What You'll Learn
- Master the mechanics of the grand battement with varied arm positions.
- Improve core stability and flat-back alignment in grand plié.
- Develop fluid upper-body coordination during balançoire and cambré.
- Enhance turnout and pelvic stability across all-level barre exercises.
- Practice quick transitions to build agility and technical precision.
About This Video
Step up to the barre for this comprehensive 47-minute all-level ballet barre class from Broche Ballet. This practice session is meticulously designed to help dancers of various skill levels deepen their technical foundation while challenging their control and overall dance quality. Whether you are refining your basics or looking for a structured daily practice from home, this class offers the expert guidance needed to improve your posture and alignment.
The session follows a classical structure, beginning with exercises that prioritize turnout and pelvis alignment. You will move through foundational movements such as the grand plié and tendu, where the instructor emphasizes maintaining a flat back and a deeply engaged core. This focus on the center is vital for the more demanding combinations later in the class, such as grand battement and balançoire.
In the grand battement sequences, you will focus on differentiating arm positions across front, side, and back movements, ensuring your upper body remains steady and strong. Artistry and fluidity are woven throughout the technical work. During the cambré and balançoire exercises, you will learn how to use your head and arms to counterbalance the legs, creating a sense of effortless motion.
The instructor provides constant corrections on body positioning, encouraging you to maintain turnout even during quick transitions and swinging motions. We also incorporate the sous-sus to test your balance and verticality. By integrating these classical dance techniques into your regular routine, you will see a marked improvement in your fluidity and strength.
This Broche Ballet practice doesn't just focus on the legs; it addresses the entire body, from the tip of the head to the alignment of the feet. Join us to refine your technique, master the swing of the balançoire, and leave the barre feeling more poised and prepared for center work.
