What You'll Learn
- How to maintain professional posture with shoulders down and an engaged core.
- The proper technique for initiating a relevé from the center for better balance.
- Coordinating fluid port de bras with lower-body exercises like tendu and fondu.
- Strengthening the feet and ankles through prancing and demi-pointe articulation.
- Executing a controlled demi-plié while keeping the toes stretched and flat.
About This Video
Elevate your daily practice with Broche Ballet’s 20-minute follow-along warmup routine. Designed specifically for dancers who want to start their day with precision and intentionality, this video provides a structured barre sequence that targets every major muscle group used in classical dance. By focusing on the fundamentals of technique and posture, you will ensure your body is properly prepared for more intensive training or rehearsal.
The routine begins with a focus on the feet and ankles, utilizing exercises like tendu and dégagé to articulate through the floor. We move into the fluid, "melting" action of the fondu, emphasizing the coordination between both legs. One of the core principles emphasized in this session is the connection between the center and the extremities.
You will learn to initiate your relevé by pulling up from the belly button, creating a lift that allows for a controlled descent through the heels. This approach not only improves balance but also prevents unnecessary strain on the joints. Posture is the backbone of this warmup.
Throughout the sequence, the instructor guides you to keep the shoulders down and back, maintaining a high head position and an engaged core. We also explore the importance of the demi-plié, ensuring that the big toes remain stretched and the knees align correctly over the feet. By mastering these foundational movements, you build the strength and muscle memory required for more complex adagio and allegro work.
In addition to lower-body strength, this routine incorporates graceful port de bras. Coordinating your arm movements with your leg work is essential for developing the artistry and fluidity characteristic of professional dancers. We also include specific footwork challenges, such as prancing through demi-pointe and calf raises, to increase intensity and build the stamina needed for center work.
Whether you are at home or in the studio, this Broche Ballet warmup serves as the perfect bridge between your daily life and your dance practice. Join us to refine your technique, find your center, and prepare your body to move with grace and power.
