What You'll Learn
- How to maintain proper alignment and turnout during rapid transitions between barre sides.
- Techniques for executing a precise grand battement with controlled height and power.
- The mechanics of en dehors pirouette variations using the inside leg to turn towards the barre.
- Improving cardiovascular stamina through continuous, no-stop barre combinations.
- Refining footwork and weight placement during fast-paced frappé and rond de jambe sequences.
About This Video
Welcome to an intensive, high-energy Express Ballet Barre designed for dancers who want to maximize their training time. In this 26-minute session from Broche Ballet, we dive straight into the work, moving seamlessly from one side of the barre to the other without stopping. This abbreviated, extra-fast format is perfect for building stamina and sharpening mental focus while maintaining the technical integrity that ballet requires.
Throughout the class, we focus on the core foundations of ballet technique, starting with basic positions and layering in complexity through movements like plié, tendu, and dégagé. As the tempo increases, we challenge your precision with rapid-fire frappé and controlled fondu exercises. A key highlight of this session is the focus on low and medium height movements, particularly during grand battement.
By keeping the legs at a controlled height, you can focus on power, alignment, and speed without the onset of early fatigue, ensuring every brush of the foot is executed with purpose. You will also practice the mechanics of a pirouette, specifically focusing on the use of the inside leg and proper passé positioning to turn towards the barre. Whether you are looking for a quick morning warm-up or a rigorous supplementary workout, this class emphasizes the importance of turnout, posture, and clean footwork.
By the end of this session, you will have worked through a complete barre vocabulary, leaving you feeling centered, strong, and ready for center work or a busy day ahead.
