What You'll Learn
- Advanced turnout techniques, including scooping the pinky toe during rond de jambe.
- Proper heel and foot placement to maintain alignment and visibility.
- Precision in fondu variations to build strength, balance, and control.
- The correct execution of enveloppé with a focus on hip-driven turnout.
About This Video
Welcome to this specialized Express Barre session at Broche Ballet, designed for the dancer who wants to maximize their training time without compromising on technical depth. While many express classes focus on speed, this 28-minute session takes the opposite approach, utilizing slow combinations to force deeper engagement and awareness of your body's placement. This class dives deep into foundational movements, including rond de jambe, fondu, and enveloppé.
By slowing down the tempo, our instructor guides you through the intricacies of turnout and alignment that are often missed in faster sequences. You will learn the importance of 'scooping' the pinky toe underneath the leg during a rond de jambe and keeping the heel visible to the front to maintain a clean line and prevent 'rolling' of the foot. We also focus heavily on the mechanics of the fondu.
You will work on the precise coordination between the standing and working leg, ensuring the knee and foot are positioned correctly to build strength and stability. This practice is essential for developing the balance and control needed for more advanced center work. Whether you are looking to refine your enveloppé or simply want to ensure your turnout is coming from the hip, this class provides the detailed corrections and feedback necessary for growth.
At Broche Ballet, we believe that technique is the foundation of artistry. This Express Barre is perfect for intermediate to advanced adult dancers who want a quick but rigorous workout that emphasizes quality over quantity. Our instructor provides detailed corrections that translate directly to center work and across-the-floor combinations.
By focusing on the pinky toe and heel placement, you build the muscle memory required for consistent turnout across all positions. This deep-dive approach ensures that even in an abbreviated format, you are getting the full benefits of a technical ballet education.
