What You'll Learn
- How to maintain a stable upper body by engaging the core and ribs
- Proper alignment of the pinky toe and kneecap during fondu transitions
- Techniques for anchoring the barre-side shoulder to allow for free movement
- Strategies for executing rond de jambe with precision and control
- The role of the quadriceps in bending and straightening with proper turnout
About This Video
Refine your foundation with this comprehensive 40-minute barre session from Broche Ballet. While this class is accessible for all levels, it takes a deep dive into the technical nuances that elevate a simple exercise into a professional-grade movement. We begin with a focus on body alignment and posture, ensuring your skeletal structure is prepared to support more complex transitions. The session progresses through essential movements, including plié and tendu, with a specific emphasis on bending and straightening exercises that target the quadriceps correctly without over-gripping the kneecaps.
A significant portion of this class is dedicated to the relationship between the upper body and the core. You will learn how to keep the upper body 'attached' to the core, preventing the ribs from flaring and maintaining a strong anchor on the barre side. The instructor provides detailed cues on lowering the shoulder on the barre side to allow the working side to dance freely. This opposition is crucial for balance and grace, especially during movements like rond de jambe and the transition into fondu.
Speaking of fondu, this class focuses on the 'melting' quality of the movement. You will practice maintaining alignment in the hips and legs during these bending actions, ensuring the pinky toe stays back and the turnout is supported from the hip. By the time you reach the final exercises at the barre, you will have a better understanding of how to maintain a strong, stable posture while performing adagio-style movements with control and precision. Whether you are a beginner looking to understand the mechanics of a rond de jambe en croix or an advanced student wanting to clean up your technique, this class offers the detailed instruction necessary to progress in your ballet journey.
