What You'll Learn
- Build cardiovascular and muscular stamina through high-repetition 'Double Barre' sequences.
- Master the 'hinge over the hip' technique to improve the fluidity and range of your rond de jambe.
- Refine pirouette mechanics by strengthening the connection between the core, spine, and upper body.
- Develop better spatial awareness and balance by learning to turn without relying on visual cues from the barre.
- Improve body alignment and posture by maintaining engaged shoulders and soft, relaxed arms during complex movements.
About This Video
Welcome to a high-intensity training session at Broche Ballet, designed for the dancer who wants to push past their plateaus. This 'Double Barre' class is structured with a specific philosophy: less instruction, more dancing. By utilizing high-repetition combinations, this session focuses on building cardiovascular and muscular stamina while refining the technical nuances that make ballet truly graceful. Throughout the 35-minute practice, you will work through both sides of the barre with minimal interruption, mimicking the endurance required for longer adagio and allegro center work.
The class emphasizes essential barre techniques, including fluid rond de jambe sequences and precise pirouette preparations. A key focus of this session is the 'hinge over the hip' movement during rond de jambe, which helps dancers find greater range of motion and better pelvic stability. You will also dive deep into the mechanics of turning en dehors, focusing on the vital connection between the chest, belly button, and spine. By learning to feel the movement rather than looking for the barre, you will develop the internal balance and core engagement necessary for advanced center work.
In addition to technical execution, this video highlights the importance of keeping the shoulders down and the arms soft and relaxed, even during the most demanding exercises. These refinements help prevent tension from creeping into your upper body, allowing for a more professional and integrated aesthetic. Whether you are looking to sharpen your body alignment or simply want a rigorous workout that keeps you moving, this Double Barre session provides the repetition needed to turn conscious effort into second-nature muscle memory. Join us at the barre and elevate your ballet practice to the next level.
