What You'll Learn
- How to engage the deep core using slow, controlled movements for maximum stability.
- Techniques for tabletop toe taps and dead bugs that protect the lower back.
- Strengthening the neck muscles to support better posture and head positioning in dance.
- Activating the inner thighs to enhance core engagement and support leg extensions.
- Proper breathing techniques to maintain core intensity throughout your ballet practice.
About This Video
A strong, stable core is the foundation of every movement in ballet. From maintaining perfect alignment in an arabesque to executing controlled pirouettes, your abdominal strength dictates your success and stability. At Broche Ballet, we understand that traditional gym workouts do not always translate to the grace and precision required in dance. That is why this focused core conditioning session is designed specifically with the dancer's needs in mind, providing a path to better balances and more powerful extensions.
One of the unique features of this class is that it achieves high intensity without a single plank. Many dancers find that planks can lead to unnecessary tension in the shoulders or wrists. Instead, we focus on floor-based exercises like dead bugs and tabletop toe taps. These movements require you to pull your belly button toward the floor, ensuring your lower back remains stable and protected throughout the movement. By focusing on slow, controlled repetitions rather than speed, you learn to recruit the deep stabilizing muscles necessary for a rock-solid center.
We also address an often-overlooked area of ballet conditioning: the neck. Performing crunches with the head lifted may feel challenging at first, but building strength in the back of the neck is essential for maintaining a proud carriage and elegant head alignment during complex combinations. This class guides you through these neck lifts safely, using wide elbows to avoid strain while building the stamina required for the stage.
In addition to abdominal work, we incorporate inner thigh beats. In ballet, the inner thighs are intrinsically linked to core stability and the management of turnout. By keeping the legs high and focusing on a wide range of motion, you will feel the connection between your legs and your center. This synergy is what allows for higher extensions and more effortless movements. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your technique and find the strength within your center.
