What You'll Learn
- How to isolate the pelvis from the femur head for better turnout
- Techniques for moving the spine independently from the pelvis
- Effective ways to stretch hamstrings and inner thighs in a straddle
- Deep breathing methods to release tension in the lower back and hips
- Using blocks and proper alignment to safely deepen your stretches
About This Video
Unlock your potential with this 17-minute Ballet Flexibility Flow at Broche Ballet. This class is specifically designed to target the hips, hamstrings, and inner thighs, providing dancers with the tools to improve their range of motion and technical precision. In ballet, the ability to isolate the movement of the pelvis from the femur head is essential for achieving proper turnout and preventing injury.
Our instructor leads you through a series of exercises that focus on unsticking these joints, allowing for more fluid and independent movement. We explore the relationship between the spine and the pelvis, using techniques like the tuck and arch to ensure your lower back remains mobile and healthy. By learning to move the spine independently, you gain better control over your alignment during complex ballet sequences.
The class includes a deep dive into the straddle position, where you will learn to tilt the hips over the top of the femur without compromising the placement of the knees. This approach ensures that you are stretching the target muscles—the hamstrings and inner thighs—without placing unnecessary strain on the joints. Throughout the practice, we emphasize the importance of deep breathing to release tension in the hips and lower back.
Using hands or blocks for support, you will be encouraged to reach forward with the chest, pulling the elbows back to maintain a long, elegant line. This session also addresses the independent movement of the femur heads within the pelvic bowl, a concept that is vital for advanced leg extensions and stability in various poses. Whether you are a beginner looking to build a foundation or an intermediate dancer seeking to refine your mobility, this flexibility flow offers modifications to suit your needs.
By incorporating these techniques into your regular routine, you will find that your movements become more expansive and your transitions smoother. Join Broche Ballet and discover how targeted stretching and anatomical awareness can transform your dance practice by creating a more responsive, strong, and agile body.
