What You'll Learn
- Techniques to maintain consistent turnout in coup-de-pied and demi-plié movements.
- How to engage the upper inner thighs to achieve a stronger, more stable fifth position.
- Proper pelvic alignment for arabesque to ensure spinal support and better extension.
- Breath control and core engagement strategies to maintain balance during slow transitions.
About This Video
Welcome to a meditative and highly detailed 24-minute practice session designed to refine your foundational technique. At Broche Ballet, we believe that meaningful progress comes from understanding the mechanics behind every movement. This Deep Dive Barre focuses specifically on turnout strength, cambré control, and the intricate engagement of the hips and inner thighs.
We begin with a slow, intentional warm-up, setting the stage for more complex combinations. Throughout the class, you will explore exercises like tendu, rond de jambe, and coup-de-pied. The instructor emphasizes the feeling of the movement, focusing on the pressure of the upper legs squeezing together in fifth position rather than just the visual placement of the feet.
This internal engagement is key to developing true stability and avoiding common injuries. As we progress into demi-plié and arabesque work, you will learn how to keep your shoulders down and your chest open while maintaining a high head position. We take a close look at the pelvis, ensuring it stays up and forward to support the spine during cambré and extensions.
By focusing on the transition between positions—moving the toes first while keeping the heel anchored—you will build the precision necessary for advanced floor work. This class is more than just a workout; it is a technical study of the body in motion. Whether you are working on your fondu or trying to achieve a more stable relevé, the principles of turnout and alignment covered here will provide a solid framework for your entire ballet practice.
Join us for this slow-paced, detailed session and feel the difference in your core engagement and leg lines.
