What You'll Learn
- Mastering stability by performing a full barre sequence in the center without external support.
- Refining transitions using tendu and tombé to maintain fluid movement between positions.
- Improving leg height and control in grand battement by resisting the tendency to drop the leg.
- Executing precise pivots and relevés while maintaining parallel shoulders and vertical alignment.
- Enhancing coordination through complex coup de pied and passé combinations with specific timing.
About This Video
Elevate your technique with our Advanced Center Barre class, a comprehensive 40-minute session designed for dancers ready to find their independent balance. At Broche Ballet, we believe that true stability comes from a deep understanding of alignment and core engagement. By removing the physical support of the barre, this class forces you to rely on your internal strength and precise technique.
The lesson follows a traditional progression but is executed entirely in the center. We begin with intricate tendu and dégagé sequences that establish your connection to the floor. These foundational movements serve as transitions between more complex positions, teaching you how to move through space with fluid control.
As the intensity increases, you will tackle grand battement, where the focus shifts to flexibility and resistance. Our instructor emphasizes the importance of a relaxed hip and the lift through the standing side to prevent the torso from collapsing as the leg reaches its peak height. A significant portion of the class is dedicated to mastering the relevé and pivot.
You will learn the mechanics of rotating on a single axis while keeping the shoulders square and the spine elongated. This section is particularly beneficial for dancers working on their pirouettes, as it reinforces the necessary verticality and balance. We also explore coup de pied and passé positions, focusing on the timing and placement required to execute these movements with professional precision.
Throughout the practice, the instructor provides constant feedback on posture and alignment, specifically regarding the arabesque and the transition into tombé. By practicing these combinations without a barre, you develop a more honest sense of where your weight is placed over your toes. This Broche Ballet class is an excellent way to bridge the gap between barre work and center combinations, ensuring that your technique is robust enough to withstand the demands of advanced choreography.
Join us for this rigorous practice and discover the strength of your own center.
