What You'll Learn
- Developing explosive power through precise plié and relevé techniques.
- Executing quick fondu actions to increase speed and agility.
- Mastering the grand battement for better height and control in jumps.
- Improving upper body carriage and core alignment for a strong presence.
- Techniques for landing safely and smoothly using transitions like tombé.
About This Video
Welcome to a high-energy session at the Broche Ballet virtual studio. This Men’s Style barre is specifically designed to cultivate the athleticism, power, and speed required for the most demanding aspects of ballet, such as grand allegro and virtuoso turns. While traditionally labeled as a men's class, these exercises are beneficial for any dancer looking to increase their physical presence and stamina on stage.
Throughout this 45-minute practice, we focus on the fundamental building blocks of jump preparation and dynamic movement. We begin with deep, controlled plié exercises to build the necessary spring in the legs. You will work through precise relevé sequences to strengthen the ankles and calves, ensuring you have the stability to push off and land securely.
A key focus of this class is the development of speed. We incorporate quick bending actions in our fondu and tombé combinations, teaching your muscles to react with lightning-fast precision. This translates directly to the agility needed for petit allegro and the transition into larger movements like the grand battement.
By emphasizing the push and lift in every extension, you will learn how to maintain height and control without sacrificing form. Proper alignment and upper body carriage are also central themes. We explore how a strong core and engaged back support the legs, allowing for a higher passé and a more stable sous-sus.
Whether you are working on your first year of training or are an experienced dancer, this barre provides the resistance and repetition needed to take your technique to the next level. Join us at Broche Ballet as we break down these powerful movements. By the end of this session, you will have a better understanding of how to use your breath and core engagement to fuel your dancing, leading to more explosive jumps and confident transitions.
