What You'll Learn
- Refine your grand battement and développé technique for better leg extension
- Enhance upper body coordination with expressive port de bras and allongé
- Improve core stability and proper hip alignment during fast-paced sequences
- Master intricate footwork and transitions using passé and enveloppé movements
About This Video
Welcome to this invigorating 46-minute all-level ballet barre class at Broche Ballet, led by instructor Phyllis. This session is specifically designed for dancers who crave a fast-paced, high-energy environment that does not compromise on technical precision. Whether you are just starting your ballet journey or are a seasoned dancer looking for a brisk and effective warm-up, this class provides a comprehensive workout to enhance your strength, flexibility, and artistry.
The session begins with the fundamental building blocks of ballet, focusing on deep pliés and articulate tendus. As the tempo increases, Phyllis guides you through a rigorous series of exercises. A primary focus of this class is the grand battement, where you will work on explosive power while maintaining a stable torso and closed ribs.
Phyllis provides constant reminders regarding alignment, specifically encouraging dancers to keep their hips forward and their heads back to create a professional, lengthened line. Artistry is just as important as athleticism in this class. You will spend significant time working on port de bras and allongé, learning how to move the arms fluidly from the back rather than just the shoulders.
Exercises involving passé, attitude, and développé challenge your balance and control, requiring a strong engagement of the core and rotators for maximum turnout. The inclusion of enveloppé movements adds a layer of complexity to the footwork, helping to build the coordination necessary for center work. Throughout the video, the emphasis remains on clean transitions and maintaining a consistent tempo.
This session is perfect for those who want to feel the physical benefits of a traditional barre while experiencing the grace of dance movement. By the end of this practice, you will have a better grasp of proper alignment and a more refined sense of coordination. Join us at Broche Ballet and bring the studio experience into your home with this dynamic practice.
