What You'll Learn
- Master the mechanics of fondu and tombé with a focus on heel placement and hip alignment.
- Improve core engagement and spinal control during grand battement and brushing movements.
- Refine piqué and développé technique for greater precision and leg height.
- Apply professional tips to maintain a vertical spine and centered posture throughout complex combinations.
- Incorporate targeted stretches for the quads and hip flexors to enhance overall flexibility.
About This Video
Welcome to a comprehensive 49-minute Ballet barre class at Broche Ballet, designed to bridge the gap between foundational movements and more complex dance sequences. This session is perfect for adult learners who are ready to move beyond the basics and focus on the nuanced technical details that make ballet both beautiful and efficient. Throughout this practice, we emphasize the importance of maintaining a vertical spine and an engaged core, which are essential for every movement from the first plié to the final grand battement.
Our instructor guides you through a rigorous barre sequence that includes fondu, rond de jambe, and piqué exercises. A major focus of this class is the mechanics of the tombé; you will learn how to keep the heel under the body when pushing off, ensuring you maintain balance and control during shifts of weight. We also dive deep into the fondu, teaching you how to keep the hip down and avoid 'picking up' the heel, which is a common technical pitfall.
These small adjustments lead to significantly more stability and grace in your dancing. In addition to the standard barre work, this lesson incorporates specific movements like attitude front and développé to improve your active flexibility and leg height. We also include targeted stretches for the quads and hip flexors to ensure your body feels open and ready for more advanced work.
Whether you are looking to refine your piqué technique or want to master the coordination of a rond de jambe, this class provides the professional tips and detailed instruction necessary to elevate your practice. Join us at the barre and discover how precision in the small details can transform your entire ballet technique.
