What You'll Learn
- Mastering proper hip alignment and engagement for improved turnout.
- Correct cou-de-pied technique including heel and ankle placement.
- Using demi-pointe work to refine foot positioning and strength.
- Strategies for softening your grip on the barre to improve balance.
- Integrating breathing and core engagement for fluid transitions.
About This Video
Join Broche Ballet for an intensive 25-minute 'Deep Dive' follow-along barre class designed for dancers who appreciate a slow, meditative, and highly detailed approach to training. This session moves beyond simple repetition, focusing on the intricate mechanics of ballet technique to help you achieve greater fluidity and strength. We place a significant emphasis on proper hip alignment and rotation, teaching you how to engage the deep rotators for a more effective and sustainable turnout. Throughout the class, you will explore the relationship between body positioning and stability, learning how a stable center of gravity and core engagement can transform your movement quality.
A central focus of this practice is the execution of the cou-de-pied. You will learn specific corrections, such as pushing the heel forward and allowing the ankle to rock forward, ensuring the pinky toe remains active and the foot is correctly shaped. We also utilize demi-pointe work as a foundational tool, using it as an approximation to build the strength needed for more complex steps. By refining these small details, you build a solid foundation for your entire dance practice.
In addition to footwork and rotation, this class addresses your relationship with the barre. We encourage dancers to soften their grip, shifting the work from the arms to the legs and core to improve balance and autonomy. You will also practice transitions like the temps lié, focusing on the seamless flow between positions. Whether you are looking to fix a specific technical habit or simply want to deepen your mind-body connection, this detailed barre provides the corrections and feedback necessary to elevate your dancing. Prepare to work through each movement with intention, from the initial plié to the final balance.
