What You'll Learn
- The mechanics of a stable développé front using glute engagement.
- Techniques for proper weight transfer and alignment using the head and navel.
- How to execute a fluid cambré by initiating movement from the hip.
- Strategies for maintaining balance in extended arabesque and adagio sequences.
- The importance of back leg engagement for counter-balancing forward extensions.
About This Video
Elevate your practice with this Broche Ballet advanced center class, specifically designed to challenge your stability and artistic control. This session dives deep into the intricate mechanics of adagio work, focusing on the intersection of strength and grace required for high-level execution. Dancers will explore the nuances of the développé front, learning how to initiate the movement by pushing from underneath the glute to achieve height without sacrificing alignment.
Central to this lesson is the concept of weight transfer and spatial awareness. The instructor emphasizes the importance of tracking your head and belly button to maintain a solid center of gravity. By understanding how to shift your weight onto the supporting leg—whether transitioning into a sous-sus or a soutenu—you will gain the confidence to perform complex combinations without losing your balance. We also break down the mechanics of the cambré, teaching you to push from the hip and use the arms to create a fluid, expressive finish.
Throughout the class, you will practice a challenging balancing combo that requires active engagement of the back leg to counter-balance movements in arabesque. The instructor provides constant feedback on body awareness, helping you to move from your core and hips rather than just using your legs. This focus on functional movement patterns ensures that your adagio work remains both powerful and weightless. Whether you are looking to refine your technique for a performance or simply want to push your boundaries in the studio, this class offers the professional guidance needed to reach the next level. Join us at Broche Ballet to find your center, master your extensions, and bring a new level of sophistication to your dancing through dedicated practice and repetition.
