What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining balance and core engagement during complex center barre sequences.
- How to execute precise petit battement and rond de jambe with a focus on leg extension and straightness.
- The structural differences between linear and circular leg paths in advanced transitions.
- Strategies for achieving smooth promenade and arabesque stability without the support of a barre.
- Improving musicality and control in both petit and grand allegro combinations.
About This Video
Welcome to a challenging 41-minute Advanced Center Barre class designed to push your stability and technical precision. At Broche Ballet, we believe that taking traditional barre exercises into the center is one of the most effective ways to build the core strength and proprioception necessary for professional-level center work and allegro. This session focuses on maintaining impeccable technique while navigating complex sequences of plié, tendu, and rond de jambe without the physical support of the barre.
The class begins with a comprehensive center barre routine that mirrors a traditional setup but requires significantly more engagement of the supporting side. You will work through dégagé and écarté movements that demand perfect alignment and musicality. We pay special attention to the nuance of movement, emphasizing the difference between linear paths and circular motions during rond de jambe and petit développé. This distinction is vital for developing the sophisticated articulation expected in advanced ballet.
One of the key focuses of this class is the precision of the footwork. We focus on ensuring that movements like petit battement show a clear position off the floor before returning to a closed position. We also explore the transitions between passé, promenade, and arabesque, focusing on the smoothness and control required for professional performance. By removing the crutch of the barre, you will discover where your true balance lies and how to find more freedom in your upper body while keeping your legs energized and straight.
Whether you are preparing for a performance or simply looking to level up your home practice, this class provides the professional corrections and technical insights needed to excel. Finish the session with petit allegro and grand allegro to apply your newfound stability to dynamic movement. Join us as we refine the details that transform a good dancer into a great one.
