What You'll Learn
- Master foot articulation by creating friction against the floor during tendu and dégagé.
- Improve core stability and vertical alignment through frequent balance checks in sus-sous.
- Develop coordination between port de bras and complex leg movements like pas de cheval.
- Build muscular stamina and precision through high-repetition frappé and grand battement sets.
About This Video
Welcome to a transformative 44-minute beginner ballet barre class at Broche Ballet, designed to help you build a rock-solid technical foundation. Led by Martina, this session focuses on the power of high repetitions to instill muscle memory and refine your classical form. Whether you are just starting your journey or looking to revisit the basics with mindful precision, this class offers a comprehensive workout for both the mind and body.
The class begins with thorough demi-plié and grand plié sequences in various positions, integrating combré to find length and fluidity. A primary focus throughout the lesson is the concept of floor friction. Martina guides you through tendu and dégagé exercises, emphasizing the importance of pressing through the floor.
This technique is essential for developing superior foot articulation and engaging the glutes to support a strong, stable turnout. As the barre progresses, you will tackle more intricate coordination challenges. We incorporate movements such as pas de cheval, petite développé, and enveloppé, which require a harmonious connection between the core and the limbs.
You will also practice rond de jambe and en cloche sequences that test your ability to maintain a straight standing leg while the working leg moves through space. Stability is a key theme, with frequent balance checks in sus-sous and attitude positions. By revisiting these balances repeatedly, you will cultivate the core strength and vertical alignment necessary for center work.
The class concludes with high-repetition frappé and grand battement sets to build the stamina and explosive power required for more advanced allegro. Through this structured and encouraging approach, you will walk away with a deeper understanding of ballet mechanics and the confidence to progress in your training.
