What You'll Learn
- The 'knee-first' technique for smoother and more controlled fondu and développé movements
- How to maintain a tall, lifted posture and proper body alignment during leg extensions
- Proper hip placement and turnout mechanics for side and back positions
- Refining transitions between passé, arabesque, and relevé to improve stability
About This Video
Elevate your dance practice with this comprehensive 40-minute All-level Ballet Barre class at Broche Ballet. This session is meticulously designed to help students of all backgrounds refine their technical precision, strength, and grace. Whether you are an adult beginner or an experienced dancer looking to polish your foundations, this class offers deep insights into the mechanics of classical movement, specifically focusing on the fondu and the développé.
The core philosophy of this lesson revolves around the 'knee-first' principle. Our instructor guides you through the essential sequence of opening the knee before the foot extends, a technique that is vital for achieving the fluid, controlled lines characteristic of professional ballet. Throughout the 40-minute workout, we move through a traditional barre sequence, including plié, tendu, dégagé, and rond de jambe.
The class then intensifies with specific work on fondu, développé, and grand rond de jambe. A recurring theme is the importance of a tall, lifted posture. You will be encouraged to 'lift up to go around,' ensuring that your weight remains centered and does not sink into the standing leg during complex transitions.
This verticality is key to mastering arabesque and maintaining balance during relevé exercises. We also address common alignment challenges, such as hip placement during side and back movements. You will learn how to keep the hip down and the knee properly folded to maximize turnout and range of motion.
By the end of this practice, you will have gained a deeper awareness of your body alignment and the muscle memory necessary for more advanced center work and pirouette rotations. Join Broche Ballet for this focused barre session and discover how small technical adjustments can lead to a significant transformation in your dancing.
