What You'll Learn
- Integrate refined épaulement into standard barre combinations for enhanced artistry
- Build superior ankle strength and balance through targeted demi-pointe exercises
- Master the transition of weight and alignment during complex movements like penché and posé
- Develop a deeper sense of musicality and coordination in port de bras and allongés
About This Video
Welcome to a transformative technical session at Broche Ballet. This advanced ballet barre class is specifically designed for dancers who want to push past the basics and find the nuance in their movement. We focus heavily on the concept of épaulement—the 'shouldering' that brings a professional polish to every combination.
Throughout this 53-minute session, you will be guided through a series of exercises that challenge your alignment, balance, and artistic expression. The class begins with essential warm-up movements, emphasizing the importance of loosening the muscles and increasing your range of motion before tackling more demanding work. From there, we move into detailed plié combinations, focusing on the fluidity of movement through the legs and the coordination of the upper body.
We pay close attention to the placement of the head and the extension through the fingertips in every port de bras. As the barre progresses, we delve into more complex sequences involving tendus and dégagés, where speed and precision are paramount. You will work on maintaining a stable core and turnout while executing intricate transitions through passé and posé.
A significant portion of the class is dedicated to demi-pointe work, helping you build the strength and stability required for center work and eventually pointe work. We also explore the grace of the penché and the extension of the allongé, ensuring that your lines are long and your transitions are seamless. Our instructor provides detailed corrections and feedback throughout, similar to what you would receive in a live studio setting.
By the time we move toward the final center exercises, you will feel more grounded, more controlled, and more connected to the classical ballet aesthetic. Whether you are training for a performance or simply looking to maintain your high level of technique, this class offers the professional structure needed to excel.
