What You'll Learn
- Mastering the transition between tendu and enveloppé for improved leg control
- Developing endurance and ankle stability with a final sequence of 32 relevés
- Improving aplomb and balance through focused weight transfer and heel-to-toe connection
- Refining the pas de cheval to increase dexterity in the feet and lower legs
About This Video
When the temperature drops, a thorough ballet warm-up is essential to prevent injury and ensure your muscles are supple and ready for movement. In this 26-minute session from Broche Ballet, we dive into a comprehensive barre-style practice designed to generate heat from the core to the tips of your toes. This class focuses on the fundamental movements that build the strength and grace required for classical dance, regardless of the season.
We begin with foundational exercises, focusing on the depth of your plié and the precision of your relevé. These staples of ballet technique are the building blocks for every movement in the center. Throughout the session, you will learn to maintain your aplomb—your vertical center and balance—even as the combinations increase in complexity. The instructor guides you through specific foot articulation sequences, emphasizing the transition between a sharp tendu and a controlled enveloppé.
Special attention is given to the 'calf forward, knee back' alignment, which is crucial for maintaining a clean classical line and protecting your joints. We also incorporate the pas de cheval, a movement that mimics the pawing of a horse, to develop dexterity in the lower leg and ankle. The class also features rond de jambe and fondu exercises to ensure the hip joints are warm and the supporting leg is stable.
To finish, the class culminates in a challenging sequence of 32 relevés. This endurance-focused finale is designed to strengthen the calves, stabilize the ankles, and test your balance and control after a full session of movement. Whether you are following along in a home studio or using this as a pre-class routine, this Broche Ballet warm-up will leave you feeling centered, energized, and ready for your next dance challenge.
