What You'll Learn
- Master the mechanics of a controlled fondu and dynamic grand battement.
- Improve your balance and stability through active core and pelvic floor engagement.
- Refine your passé placement to build a strong foundation for successful pirouettes.
- Coordinate your port de bras with leg movements for better flow and artistic expression.
- Transition effectively from barre work to center combinations including turns.
About This Video
Welcome to a comprehensive all-level ballet class designed to refine your technique and build strength through classic barre and center work. At Broche Ballet, we believe that every dancer, regardless of their level, benefits from returning to the fundamentals of alignment, core engagement, and fluid movement. This 41-minute session is structured to challenge your control while allowing you to express the artistry of dance.
The class begins at the barre, where we focus on foundational movements. You will work through essential exercises including fondu, focusing on that "melting" quality that builds leg strength and stability. We also dive into grand battement, emphasizing power and precision without sacrificing your posture.
The instructor provides detailed cues on maintaining a tall upper body while the lower body executes dynamic movements like the quick battement. You will learn how to properly engage your pelvic floor and core muscles, which are crucial for maintaining balance in more complex sequences. A significant portion of the class is dedicated to transitional steps like the passé and développé.
Understanding the mechanics of the passé is vital for preparing for turns, and we ensure you have the correct placement before moving into the center. Speaking of turns, the session concludes with a pirouette combination that integrates everything you have practiced at the barre. You will learn how to coordinate your port de bras with your footwork to achieve a graceful and controlled rotation.
Throughout the class, the emphasis remains on the "why" behind the movement. You are not just following steps; you are learning the biomechanics of ballet. Whether you are practicing your arabesque or working on the sharp accent of a quick battement, this class offers the feedback and structure you need to progress.
Join us at the barre and elevate your ballet practice with Broche Ballet’s expert guidance.
