What You'll Learn
- Master the technical difference between a chassé and a temps lié
- Refine your port de bras for softer, more expressive arm movements
- Learn to build energy by reaching through the toes, fingers, and floor
- Improve balance and alignment in arabesque and on demi-pointe
About This Video
Join Broche Ballet for this comprehensive 44-minute practice, designed to help dancers find a balance between rigorous technical execution and a sense of internal relaxation. The "Calm All-level Ballet Barre" provides a meditative yet structured environment where you can build energy, control, and alignment. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned dancer, this session focuses on the subtle nuances that elevate a performance from simple exercise to true artistry.
One of the primary technical highlights of this class is the distinction between two essential ballet movements: the chassé and the temps lié. Our instructor breaks down the mechanics of the chassé, emphasizing the importance of starting in a deep plié with the entire foot grounded before pushing off the floor. Conversely, you will explore how the temps lié involves reaching through a pointed foot before transferring weight, a subtle shift that significantly alters the quality and timing of your transitions.
The class also prioritizes the artistry of the upper body. Through detailed port de bras and allongé exercises, you will practice keeping your arms soft and relaxed, particularly through the wrists and fingertips. We emphasize reaching through the crown of the head and the tips of the fingers to create a long, elegant line that feels energized rather than rigid.
Beyond the technicalities of the barre, this video guides you through movements like arabesque and sus-sous, ensuring your weight is properly centered on demi-pointe. The practice concludes with a fluid, waltzy center exercise that allows you to apply the control and grace cultivated at the barre to larger, traveling movements. This class is an excellent way to slow down, focus on the foundations of your dancing, and leave the floor feeling refreshed and technically aligned.
