What You'll Learn
- Execute a grand battement with proper tempo, power, and pelvic control
- Refine head coordination and port de bras during complex speed combinations
- Maintain proper turnout and knee alignment in fondu and plié movements
- Develop faster transitions between exercises to improve stamina and flow
- Master the technical precision of tendu articulation at a brisk pace
About This Video
Are you looking for a ballet barre session that challenges your muscle memory and cardiovascular endurance? Welcome to the Advanced Ballet Speed Barre at Broche Ballet. This class is specifically designed for the intermediate to advanced dancer who already knows the vocabulary and is ready to get moving.
In this 40-minute practice, we trade long explanations for continuous flow, allowing you to find your rhythm and deepen your connection to the music. Throughout the class, we move through a comprehensive series of exercises designed to warm up the entire body while refining technical precision. We begin with a traditional plié sequence, focusing on keeping the heels grounded and the spine elongated.
From there, the tempo picks up with tendu and dégagé work, emphasizing the articulation of the foot and the clarity of the closing positions. One of the highlights of this speed barre format is the focus on transitions. By moving quickly between exercises like fondu and rond de jambe en dehors, you will learn to maintain your turnout and core stability even as fatigue sets in.
We pay special attention to the mechanics of the grand battement, ensuring that the leg is thrown with power while the standing side remains rock-solid. You will also work on the intricacies of the fouetté and various turns at the barre, perfecting your preparation and alignment. Beyond the physical conditioning, this class emphasizes the artistry of ballet.
We focus on head coordination and port de bras, ensuring that even at a faster pace, your movements remain graceful and expressive. The session concludes with a thorough stretching sequence to improve flexibility and aid in recovery. Join us for this high-energy practice; it is the perfect way to fit a full ballet workout into a busy schedule while maintaining the high standards of technique that Broche Ballet is known for.
Get ready to sweat, dance, and refine your craft.
