Ballet Core Work: Targeted Glute and Abdominal Strength for Dancers

Strengthening your core is the secret to mastering the most challenging aspects of ballet, from steady relevés to powerful pirouettes. At Broche Ballet, we understand that a dancer’s strength comes from the center. This core and glute workout, led by Julie, is specifically designed to help you find your stability and improve your extensions. By focusing on the deep abdominal muscles and glute activation, you will learn to maintain a neutral pelvis and proper alignment in every movement. Whether you are working at the barre or performing in the center, a strong core allows for greater freedom of movement in the limbs and better control during a complex adagio or a sharp sauté.

This particular class is mindful of common dancer injuries and sensitivities; it offers effective core work that is categorized as safe for wrist and shoulder sensitivity, providing modifications for traditional planks that can sometimes be taxing on the joints. The workout begins with a gentle warm-up to prepare the body, followed by a series of targeted exercises on the mat. You will work through glute bridges to fire up the posterior chain—the engine behind your jumps and elevations. We also incorporate twists and hip dips to engage the obliques, helping you find the squareness needed for clean pirouettes and stable arabesques.

Proper form is emphasized throughout the session, as Julie guides you through each transition. You’ll learn how to engage the correct muscles without creating unnecessary tension in the neck or hip flexors. We conclude with a restorative cool-down featuring the cobra pose and gentle stretches to ensure you recover effectively. By integrating this core work into your regular practice, you will notice a significant difference in your ability to hold long balances and execute controlled turns. Join us on the mat in your slippers and elevate your ballet technique from the inside out.