What You'll Learn
- How to execute a smooth, controlled fondu with proper weight distribution
- Techniques for maintaining turnout in the calf and heel during transitions
- Proper placement for coup-de-pied and attitude positions
- Strategies for core engagement and pelvic alignment during leg extensions
- Building stamina through a continuous, faster-paced barre sequence
About This Video
Welcome to a streamlined approach to your daily practice with the Broche Ballet Speed Barre series. Designed for dancers who want to maximize their time, this 29-minute session focuses on 'less instruction and more dancing.' While the pace is brisk, the focus remains squarely on the fundamental techniques that build a strong ballet foundation. This specific class guides you through a comprehensive barre sequence, with a specialized focus on the fondu.
The fondu, which literally translates to 'melting,' is a critical movement for developing the coordination between your standing leg and working leg. In this video, we explore how to maintain a smooth and controlled descent, ensuring your calf stays forward and your heel remains underneath you as you transition between positions. You will work through variations in a variety of directions, including devant, à la seconde, and derrière, while paying close attention to your turnout and core engagement.
Beyond the fondu, this class emphasizes the importance of proper alignment and posture. You will practice the coup-de-pied and attitude positions, learning how to find the 'edge' of your movement without overshooting your placement. Our instructor provides targeted corrections on keeping the abs facing forward and maintaining a stable standing leg, even during complex movements like an enveloppé. This session is perfect for those looking to bridge the gap between slow, instructional exercises and the fluidity of center work. By the end of this Speed Barre, you will have improved your physical balance, refined your leg lines, and built the stamina necessary for more advanced ballet movements. Grab your barre and get ready to move with precision and grace.
