Beginner Ballet: 1-Hour Barre and Center Technique with Julie

Elevate your foundational technique with this comprehensive 80-minute Beginner Ballet class at Broche Ballet. Led by instructor Julie, this session is meticulously designed to bridge the gap between basic positions and fluid movement. Whether you are just starting your dance journey or looking to revisit the fundamentals, this class provides the structured guidance necessary to build confidence, strength, and grace.

The lesson begins with an extensive 55-minute barre sequence focused heavily on balance and coordination. You will work through essential exercises including plié, tendu, and dégagé, with a specific emphasis on maintaining a stable core and proper alignment. Julie provides expert cues on how to 'get down' into your first steps to find better stability, a crucial skill for any dancer.

You will also practice more intricate footwork such as the pas de bourrée and sous-sus, learning to flick the foot off the floor with speed and precision to maintain the flow of the movement. Moving into the center for the final 25 minutes, the class transitions to applying your barre-found balance to more dynamic sequences. We explore the grace of port de bras, focusing on sweeping arm movements that complement your leg work without sacrificing stability.

You will learn to execute the tombé and balancé with ease, discovering how to coordinate your upper and lower body harmoniously while maintaining a calm, focused mindset. Ballet is as much a mental practice as a physical one, and this class encourages a thoughtful approach to executing sequences with control. By the end of this session, you will have a deeper understanding of ballet technique and the muscular memory required for more advanced levels.

Join the Broche Ballet community and discover the joy of technical precision in an encouraging, professional environment.