What You'll Learn
- How to maintain a tall spine and square hips during fondu and développé
- Coordination and timing for complex leg movements and attitude swings
- Techniques for achieving greater extension and fluid movement at the barre
- Understanding different musical counts and rhythms for ballet choreography
About This Video
Welcome to an enriching 42-minute practice session designed for dancers of every stage. This all-level ballet barre class at Broche Ballet is meticulously crafted to help you refine your technique while building the strength and coordination necessary for more advanced work. Whether you are returning to the barre after a break or looking to deepen your understanding of fundamental mechanics, this class offers the perfect blend of challenge and guidance.
The session begins with essential warm-up exercises including plié and tendu, establishing a solid foundation for the more complex movements to follow. As we progress, you will work through battement and fondu sequences that demand precise alignment and control. A major focus of this class is the concept of "melting" into your fondu while maintaining a tall, lifted spine.
The instructor provides constant feedback, helping you avoid common pitfalls like tilting the hips or losing your center of gravity. One of the highlights of this practice is the exploration of développé and attitude swings. You will learn how to coordinate the movement of your legs with your breath and upper body, ensuring that every extension is fluid and expressive.
By keeping your hips square and your spine long during these developing movements, you will find greater stability and height in your extensions. Beyond just the physical steps, this class emphasizes musicality and rhythm. You will work with different counts and patterns, helping you internalize the timing required for professional-level execution.
This focus on coordination and timing prepares you for the transition from the barre to center exercises. At Broche Ballet, we believe that the barre is the heart of a dancer's training. By focusing on proper technique and execution over overly complicated choreography, this class empowers you to move with confidence and grace.
Join us today and elevate your ballet practice from the comfort of your home.
