What You'll Learn
- Understand the foundational principles of Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) for core stability.
- Learn how to manage hyperextension to protect ligaments and improve dance longevity.
- Develop better proprioception and body awareness through unstable surface exercises.
- Strengthen the core to improve alignment in pirouettes and pointe work.
- Identify the pros and cons of hyperextension and how to support it with muscle strength.
About This Video
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is a revolutionary conditioning program developed to enhance a dancer’s muscle memory by focusing on core stability, weight placement, and alignment. At Broche Ballet, we prioritize a deep understanding of functional anatomy to help dancers reach their full potential. This session serves as a comprehensive introduction to "PBT" core work, making it the perfect starting point for anyone who has never experienced this specialized training method before.
A significant portion of this lesson is dedicated to understanding and managing hyperextension in dancers. While hyperextended limbs are often celebrated for creating aesthetically pleasing lines, they present unique challenges for stability. If a dancer lacks the muscle strength to support their range of motion, they often end up resting on their ligaments and tendons, which can lead to long-term joint issues.
We discuss how to identify hyperextension and provide strategies to build the necessary support systems to protect the body during demanding movements such as pirouettes and pointe work. We also delve into the vital concept of proprioception—the body's internal sense of its position and movement. For many hypermobile dancers, proprioception can be lower, leading to balance issues or difficulty maintaining a square pelvis.
By utilizing the stability balls and equipment seen in PBT, you will engage in exercises that challenge your balance and force your deep core muscles to fire. These drills are essential for maintaining proper body alignment and balance, whether you are in the center or working at the barre. By the end of this class, you will have a better grasp of how to translate conditioning into better ballet technique.
You will learn to recognize your body's tendencies and how to counteract instability with strength. Join Broche Ballet in this exploration of PBT to refine your technique, prevent injury, and move with newfound confidence and control.
