What You'll Learn
- Proper alignment of the ears, shoulders, and hips for stability.
- The mechanics of the promenade and piqué soutenu in center work.
- Refining footwork through tendu and pas de bourrée combinations.
- Developing arm fluidity with integrated port de bras exercises.
About This Video
Welcome to a comprehensive 75-minute beginner ballet session at Broche Ballet, designed to bridge the gap between basic movements and fluid combinations. This class, led by Julie, offers a deep dive into the foundational elements of classical technique, split into a rigorous 50-minute barre followed by a 25-minute center practice. Whether you are practicing at home or in a studio, this lesson provides the structure needed to develop grace, strength, and precision through consistent practice.
The journey begins at the barre, where we focus on essential movements such as the plié, tendu, and relevé. Throughout these exercises, Julie emphasizes the critical importance of alignment—keeping the ears, shoulders, and hips stacked to maintain a strong vertical axis. By engaging the core and focusing on proper turnout from the hips, you will build the stability required for more complex movements later in the class. We also explore port de bras, ensuring that arm movements are integrated naturally with the lower body to create a cohesive aesthetic.
As we move to the center, the focus shifts to weight transfer and rotation. You will learn the mechanics of the promenade, a movement that requires immense control and balance as you rotate or move gracefully across the floor. Julie breaks down the piqué soutenu, teaching you how to step onto a straight leg with confidence and poise. We also refine the pas de bourrée, focusing on quick, precise footwork and maintaining a level head throughout the transition to avoid unnecessary tension.
The class concludes with a focus on musicality and expression. By practicing the révérence, a traditional ballet curtsy, we honor the discipline of dance and the progress made during the session. This class at Broche Ballet is more than just a workout; it is a technical workshop designed to help you understand the mechanics behind every movement. Join our community and elevate your practice by mastering these fundamental combinations with clarity and artistry.
