.
- How to execute a full soutenu turn using specific oblique engagement for rotation.
- Proper alignment in écarté by pulling both shoulders back equally to maintain a square profile.
- Techniques for maintaining long, even lines in port de bras and allongé positions.
- Building functional strength for advanced adagio, balance, and complex barre combinations.
About This Video
Welcome to a high-level training session designed for dancers looking to refine the intricacies of their technique. This Advanced Ballet Barre class at Broche Ballet dives deep into the mechanics of movement, focusing particularly on the transition into a full soutenu turn and the complex physics of the fouetté. Rather than simply going through the motions, this session challenges you to understand the "why" behind every movement, from the initial plié to the final arabesque.
We begin with a comprehensive barre sequence that emphasizes core stability and shoulder placement. You will work through detailed fondu and adagio combinations designed to build the functional strength required for controlled balances and fluid port de bras. Throughout the class, we pay special attention to allongé lines, ensuring that your arms remain long and energized without sacrificing the width of the shoulder blades.
One of the core focuses of this lesson is the fouetté action at the barre. You will learn how to change your body direction in relation to the working leg, creating a more dynamic and stable turn. We also break down the soutenu, emphasizing the oblique action needed to initiate a clean rotation.
These technical nuances are essential for transitioning from barre work to center combinations with confidence. Additionally, we explore the écarté position, focusing on pulling both shoulders back equally to maintain a flat, square profile. Whether you are working on your pas de bourrée or a complex tombé sequence, this class provides the professional feedback and corrections needed to elevate your artistry.
By the end of this session, you will have a clearer understanding of how to engage your triceps, widen your stance, and utilize your core to achieve a more professional ballet line. Join us at Broche Ballet as we continue to push the boundaries of your technical excellence.
