What You'll Learn
- Master the art of the relevé with 53 repetitions woven into standard barre work
- Improve coordination through complex sequences of tombé and grand battement
- Enhance postural control by practicing alignment and moving 'slower than gravity'
- Explore variations in movement, from parallel rises to classical relevé passé
About This Video
Welcome to a special edition of our all-level ballet barre class at Broche Ballet! Today, we aren't just practicing our technique; we are celebrating a wonderful milestone. ' Throughout this 38-minute session, we weave 53 relevés into our traditional barre sequences, providing a challenging yet festive workout that builds calf strength and ankle stability.
The class begins with fundamental barre exercises, including a focus on the plié and tendu to warm up the muscles and establish a connection with the floor. As we progress, you will engage in more complex movements such as tombé, cambré, and allongé. Our instructor provides detailed guidance on maintaining proper alignment, emphasizing that the head, shoulders, and hips must remain in a vertical line to achieve true stability.
One of the key takeaways from this session is the concept of 'calm down slower than gravity,' encouraging dancers to find control and resistance in their descents rather than simply dropping out of a position. A highlight of the class is the grand battement series. You will be guided through different options to suit your current level, whether you choose to work toward the barre, perform rises in parallel, or challenge yourself with a relevé passé.
This versatility makes the class accessible for everyone while still offering a rigorous path for more experienced dancers. We focus heavily on the 'fast foot' technique—ensuring you are using the floor to create energy that travels through the entire body. The celebration culminates in a final sequence of 16 grand battements, a true test of the endurance we've built throughout the session.
Whether you are here for the technical refinement of your relevé or simply to enjoy the community spirit of a Broche Ballet birthday, this class offers a perfect blend of discipline and joy. We conclude with a traditional bow to honor the art form and our fellow dancers.
