What You'll Learn
- How to utilize the "pendulum swing" for powerful and controlled grand battements
- Techniques for engaging the back muscles to support high extensions and arabesques
- The relationship between breath, relaxation, and fluid movement transitions
- Anatomical cues for connecting the core to the feet to improve balance and stability
About This Video
This all-level ballet barre class at Broche Ballet is designed to deepen your understanding of classical technique through a focus on anatomical precision and fluid movement. Whether you are a beginner looking to solidify your foundation or an advanced dancer refining your artistry, this session provides the detailed feedback and corrections necessary for growth. We begin with foundational movements like the plié and tendu, emphasizing the importance of grounding and core engagement to create a stable base for more complex work.
Throughout the class, you will explore the vital connection between different body parts, such as the "belly button to big toe" alignment that facilitates better control during a double battement. Our instructor guides you through a series of exercises including fondu, développé, and grand battement, with a specific emphasis on the role of the ribcage and back muscles. You will learn how to engage the back to support your arabesque and extensions, preventing injury while achieving a longer line.
A key highlight of this practice is the exploration of the "pendulum swing" in the grand battement, teaching you to use the weight of the leg and the power of the hip flexors for effortless height. By integrating breathing and relaxation techniques, you will find a more fluid connection between contractions and extensions. Visualization exercises are also incorporated to help you conceptualize the space around you, leading to improved balance and performance quality.
Join us at the barre to strengthen your core, increase your flexibility, and master the art of balletic movement.
