What You'll Learn
- Mastering single-leg relevés with proper hip and core engagement
- Executing fast-paced pas de bourrée and dégagé combinations en pointe
- Improving overall stability and alignment during rapid barre transitions
- Developing the explosive strength required for intermediate pointe work
About This Video
Elevate your ballet practice with this high-intensity "Just Barre" session from Broche Ballet. " While the title suggests basics, the pace is intentionally designed to build the explosive strength and refined control required for advanced pointe work. In this session, you will be guided through a series of foundational yet rigorous exercises.
We begin with a focus on alignment and core engagement, ensuring that your weight is properly centered over your pointe shoes. The class covers a sequence of pliés and relevés, emphasizing smooth transitions and the articulation of the feet. You will work through intricate pas de bourrée combinations and sharp dégagés that challenge your speed and musicality.
One of the core highlights of this class is the focus on the single-leg relevé. Developing strength on a single leg is crucial for stability en pointe. Our instructor provides helpful modifications, such as performing a half single-leg relevé or returning to a susu for support, allowing you to build up your stamina safely.
Throughout the lesson, you will receive cues on engaging the hip muscles and maintaining a tall, supported torso. By integrating movements like tombé and various combinations en pointe, this class ensures a comprehensive lower-body workout. Whether you are practicing at home or in the studio, this barre session provides the technical scaffolding needed to move with confidence and grace.
At Broche Ballet, we believe in empowering dancers with the tools to master their technique, and this fast-paced pointe basics class is the perfect stepping stone for your intermediate journey. Prepare to sweat, challenge your balance, and refine your artistry with every relevé.
