What You'll Learn
- Mastering complex coordination in fast-paced frappé combinations
- Refining the controlled 'melting' quality of a proper fondu
- Maintaining alignment and stability during sustained développé sequences
- Developing musicality and tempo control through varied counts
- Improving balance and strength while working on demi-pointe
About This Video
Elevate your daily practice with this 46-minute Advanced Ballet Barre, designed specifically for intermediate to advanced dancers seeking to refine their precision and strength. Led by an expert instructor at Broche Ballet, this comprehensive class moves beyond the basics to explore complex coordination and stamina-building sequences. We begin with a traditional yet rigorous set of exercises, including plié, tendu, and dégagé, focusing intensely on proper posture and pelvic alignment.
As the barre progresses, the difficulty increases with intricate rond de jambe and cambré movements that demand both flexibility and stability. A significant portion of this class is dedicated to mastering the fondu and développé. These movements require exceptional control and a 'melting' quality that only comes with focused practice.
The instructor provides real-time feedback and corrections, emphasizing the importance of staying engaged through long, demanding sequences. The highlight of the session is the 'wild frappé' combination. This exercise is designed to challenge your speed, accuracy, and mental focus, requiring you to maintain a sharp coup-de-pied and strike the floor with precision while keeping up with a brisk tempo.
Throughout the lesson, you will be encouraged to listen closely to the music, allowing the phrasing to guide your movements on demi-pointe. We also emphasize the importance of transitions—how you move through passé and retiré to reach your final position with grace. Whether you are working on your turnout or your balance, this barre provides the physical conditioning and warm-up routine necessary for advanced dance mastery.
Remember to stay hydrated and stay focused on your personal growth as you move through these challenging steps. By the end of this 46-minute session, you will have improved your muscle memory, cardiovascular endurance, and technical execution, leaving you better prepared for center work or pointe exercises. Join Broche Ballet for this high-level training experience and take the next step in your dance journey.
