What You'll Learn
- Refine head motion and upper body coordination during complex barre sequences
- Master the momentum required for powerful and controlled grand battements
- Improve the mechanics of en dedans turns by aligning the shoulders and hips
- Learn to maintain a stable axis during fouetté and passé pirouettes
- Understand correct leg transitions from derriere to devant to ensure balance
About This Video
Welcome to an intensive advanced ballet barre session at Broche Ballet, specifically designed to challenge your coordination and technical precision. In this 40-minute practice class, we dive deep into the nuances of upper body integration, focusing on how head motion and specific alignment details can transform your technical execution. This session is perfect for dancers looking to bridge the gap between basic barre work and the complex demands of center combinations.
We begin with a rigorous set of exercises that emphasize the connection between the floor and your core. You will explore the mechanics of the grand battement, learning how to push down into the floor to generate the necessary momentum for high, controlled leg extensions. The class pays special attention to the transition of the leg from the back to the devant, ensuring you maintain a stable pelvis to prevent being pushed off balance during your turns.
A major focus of this tutorial is the execution of advanced turns, including pirouettes and fouetté actions. We break down the mechanics of en dedans turns, teaching you how to drive with the shoulders while simultaneously bringing the hips underneath the body to find a secure axis. You will also learn the value of stopping at à la seconde to regain control during complex rotations.
Whether you are practicing your passé pirouettes or refining your fouetté turns, the instructor provides constant feedback on maintaining proper turnout and alignment for safety and aesthetic grace. Throughout the class, we emphasize that ballet is a continuous flow of energy. Even if you miss a count or a specific grand battement, the goal is to maintain your momentum and regain control.
This mindset is essential for advanced dancers preparing for performance or higher-level variations. By the end of this session, you will have a deeper understanding of how subtle head movements and precise hip placement can elevate your entire ballet practice.
