What You'll Learn
- Master foundational ballet sequences including tendu, pli , and pass with a focus on flow
- Improve core engagement and spinal flexibility through coordinated cambr movements
- Develop strength and stability in the lower body with relev and grand battement exercises
- Refine arm placement and transitions using proper port de bras into arabesque positions
About This Video
Step up to the barre for a 42-minute experience designed to elevate your technique through rhythm and repetition. This Fast-Paced Beginner Ballet Barre class at Broche Ballet is tailored for dancers who have mastered the basic mechanics of movement and are ready to experience the flow of a traditional class. By reducing the time spent on verbal explanations, we allow the body to take the lead, helping you internalize the choreography and focus on the physical sensations of alignment.
The session begins with a series of pli and tendu exercises that emphasize the connection between the floor and the feet. We integrate cambr forward and port de bras early on to ensure the upper body is just as active as the lower body. As we move into faster sequences of pass and relev , the focus shifts to stability and the strength of the standing leg.
You will learn to maintain a neutral pelvis and engaged core even as the tempo increases. One of the highlights of this class is the emphasis on the en croix pattern—executing movements to the front, side, and back. Whether performing a d gag or a grand battement, you will be challenged to maintain your turnout and keep the knee back while the heel leads forward.
We also pay close attention to the port de bras into an arabesque, a critical transition for any aspiring dancer looking to move with grace and control. This practice is more than just a workout; it is a fundamental building block for your ballet journey. By participating in this high-energy class, you will improve your flexibility, build functional leg strength, and refine your posture.
Broche Ballet is committed to providing accessible yet rigorous instruction, and this fast-paced barre is the perfect way to challenge yourself while staying grounded in proper technique.
