What You'll Learn
- Proper port de bras and arm positioning for fluid movement coordination.
- Executing grand battement with correct alignment from both the front and back.
- Maintaining a controlled and steady plié throughout complex barre sequences.
- Effective breathing techniques to support stamina during energetic movements.
- Mastering the execution of fondu and arabesque for improved balance and strength.
About This Video
Welcome to this comprehensive 48-minute Beginner Ballet Barre class at Broche Ballet, designed to help you build a solid foundation of strength, grace, and technical precision. In this session, our expert instructor guides you through a traditional barre sequence with a specific focus on mastering the execution of larger movements while maintaining total body control. Whether you are practicing from home or a studio, this class provides the structure needed to transition from basic steps to refined artistry.
The heart of this class lies in the practice of the grand battement. You will learn how to coordinate your legs and arms seamlessly, paying close attention to how your port de bras shifts depending on whether the leg is moving to the front or the back. Understanding these subtle differences in arm movement is essential for developing the coordination needed for more advanced center work. By focusing on the mechanics behind each position, you will find more stability in your arabesque and more power in your extensions.
Throughout the class, we emphasize the importance of a controlled plié. Often overlooked, the plié is the engine of ballet movement; keeping it steady and intentional is key to successful transitions into relevé and more complex footwork. We also incorporate exercises like fondu and cambré to improve your flexibility and core engagement. These movements require a deep connection to your breath. Our instructor will guide you on how to use your breath to your advantage—taking quicker, more rhythmic breaths during energetic grand battement sequences and slower, deeper breaths during lyrical port de bras.
This Beginner Ballet Barre class provides the tools you need to succeed. We focus on the tiny details—from the placement of the fingers to the turnout in your demi-pointe—that make a dancer truly stand out. Practice along with us and feel the difference that precision and fluidity can make in your dancing journey.
