What You'll Learn
- Techniques for engaging the back muscles to support a stable and high penché
- How to utilize cambré movements to increase spinal flexibility and control
- Integrating fondu exercises to build the core strength needed for advanced leg extensions
- The role of pelvic alignment in achieving a stronger, more aesthetic attitude back
- Effective twisting exercises to release back tension and improve your functional range of motion
About This Video
Welcome to an intensive Advanced Ballet Barre session with Broche Ballet, specifically designed to help you unlock a higher, more supported attitude back and a controlled penché. This 41-minute class focuses on the anatomical mechanics of the back and pelvis that allow for graceful, powerful movement. We begin with a thorough warm-up to prepare the joints and muscles, moving quickly into complex tendu and dégagé combinations that challenge your stability and precision.
A primary focus of this session is the relationship between the fondu and the back. By mastering the melting quality of a proper fondu, you create the grounded strength necessary to transition into high extensions and sustained poses. We explore how to engage the deep back muscles to support the torso during a penché, ensuring that the movement comes from a place of active strength rather than passive flexibility.
The class dives deep into the cambré and its role in preparing the spine for arabesque and attitude positions. You will learn why maintaining an arch in the upper back—rather than collapsing in the lower back—is the key to a professional-looking line. We also address common pitfalls in pelvic alignment that can hinder your range of motion or lead to injury.
To wrap up the technical work, we incorporate specific twisting and stretching exercises. Unlike simple forward folds, these targeted twists are designed to release the tension that often builds up during intensive back work. Whether you are working toward your next performance or are a dedicated enthusiast looking to improve your lines, this barre offers the technical corrections and feedback needed to take your dancing to the next level.
Join us at Broche Ballet and transform your upper body technique with our expert guidance.
