What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining proper turnout and hip alignment in fifth position
- How to use cou-de-pied and demi-pointe as reference points for balance
- Strategies for engaging core muscles to stabilize the torso during barre work
- Methods for identifying and correcting alignment issues on both sides of the body
About This Video
Welcome to a meditative and detailed training session at Broche Ballet, specifically designed for dancers who want to master the intricacies of turnout and hip alignment. In this Deep Dive follow-along barre, we move slowly to ensure every muscle is engaged correctly. Proper turnout begins at the hip, and this class focuses on maintaining that rotation throughout various exercises.
We start with a focus on the fifth position, emphasizing the importance of setting up the back leg correctly. By keeping the hip forward and allowing the heel to sneak around the supporting leg, you build a solid foundation for more complex movements. Throughout the lesson, we utilize two hands on the barre to provide maximum stability, allowing you to focus entirely on your internal alignment and core engagement rather than balance alone.
The sequence progresses through essential movements including tendu, cou-de-pied, and retiré. You will learn to use the demi-pointe and cou-de-pied as vital reference points for your alignment. The instructor provides constant corrections, encouraging you to keep your shoulders down and your core braced.
This stability is crucial when transitioning between positions, such as moving to à la seconde or working through a fondu. One of the unique aspects of this practice is the use of visual and physical cues to verify your posture. We check and double-check the position of the back leg and hip, ensuring that one side of the body isn't compensating for the other.
This mindful approach to ballet technique helps fortify the body, making it easier to maintain balance during center work. By dedicating time to these slower movements, you allow your nervous system to map the correct pathways for efficient dancing. Whether you are looking to improve your stability in a pirouette or simply want to feel more grounded in your basic positions, this detailed barre offers the tools necessary for growth.
Join Broche Ballet for this 24-minute session to refine your technique and build lasting strength in your legs and hips.
