What You'll Learn
- Maintain proper posture and core engagement through slow, mindful repetition
- Master foot articulation in fundamental movements like tendu and dégagé
- Develop better balance and stability during relevé and retiré exercises
- Incorporate breath-work to improve fluidity and reduce tension in the body
- Execute technical elements like cambré and grand plié with precise alignment
About This Video
Welcome to a unique Deep Dive session at Broche Ballet, designed specifically for those who crave a slower, more meditative approach to their training. This 24-minute follow-along barre class invites you to face the barre, allowing for maximum stability as you focus on the intricate details of your movement. By stripping away the pressure of complex choreography, you can truly tune into your body's alignment and the fundamental mechanics of ballet.
The class begins with a gentle warm-up, transitioning into essential exercises such as the plié and tendu. Here, the focus remains on proper turnout and the articulation of the foot. You will explore movements like cou-de-pied and dégagé, ensuring that every transition is smooth and controlled.
Our instructor emphasizes the importance of core engagement, specifically targeting the obliques and glutes to provide a solid foundation for balance. Throughout the practice, you will be encouraged to use your breath to facilitate relaxation, even during challenging holds. As we progress, we move into more fluid sequences involving temps lié and expressive cambré.
These movements help develop the coordination between the upper and lower body while maintaining a neutral spine. The session also covers the technical nuances of the relevé and retiré, helping you find your center and improve stability. We conclude the barre work with a powerful grand plié, focusing on the strength and flexibility required to execute this cornerstone of ballet with grace.
Whether you are a beginner looking to build a strong foundation or an experienced dancer wanting to revisit the basics with a fresh perspective, this class offers the space to listen to your body and refine your technique with precision and mindfulness.
