What You'll Learn
- Execute high-repetition combinations to improve cardiovascular stamina and muscle memory.
- Refine technical precision in grand pliés, tendus, and fondus at a brisk pace.
- Maintain core engagement and proper turn-out during rapid transitions and turns.
- Develop musicality and timing by syncing complex movements to Broadway scores.
- Master the coordination required for fluid développé and arabesque sequences.
About This Video
Get your full barre practice completed in just 35 minutes with this high-energy Speed Barre session at Broche Ballet. Led by instructor Julie, this class is specifically designed for dancers who want to maximize their time without sacrificing technical rigor. Set to an uplifting Broadway-inspired soundtrack, the class moves quickly through "simple-ish" combinations, prioritizing continuous movement and high repetitions over lengthy explanations. This format is ideal for building stamina, improving muscle memory, and refining your technique under the pressure of a faster tempo.
The session begins with a comprehensive series of grand pliés in multiple directions, focusing on maintaining a strong core and proper shoulder alignment. You will then move into crisp tendu and fondu sequences. Remember that a proper fondu should feel like a "melting" action on the supporting leg, paired with a sharp extension of the working foot. Despite the brisk pace, the class emphasizes fundamental alignment—reminding you to press the knees back during every plié and maintain a tall, elegant posture throughout.
As the barre progresses, you will tackle more complex movements including the développé, soutenu turns, and extensions into arabesque. These exercises are designed to improve your balance on demi-pointe and your ability to transition fluidly between positions. Julie guides you through each sequence with minimal downtime, ensuring your heart rate stays up and your focus remains sharp. Whether you are looking for a quick morning pick-me-up or a supplemental workout to add to your training schedule, this Speed Barre class offers a joyful and efficient way to stay connected to your ballet practice. Join the Broche Ballet community and experience how a fast-paced, musical barre can brighten your day and strengthen your technique.
