What You'll Learn
- Refine alignment and posture through foundational barre exercises like fondu and piqué.
- Develop core stability and strength to support complex movements and balance.
- Improve flexibility and range of motion with grand battement and stretching sequences.
- Master the coordination of breath and movement to enhance control and fluid phrasing.
About This Video
Elevate your daily practice with this comprehensive 1-hour all-level ballet barre class at Broche Ballet. Led by Julie, this session is meticulously designed to help dancers of all backgrounds refine their technique while building the power and control necessary for center work. The class moves through a traditional sequence, starting with gentle warm-ups and progressing into more dynamic movements like piqué, fondu, and grand battement.
Julie emphasizes the vital role of core engagement and proper breathing, ensuring that every movement is supported by a stable center. Throughout the practice, you will focus on maintaining precise alignment of the legs, arms, and shoulders, which is essential for developing professional-grade form and preventing injury. Beyond just physical conditioning, this class highlights the artistry of ballet, encouraging you to use the beautiful accompanying music to inform your phrasing and fluidity.
You will explore movements such as passé and retiré, focusing on the turnout and tracking of the working leg. Whether you are a beginner looking to establish a solid foundation or an experienced dancer seeking to sharpen your precision, Julie provides the feedback and corrections needed to advance your skills. By the end of this barre session, you will feel stronger, more flexible, and better aligned, with a deeper understanding of how to integrate strength training with classical dance aesthetics.
Join Broche Ballet for this invigorating barre practice and take the next step in your dance journey from the comfort of your own home.
