What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining turnout in arabesque by leading with the heel in rond de jambe
- How to utilize the opposite side of the body to generate momentum and speed during traveling steps
- The mechanics of executing a smooth tombé, pas de bourrée, and soutenu transition
- Strategies for maintaining balance and alignment during center combinations
- Refining the execution of a passé or pirouette within a full movement sequence
About This Video
Welcome to this comprehensive 60-minute ballet session with Julie at Broche Ballet. This class is uniquely structured to provide a deep dive into foundational mechanics while maintaining the flow of a full practice. We begin with a 40-minute barre that emphasizes the technical precision of the rond de jambe.
Julie guides you through the essential mechanics of keeping the heel forward during the circular movement to ensure a perfectly turned-out arabesque. This session also includes a special rond de jambe combination dedicated to lost loved ones, bringing an emotional depth to your physical practice. Throughout the barre, you will refine your plié, piqué, and alignment, setting a strong foundation for the movements to follow.
Transitioning into the 20-minute center portion, the focus shifts to traveling and momentum. You will work on combinations featuring tombé, pas de bourrée, and soutenu. Julie provides expert cues on how to use the left side of the body to generate the speed and balance necessary for traveling across the floor.
Whether you are working on a clean passé or a controlled pirouette, the emphasis remains on body positioning and movement quality. The class concludes with a traditional révérence, allowing you to honor your progress and the art form. This all-level class is designed to help dancers of various backgrounds find more stability in their center work and more grace in their transitions.
By focusing on heel placement and the coordination of the upper body during balancé and tombé sequences, you will develop the strength and awareness needed for more advanced variations. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your technique and find your artistic expression through this thoughtfully curated class.
