What You'll Learn
- Correct alignment of the shoulders, hips, and head for optimal balance.
- Specific stretches for calves, ankles, and the top of the foot to improve flexibility.
- Mastering basic movements like plié, relevé, and tendu with two hands for stability.
- Techniques for controlled demi-pointe transitions and foot articulation.
- How to safely perform a cambré to improve spinal mobility.
About This Video
Welcome to Broche Ballet’s beginner-friendly, well-rounded barre class. This 24-minute session is specifically designed to build a strong foundation through a two-handed barre approach, ensuring maximum stability as you focus on your technique. Whether you are returning to dance or starting your journey, this follow-along class provides the structural support needed to master essential movements.
The class begins with a comprehensive warm-up and stretching sequence. You will focus on the health and flexibility of your feet, incorporating detailed demi-pointe stretches and calf exercises. Proper alignment is a central theme; the instructor guides you to keep your shoulders stacked over your hips while maintaining an engaged core.
These habits are vital for preventing injury and developing the elegant posture characteristic of professional dancers. Throughout the session, you will perform fundamental exercises including plié, relevé, and tendu. We also explore more fluid movements such as the cambré, which helps develop spinal flexibility and upper body coordination.
The two-hands-on-barre setup allows you to concentrate fully on leg engagement and the articulation of the foot without the added challenge of balancing on one side. This approach makes it an excellent choice for those working on their turnout or recovering from a break in training. By focusing on the basics with such precision, you build the muscle memory required for more advanced center work later in your training.
By the end of this class, you will have worked through your entire body, from the traction on the top of your feet to the alignment of your head. Broche Ballet encourages students to listen to their bodies throughout the process, adjusting positions to find what works best for their unique anatomy. This mindful approach ensures that every dancer can progress at their own pace while still challenging their physical boundaries.
Join us at the barre and refine your ballet technique with precision, grace, and confidence today.
