What You'll Learn
- Master Vaganova-style port de bras to enhance upper-body coordination.
- Develop superior balance in center combinations without barre support.
- Understand the mechanics of tombé and cou-de-pied for stable turns.
- Improve core stability and turnout during adagio and promenade exercises.
About This Video
Experience the ultimate test of stability and grace with this Advanced Ballet Center Barre class at Broche Ballet. Designed for dancers who are ready to step away from the physical support of the barre, this session focuses on the intricate relationship between lower-body strength and upper-body fluidity. We utilize the Vaganova method’s distinct port de bras to enhance artistic expression while maintaining rigorous technical standards throughout every movement.
Throughout this comprehensive class, we explore a wide range of center exercises. You will work through detailed plié and tendu sequences before moving into complex fondu and rond de jambe combinations. A significant portion of the class is dedicated to mastering the mechanics of the tombé and using the cou-de-pied position to establish direction and maintain center.
By treating the tombé as a controlled descent rather than a fall, you will find greater stability in your turns and transitions. The lesson also dives into intensive adagio work, emphasizing promenade and sustained passé positions. These movements require intense core engagement and a deep understanding of turnout and alignment.
We will specifically address en dehors and en dedans movements, challenging you to maintain your vertical axis during slow rotations and weight shifts. Our instructor provides detailed feedback on joint mechanics, particularly focusing on the plié as a functional tool for power and cushioning during relevé. Whether you are refining your coupé back or working on a seamless passé up and over, this class offers the professional guidance needed to elevate your technique to a professional standard.
By the end of this session, you will have a better grasp of how to use your breath and alignment to find stability in even the most demanding center combinations. Join us to refine your artistry and build the functional strength required for advanced center work.
