Intermediate Ballet Barre: Refining Alignment and Musicality

Elevate your practice with this comprehensive intermediate-level ballet barre class at Broche Ballet. Designed for dancers who have moved beyond the basics, this 51-minute session emphasizes the fusion of technical precision and artistic expression. We begin with a focus on core stability and pelvic alignment, ensuring a solid foundation for more complex movements. Throughout the class, you will engage in a series of traditional exercises, including plié with relevé and tendu sequences that incorporate flexed-foot stretches to improve foot articulation and strength.

One of the primary technical focuses of this session is the rond de jambe. We explore intricate patterns featuring ton lié and cloche movements, challenging your coordination and control. To protect the integrity of your technique, we specifically address the height of the leg in rond de jambe en l'air, maintaining a functional 65-degree angle to prevent pelvic tilting. This attention to detail ensures that your turnout remains initiated from the hip rather than the lower back. We also delve into the nuances of the passé with plié, providing critical corrections to help you avoid the common pitfall of sickled feet by leading with the heel.

Musicality is at the heart of this lesson. You will work on synchronizing your port de bras with your leg movements, creating a 'shadow' pattern where the arm and foot move as one harmonious unit. Highlights include a spirited pirouette combination set to 'The Entertainer' and a detailed adage featuring battu and ponché to build sustained strength and grace. Whether you are working on your weight distribution in fourth position pliés or perfecting your grand battement, this class offers the professional guidance needed to refine your artistry and physical execution. Join us at the barre and take the next step in your ballet journey.