What You'll Learn
- How to maintain proper alignment and shoulder engagement for a professional line
- Techniques for finding stability in passé and arabesque balances using visualizations
- Coordinating breath with movement, especially during cambré back for better extension
- The mechanics of center transitions including tombé, piqué, and pirouette preparation
- Utilizing Pilates-inspired core engagement to improve balance and stability
About This Video
Elevate your practice with this comprehensive All-Level Ballet Barre class at Broche Ballet. This session is meticulously designed to provide adult dancers of all backgrounds with a robust technical foundation while introducing more nuanced artistic elements. We believe that professional-level instruction should be accessible, and this class delivers exactly that by focusing on the mechanics of movement and the "why" behind every position.
The session begins with a detailed barre sequence. Here, we prioritize alignment and posture, emphasizing the importance of keeping the back straight and the shoulder blades integrated. You will engage in traditional exercises with a special focus on core engagement and turnout.
Throughout the barre work, we practice finding our balance in passé and relevé, using visualizations like "the wall" to help maintain a steady center. As we progress into the center floor, the class challenges your coordination and spatial awareness. We work through combinations involving tombé, piqué, and arabesque, focusing on the fluid transitions between these shapes.
You will learn the importance of breath—specifically how a well-timed breath during a cambré back can improve your control and allow for a deeper extension. We also break down the mechanics of the pirouette, focusing on the preparation and the reach of the arms to find a secure, lifted position. Whether you are refining your penché or working on the precision of a double piqué, this 48-minute class offers the repetitive practice and expert corrections needed to see real progress.
Join us at Broche Ballet to discover how small adjustments in your posture and a focus on movement quality can transform your dancing. This all-level approach ensures that whether you are a beginner or a seasoned dancer, you will find value and challenge in every exercise.
