What You'll Learn
- Engagement of the upper back to anchor movements and improve stability during grand battement.
- Strategies for hip flexor control and relaxation to prevent gripping during transitions.
- Mastering rhythm shifts and tempo changes through the passé movement for better pirouette timing.
- Developing the explosive power and leg stamina required for higher jumps and grand allegro.
- Refining full-body alignment to maintain precision while working at a quick, high-intensity pace.
About This Video
Welcome to a high-octane session at Broche Ballet designed to push your limits. This Extra Sweaty Power Barre is specifically crafted for dancers looking to elevate their allegro and pirouette game. To achieve the explosive power required for grand allegro and the razor-sharp precision needed for multiple turns, a dancer must build a foundation of functional strength and cardiovascular stamina.
This class dives deep into the mechanics of movement, ensuring every plié and fondu serves a greater purpose. Throughout this 51-minute practice, we focus heavily on the engagement of the upper back. This is the secret to stability in grand battement and the anchor that allows for a free, expressive leg in arabesque.
By anchoring the shoulder blades, you create a stable platform that protects the lower back and allows the hip flexors to work efficiently without gripping. We explore the nuances of the hip flexor, learning how to relax it during transitions to maintain fluid control. Rhythm is a core theme of this class.
We tackle quick tempo changes and rhythm shifts in sequences involving dégagé and enveloppé. These shifts are essential for mastering the timing of a pirouette or the spring of a sauté. By focusing on the passé movement's timing, you will find a more consistent center of gravity.
Our instructor provides detailed feedback on alignment, ensuring that your posture remains pristine even as fatigue sets in. We cover a comprehensive range of exercises from foundational tendu to complex combinations of développé and grand battement. This class isn't just about the sweat; it's about the science of the jump.
We emphasize the depth of the plié and the sharpness of the push-off, preparing your body for the physical demands of center work. Whether you are training for performance or simply want to feel stronger in your daily practice, this Power Barre session offers the tools to succeed. Grab your barre and get ready to work.
