What You'll Learn
- Master fundamental barre exercises including plié, tendu, and fondu to build strength and turnout.
- Develop coordination in the center with chassé, arabesque, and pas de bourrée sequences.
- Improve balance and alignment through soutenu movements and proper cou-de-pied placement.
- Understand the artistry of port de bras and the tradition of the final révérence.
About This Video
Welcome to a comprehensive 60-minute journey into the heart of classical technique with Broche Ballet. This full-length Beginner Barre and Center class is meticulously designed for adult dancers looking to solidify their foundations while experiencing the joy of movement. Whether you are practicing from a home studio or a living room, this session provides the professional guidance needed to refine your form and build confidence in every step.
The class begins at the barre, where we focus on the essential building blocks of ballet. You will work through a series of exercises including plié, tendu, and fondu, designed to warm up the muscles and establish correct alignment. Our instructor provides detailed corrections, emphasizing the importance of turnout and the specific placement of the cou-de-pied.
By focusing on these core elements, you will develop the strength and stability required for more complex movements later in the lesson. Transitioning to the center, the class shifts focus toward coordination and fluid movement. You will practice adagio sequences that challenge your balance and control, followed by dynamic chassé patterns.
We explore the transition from a soutenu into a pas de bourrée, teaching you how to use your weight to create seamless transitions. Throughout these exercises, we pay close attention to port de bras, ensuring your arm movements are as expressive and precise as your footwork. A key highlight of this class is the focus on pushing through the floor to find height and length.
From holding a steady first position to executing a chassé into an arabesque, you will learn how to maintain your center of gravity while moving through space. Finally, we conclude the session with a traditional révérence, a moment of gratitude and reflection on the hard work put into the practice. Join us at Broche Ballet and take the next step in your dance journey with this structured, encouraging, and technically sound beginner class.
