What You'll Learn
- Achieve proper hip alignment over the arch during fondu and cou-de-pied exercises.
- Master the mechanics of opening the knee from the hip during retiré and passé.
- Maintain a strong, engaged core and upright posture throughout complex transitions.
- Correct technical nuances of fondu en croix to improve stability and control.
- Identify and prevent common errors like letting the hip sit back in arabesque.
About This Video
This 24-minute Deep Dive Follow-Along Barre session is designed for dancers who crave a slow, meditative, and highly detailed approach to their training. At Broche Ballet, we believe that true mastery comes from focusing on the foundational mechanics of movement. In this class, we move beyond the mere sequence of steps to explore the precise alignment and muscular engagement required for professional-level execution.
Throughout this practice, you will be guided through a series of foundational exercises, including fondu en croix, cou-de-pied, and retiré. The primary focus is on maintaining proper posture and alignment, specifically targeting hip placement. You will learn the importance of keeping the hip forward over the arch during fondu and cou-de-pied work, ensuring that you don't allow the hip to sit back behind the foot—a common challenge in arabesque and other extensions.
We also delve into the mechanics of the knee and hip connection. You will explore how the outside of the hip supports the knee, pulling it back as you lift into a clean retiré. Using visual cues and sensory feedback, such as feeling the energy behind the hip, you will learn how to open the knee effectively without compromising your pelvis.
The class also covers essential footwork and transitions like temps lié, helping you maintain a strong core and fluid movement throughout. Whether you are working in your home studio or looking for a detailed supplement to your in-person classes, this session offers the corrections and technical insights needed to elevate your dance quality. Join us as we break down these essential movements to build a stronger, more disciplined ballet technique.
