What You'll Learn
- Proper hip alignment and control during powerful grand battements
- Techniques to maintain turnout and lift during développé movements
- How to keep the upper body lifted and shoulders strong in passé
- Controlled plié mechanics to support steady leg transitions
- Precise footwork for transitions into arabesque and other extensions
About This Video
Welcome to a comprehensive Broche Ballet training session focused on the dynamic power of the grand battement and the technical nuance of turnout. In this 46-minute practice class, we dive deep into the mechanics of leg extensions and hip stability. Whether you are practicing at home or in a studio, understanding how to isolate movement while maintaining a strong, lifted upper body is essential for advancing your ballet technique.
We begin with specific turnout stretches and Pilates-inspired exercises designed to prime the hips and core. This foundation is crucial for executing grand battements without compromising your alignment. Many dancers struggle with "sitting" into the standing hip as the working leg lifts; this class teaches you how to keep the hips back and the body lifted, ensuring your movements are both powerful and graceful.
The curriculum covers essential movements including the plié, passé, and développé. You will learn how to hold your shoulders strong during a passé and maintain steady, controlled legs through every plié. We specifically address the transition from a grand battement en l'air to an arabesque, focusing on the precision of footwork and the height of your extensions.
A key focus of this lesson is the concept of hip control. When lifting the leg in front or to the side, maintaining this alignment prevents the weight from shifting incorrectly, allowing for greater range of motion and better balance. By focusing on these details, you will develop the strength needed for high-impact movements while preserving the delicate artistry of ballet.
Join Broche Ballet for this detailed technical breakdown and elevate your practice. From refining your dégagé to mastering the grand battement, this class provides the tools necessary for serious dancers to achieve their goals. Remember, ballet is as much about the control of what stays still as it is about the beauty of what moves.
