What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining balance and finishing strong in complex combinations
- Proper hip alignment and floor connection during arabesque movements
- How to utilize core engagement to transition smoothly between positions
- Strategies for stretching the standing knee and maintaining lift throughout the barre
- Precision in footwork for piqué, tendu, and battement exercises
About This Video
This intensive one-hour session, featuring 40 minutes of dedicated barre work, is designed for the advanced dancer looking to refine their technique and build professional-level stability. Led by Julie at Broche Ballet, this class moves beyond basic movements to focus on the nuances of execution that define elite artistry. We begin with a comprehensive warm-up through plié and tendu combinations, emphasizing the importance of keeping the body square and maintaining a strong connection to the floor.
As the session progresses, you will tackle more complex exercises including fondu, port de bras, and vigorous battement sequences. A key focus of this practice is transitions; you will learn how to lift tall through the core to move between positions without losing your center. This is particularly vital during the piqué and adagio portions of the class where weight placement is critical.
Julie provides detailed feedback on maintaining proper alignment, such as keeping the hips forward during an arabesque and ensuring the standing knee remains stretched and lifted throughout every extension. You will also work on developing the physical stamina and mental focus needed for longer, more demanding combinations, finishing each sequence with a strong, controlled balance or a secure sous-sus. By the end of this barre practice, you will have a deeper understanding of how to engage your core and legs for maximum control, allowing for more expressive and precise footwork.
We focus heavily on the why behind the movement, ensuring that every reach for the toe and every pull of the kneecap serves to strengthen your overall silhouette. Whether you are preparing for center work, pointework, or simply looking to maintain your technical edge at home, this advanced barre provides the rigor and professional guidance necessary to reach your dance goals. Join the Broche Ballet community and take your training to the next level with this structured and technically demanding class.
