What You'll Learn
- Technical mechanics for a powerful and precise rond de jambe jeté
- Strategies for maintaining balance and alignment during promenades and attitudes
- Refining transitions like the tombé and pas de bourrée for fluid center work
- Building explosive power and coordination for the grand jeté
- Technical breakdown of développé fondu to improve extension and control
About This Video
Welcome to an intensive session at Broche Ballet, specifically designed for the advanced dancer looking to refine technical precision and movement quality. This 49-minute Advanced Ballet Barre and Center class provides a rigorous exploration of classical technique, with a special emphasis on the mechanics and execution of the rond de jambe jeté. The class begins with a structured barre sequence that emphasizes correct alignment and the activation of turnout.
Through a series of plié and relevé exercises, we establish the foundation for the more complex movements to follow. As we move into the rond de jambe section, the instructor provides a detailed breakdown of the jeté action, focusing on the dynamic brush of the foot and the precise circular path of the working leg. This preparation is essential for achieving the height and control necessary for advanced work.
In the center, the focus shifts to balance and fluid transitions. You will practice sustained promenades and challenging attitude positions, where maintaining a lifted core and strong supporting leg is paramount. The class incorporates intricate footwork including the pas de bourrée and tombé, teaching you how to move through space with efficiency and grace.
Particular attention is given to the développé fondu and développé straight leg exercises, ensuring that extensions are both powerful and controlled. To conclude, the session moves into grand allegro, where we apply the strength built at the barre to expansive movements like the grand jeté. The instructor emphasizes using the entire body to generate momentum while maintaining the elegant lines characteristic of Broche Ballet training.
Whether you are working on the elevation of your jumps or the consistency of your pirouettes, this class offers the high-level corrections needed to elevate your artistry. This comprehensive practice ensures that every movement, from a simple demi-plié to a complex jumping sequence, is executed with professional-level awareness and poise.
