Beyond Beginner Ballet: Dégagé Speed Drills & En Cloche Class #1

Elevate your technique with the Beyond Beginner series at Broche Ballet, where we bridge the gap between foundational steps and advanced execution. In this specific class, Level up your Dégagé, we focus on the precision, speed, and stamina required to take your footwork to the next level. The dégagé is more than just a disengaged stretch; it is the engine of quick allegro and the foundation for sharp, rhythmic movement.

Throughout this session, you will explore various speed drills designed to challenge your muscle memory and cardiovascular endurance. One of the primary focal points is the importance of keeping your dégagés low. By maintaining a lower height, you can execute rapid-fire combinations with greater clarity and control.

We break down complex sequences, including the two-for-one combo, ensuring you understand the exact timing of every brush and close. Beyond simple repetitions, this class introduces en cloche patterns and intricate weight shifts. You will practice the correct sequence of steps, learning how to transition smoothly between the inside and outside leg.

The instructor provides detailed guidance on the brush-and-shift mechanic, helping you maintain stability while switching legs during high-speed patterns. As part of the Broche Ballet curriculum, we emphasize the mechanics behind every movement. You won't just learn the steps; you will learn how to step, close, and switch with professional grace.

By the end of this class, you will feel more confident in your ability to memorize patterns on the fly and execute them with the speed required for intermediate-level combinations. Join us as we work through these front and back patterns, preparing your body for the complex quad patterns and side movements to come. Whether you are practicing at home or in a studio, these drills are essential for any dancer looking to move beyond the basics.