What You'll Learn
- Refine posture and alignment during complex plié and fondu sequences.
- Understand the role of hip flexors in achieving higher extensions and fluid port de bras.
- Improve elevation in grand jetés by mastering the 'climbing the hill' technique.
- Enhance core stability to maintain balance during fast-paced center combinations.
About This Video
Welcome to an invigorating 41-minute intermediate ballet session designed to refine your technique while challenging your coordination. This class at Broche Ballet focuses on the foundational elements that separate an evolving student from a seasoned dancer: posture, alignment, and core engagement. We begin at the barre, working through a structured progression from pliés to dynamic dégagés.
The focus here is on precision—ensuring your port de bras is fluid while your legs maintain strength and clarity without sacrificing grace. A key theme in this session is the functional use of the hip flexors. Many dancers struggle with 'gripping' in the hips; this class provides specific insights and exercises to help you navigate movements like fondu and développé with ease and proper alignment.
Understanding how to release unnecessary tension allows for a greater range of motion and a more effortless look in your dancing. We transition from the barre into center work, where you will apply these technical corrections to more complex sequences that demand both physical and mental agility. Expect to challenge your stamina and elevation during the grand allegro section.
The instructor introduces the concept of 'climbing the hill' during grand jetés, encouraging dancers to find more height and power with every repetition. Throughout the class, you will receive constant cues regarding arm placement and core stability, ensuring that your movements remain graceful and supported even as you tire. The fast combos included are not just about speed, but about maintaining the integrity of the dégagé and passé even when the tempo picks up.
By emphasizing the relationship between the upper body and lower body, we help you achieve a cohesive, professional aesthetic. Whether you are looking to brush up on your basics or push your limits with fast combinations, this class provides the professional guidance and encouraging feedback needed to elevate your practice from the comfort of your home studio.
