What You'll Learn
- Master the coordination and weight transfer required for a fluid renversé.
- Build the stamina and technical precision needed for multiple fouetté turns.
- Refine your transitions with focused pas de bourrée and preparation work.
- Strengthen your placement during a rapid-fire barre warmup.
About This Video
Welcome to a high-intensity session designed for the dedicated adult dancer. In this comprehensive class from Broche Ballet, we dive into the complexities of advanced ballet technique, focusing on both the foundational strength of the barre and the virtuosity of center work. This 48-minute practice is structured to challenge your stamina and precision from the very first plié.
We begin with a fast-paced barre warmup designed to get your muscles firing and your alignment centered. This sequence moves quickly through tendus, dégagés, and ronds de jambe, emphasizing sharp footwork and stable turnout. By condensing the barre, we ensure your body is warm and ready for the technical demands of the center without losing the focus required for advanced placement.
The heart of this lesson lies in the center combinations, where we explore the mechanics of the renversé and the iconic fouetté turn. The renversé requires a delicate balance of strength and abandon; we focus on finding the fondu and the "up and over" sensation that creates a seamless, circular motion. You will learn how to coordinate the head and arms to support the tilt of the body without losing your center of gravity.
Additionally, we break down the fouetté turn, a hallmark of classical ballet. Our instructor provides actionable tips on weight placement, specifically focusing on pushing all the way forward onto the supporting leg to achieve a secure relevé. We also practice the pas de bourrée and various pirouette preparations to ensure every transition is as polished as the turns themselves.
Whether you are working on your consistency or looking to add more fluidity to your grand allegro, this class offers the technical insights needed to excel. Join the Broche Ballet community and push your boundaries in this advanced practice session.
