What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining upper body stillness while the legs move freely.
- How to engage the pelvic floor and core to support high-extension movements.
- Refining the fondu and grand battement through high-repetition muscle memory.
- Proper arm and shoulder alignment to support a stable bras position.
- Correct knee joint 'folding' techniques to maximize functional turnout.
About This Video
Elevate your training with our "Double Barre" session, a 36-minute ballet practice designed for dancers who crave less instruction and more continuous movement. At Broche Ballet, we understand that technical mastery comes from repetition and the ability to maintain internal stillness while the body is in motion. This class focuses on high-repetition combinations that challenge your cardiovascular stamina while refining your alignment and control. By using both hands on the barre, you can isolate the lower body and focus intensely on the mechanics of every movement.
Throughout the session, we explore essential movements including the fondu, grand battement, and arabesque. A primary focus of this practice is the connection between the core, pelvic floor, and shoulder blades. You will learn how to keep the back of the head lifted and the shoulders down to create a stable, professional silhouette. This core engagement is vital when executing a grand battement, allowing you to get the leg out quickly and hold the position with precision. We also emphasize the importance of folding only the knee joint during movements like the retiré to ensure proper turnout and avoid common alignment pitfalls.
This class is ideal for building the muscle memory required for professional-level execution. You will work on maintaining a strong connection between your bras, shoulders, and center, ensuring that your arms support rather than distract from your leg work. By focusing on building stillness inside the body, you allow your legs to play freely and with greater reach. Whether you are perfecting your demi-pointe or striving for a more controlled arabesque, these simple yet demanding combos provide the perfect environment for growth. Join us to experience a practice where the focus is on the dance, the rhythm, and the relentless pursuit of better technique.
