What You'll Learn
- Techniques for articulating through the demi-pointe to improve foot strength and floor pressure.
- The 'sleight of hand' method for fluid arm movements during fondu and port de bras.
- Coordinating complex reverse port de bras movements with traditional barre exercises.
- How to create maximum length in the legs by reaching from the hip socket during dégagé.
- Integrating musical phrasing and counts into transitions like ton lié and cambré.
About This Video
At Broche Ballet, we believe that technique is the foundation of artistry. This 34-minute Gentle Ballet Barre session is designed for dancers who want to slow down and focus on the 'how' and 'why' behind every movement. Rather than rushing through combinations, this class invites you to explore the intersection of musicality, fluidity, and technical precision.
Throughout the sequence, you will work on core movements including plié, tendu, and rond de jambe, all while maintaining a specific focus on the quality of your transitions. ' This coordination exercise challenges you to move your upper body in harmony with your lower body, creating a seamless, professional look. We also delve into the 'sleight of hand' technique during fondu—a method of using the depth of your plié to naturally guide the arm, rather than relying on the elbow.
This creates an illusion of effortless grace that is essential for stage performance. Foot articulation is another cornerstone of this session. You will be guided to move through the demi-pointe with intention, ensuring pressure against the floor even during ton lié and pas de cheval.
By focusing on reaching away from the hip socket during dégagé and extensions, you will learn to maintain 'long legs' without over-engaging the glutes. The class concludes with a beautiful adage sequence that integrates fluid upper-body movements with stable, controlled extensions. This session is perfect for any dancer looking to soften their approach while deepening their technical discipline.
Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your phrasing and bring a new level of elegance to your daily practice.
