What You'll Learn
- Techniques for leading with the elbow to create more expressive and fluid port de bras.
- How to create space in the hip joints and lengthen the femur during rond de jambe.
- Improving musicality by prioritizing movement flow and breath over rigid positioning.
- Maintaining proper rotation and alignment by initiating leg lifts from the heel.
- Coordinating complex arm movements during fondu and adage sequences.
About This Video
Welcome to a specialized session at Broche Ballet designed to help you reconnect with the artistry of movement through a slower, more intentional tempo. This 37-minute gentle ballet barre class is perfect for dancers who want to focus on the finer details of their technique without the intensity of a high-speed workout. Whether you are wearing flat shoes or training en pointe, this class provides the space to explore fluidity, musicality, and expressive upper-body phrasing.
The session begins with a series of demi and grand pliés, where the focus is not just on the legs, but on an integrated port de bras. You will learn how to lead with the elbow to create a graceful, continuous line that helps lift the torso out of the hips, creating a taller and more supported silhouette. As we move into tendus with pliés and flexes, the emphasis remains on the 'flow' and breathing through each transition, ensuring that your movement never looks static.
One of the technical highlights of this class is the rond de jambe work. Rather than focusing on height or speed, we prioritize lengthening the femur from the hip socket to maximize extension and avoid joint compression. This 'lengthening' mindset continues through dégagé patterns and fondu exercises, where we introduce complex 'dancing' arms to challenge your coordination and musicality. By focusing on the heel leading the movement, you will maintain better rotation and alignment throughout the sequence.
We conclude the barre with a lyrical adage and pas de cheval, encouraging a beautiful line through coordinated breath. This practice is ideal for intermediate to advanced dancers seeking to deepen their technical precision through a more mindful, expressive approach. Join us at Broche Ballet to discover how a slower tempo can lead to deeper technical breakthroughs and a more refined dance quality.
