What You'll Learn
- How to transition smoothly from barre exercises to center jumps and turns.
- Techniques for maintaining a flat back and proper spinal alignment in arabesque.
- Improving the speed and height of grand battement through core engagement.
- Refining the timing of plié and relevé for better explosive power.
- Coordinating upper body stability with lower body precision.
About This Video
Welcome to an intensive 42-minute Power Barre session designed by Broche Ballet to bridge the gap between foundational barre exercises and the explosive energy required for center work. In this class, we move beyond simple repetition to focus on the mechanics of power, speed, and precision. Whether you are preparing for high-impact grand allégro or sharp pirouettes, this workout provides the conditioning necessary to execute these movements with grace and control.
The session begins with specialized combinations that emphasize core engagement and proper spinal alignment. A major focus of the class is the grand battement combination, which serves as the culmination of our power work. You will learn how to maintain a flat back and avoid falling backward by adjusting the curvature of your spine as you transition into arabesque.
This subtle pelvic and spinal coordination is essential for maintaining balance during high-energy movements. Throughout the class, we explore the relationship between timing and control. By mastering the speed of your relevé and the depth of your plié, you develop the elastic quality needed for jumps.
We also dive into fondu and développé exercises to build the sustained strength required for controlled leg extensions. The instructor provides detailed feedback on body positioning, ensuring that every movement contributes to better alignment and technique. In addition to lower body power, this class highlights the importance of the upper body.
We practice maintaining a strong, quiet torso while the legs perform complex patterns, a skill that translates directly to improved stability during turns. By the end of this 42-minute practice, you will have a deeper understanding of how to harness your internal strength to create more dynamic and precise ballet movements. Join us at Broche Ballet as we refine your technique and push your limits at the barre.
