What You'll Learn
- Proper alignment and stability of the supporting knee during a développé to the front.
- The mechanics of en dedans pirouettes, focusing on hip and head coordination.
- Maintaining arm support and eye line during complex positions like écarté.
- Techniques for achieving a sustained and graceful balancing pose at the end of a combination.
About This Video
Welcome to a comprehensive 72-minute practice session with Broche Ballet, designed for dancers of all levels who are ready to deepen their technical foundation. This full-length class guides you through a rigorous sequence of barre exercises and center work, focusing on the precision, alignment, and movement quality required for classical dance. Whether you are practicing from home or a studio, this session provides the professional instruction needed to elevate your dance practice.
We begin at the barre with a focus on fundamental movements, including tendu and fondu. A major technical highlight of this session is mastering the développé. Our instructor provides specific cues on maintaining the stability of the supporting leg, teaching you how to keep the bottom knee from buckling during a développé to the front. By focusing on these small but vital adjustments, you will build the strength and control necessary for higher extensions and more fluid transitions.
As we move into the center, the focus shifts to coordination and turns. You will explore the mechanics of the en dedans pirouette, using visualizations to flip the hips forward and position the head correctly for a successful rotation. We also dive into the complexities of the écarté position, where maintaining the line of the back arm is essential for balance and aesthetic appeal. The instructor emphasizes that the quality of movement is more important than simply completing the steps, encouraging you to follow your eyeline to the corner to truly showcase your artistry.
Throughout the class, Broche Ballet emphasizes the importance of body alignment and positioning. From the initial plié to the final balancing pose, you will learn how to engage your core and maintain your port de bras. The session concludes with a series of controlled balances and clean finishes into a tendu, leaving you feeling centered, stronger, and more connected to your technique. This class is an excellent resource for anyone looking to refine their ballet technique and posture through consistent, guided practice.
