What You'll Learn
- Refine foot articulation through specialized demi-plié heel lifts designed to stretch the big toes.
- Enhance artistic expression by coordinating eye contact with port de bras and cambré sequences.
- Develop complex coordination by combining rhythmic tendu patterns with pas de cheval and tombé.
- Practice fluid transitions using imagery-based movement to create smoother rond de jambe and adage.
- Master alignment in sous-sous and strength in developpé and fourth arabesque.
About This Video
Embrace the magic of the season with Broche Ballet’s festive Holiday Cheer at the Barre. This 44-minute session is designed to elevate your technical precision while nurturing your inner artist. Set to a delightful soundtrack of Christmas classics, this class transforms traditional exercises into a joyful celebration of dance, making it the perfect way to stay motivated and inspired during the holiday season.
The class begins with fundamental plié sequences, but with a unique focus: incorporating specific heel-lift stretches to improve foot articulation and big toe flexibility. This attention to detail is essential for a strong relevé and overall stability in your center work. You will move through intricate tendu patterns that challenge your coordination by integrating pas de cheval and tombé movements, ensuring your footwork remains sharp and rhythmic.
A core theme of this session is the Artistry Barre concept. Our instructor-led cues encourage you to use your eyes to follow the hands during port de bras and cambré, ensuring every movement is expressive rather than just mechanical. During the rond de jambe and fondu segments, we use evocative imagery—like the metaphor of showing a rose to the audience—to help you find a sense of performance and fluidity.
This approach helps dancers transition from simple exercise to true artistry. As the class progresses, the technical complexity increases to keep intermediate dancers engaged. You will work on maintaining a centered alignment in sous-sous and developing core strength through controlled développé.
The session culminates in a detailed adage featuring fourth arabesque, where the focus shifts to breath control and the seamless transition between positions. Whether you are looking to maintain your technique during the winter break or simply want to infuse your daily practice with holiday spirit, this class offers a perfect balance of rigor and grace. Join our global community at Broche Ballet and rediscover the joy of the barre this Christmas season.
