What You'll Learn
- Deep core engagement techniques using the transverse abdominis for stability
- Proper standing hip alignment to resist the force of leg movements
- Specific shoulder blade and armpit placement during plié en croix
- Techniques for maintaining vertical alignment during grand battement
About This Video
Welcome to a comprehensive, all-level technical session at Broche Ballet. In this "Nitty Gritty" Ballet Barre class, we move beyond simple choreography to focus on the deep mechanics of movement. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced dancer, refining your technical foundation is the primary key to unlocking higher levels of control, strength, and grace.
This class is designed to help you understand the physics of your own body as it moves through space, ensuring that every movement is intentional and supported. This 41-minute practice focuses heavily on the "how" behind common movements. We begin with a deep dive into core engagement, specifically targeting the transverse abdominis to support the spine.
You will learn how to maintain a strong, quiet center during demanding exercises like grand battement and tendu. A major focus of this class is learning how to resist the momentum of your working leg. By consciously pulling the standing hip back and down, you ensure your alignment remains vertical and stable, even when executing high-energy movements or reaching for a high arabesque.
Throughout the lesson, we cover essential exercises including plié en croix, tendu, and grand battement. The instructor provides detailed, real-time corrections regarding the placement of the armpit and shoulder blades. You will learn how to pull down on the standing shoulder blade during grand battement to prevent the torso from shifting or shortening, a common challenge for many dancers.
This focus on the upper body ensures that your barre work translates effectively to center practice later on. By focusing on these "nitty gritty" details, you will significantly improve your balance and help prevent common dance-related injuries. Our goal at Broche Ballet is to provide you with the technical tools needed to feel confident and powerful in every movement.
This class is an excellent choice for those who want to slow down and ensure every battement and plié is performed with maximum efficiency and correct anatomical alignment. Join us at the barre to strengthen your technique from the inside out and find a new level of precision in your dance practice.
