What You'll Learn
- Advanced turnout and alignment techniques for complex barre work.
- Precise execution of grand plié, including proper back and toe placement.
- The coordination of arms and legs during movements like développé and penché.
- Dynamic footwork and speed development through frappé and battement.
- Strategies for maintaining breath control and stamina during long combinations.
About This Video
Ready to take your technique to the next level? This 50-minute Advanced Ballet Barre at Broche Ballet is designed to push your limits with a focus on precision, speed, and artistic flair. Whether you are a seasoned dancer or an ambitious intermediate student, this class offers the 'spice' you need to refine your movement quality. We begin with a thorough warm-up, moving through complex grand pliés that demand deep core engagement and perfect turnout. As we progress through the barre, the exercises become increasingly intricate. You will work on the fluidity of movements like fondu and enveloppé, ensuring every transition is seamless and controlled.
One of the highlights of this session is our focus on the développé, where we emphasize the coordination between the leg and the arm to create a graceful, elongated line. At Broche Ballet, we believe that the barre is the foundation of all great dancing. This session isn't just about repetition; it's about conscious movement. We delve into the mechanics of the grand plié, focusing on the lift of the back and the placement of the toes to prevent rolling. Our stretching segments are integrated throughout the class, allowing you to find extra length immediately after challenging your muscles.
The 'spice' in this class comes from our dynamic frappé and battement sequences. These exercises are designed to build fast-twitch muscle response and foot strength, essential for advanced petit allegro and center work. We also incorporate the elegant penché, challenging your balance and flexibility while maintaining a strong supporting side. Throughout the class, we prioritize proper alignment and hand positioning to ensure every movement is technically sound and aesthetically pleasing. You'll learn how to breathe through the most demanding combinations, maintaining control even as fatigue sets in. We conclude with a series of quick stretches to improve flexibility and a dramatic finish to celebrate your hard work.
