What You'll Learn
- Refine intermediate classical technique through a full barre and center sequence.
- Master the mechanics of jumps including the jeté, assemblé, and changement.
- Improve coordination and fluidity in transitions like the glissade.
- Develop better balance and core control for movements like sous-sus and relevé.
- Enhance artistic expression through purposeful port de bras and head placement.
About This Video
Welcome to an intensive intermediate ballet session at Broche Ballet. This comprehensive 90-minute class, led by special guest instructor Hannah Christian, is meticulously designed for dancers who have moved beyond the basics and are eager to challenge their precision, coordination, and artistic expression. The lesson follows a traditional structure, beginning with a rigorous barre sequence and transitioning into dynamic center work that tests your balance and spatial awareness.
During the barre portion, Hannah guides you through fundamental exercises including plié, relevé, and tendu. These exercises are not merely warm-ups; they are essential for establishing the turnout and core stability required for advanced movement. You will focus on the alignment of the hips and the strength of the supporting leg, ensuring a solid foundation for the more demanding center combinations to follow.
As we move away from the barre, the class shifts focus to footwork and petit allégro. You will practice specific combinations involving the glissade, assemblé, and jeté. Hannah provides expert feedback on how to achieve greater height in your jumps while maintaining soft landings and precise foot positions.
We also explore the changement and sous-sus to develop power and lightness. Throughout the session, the instructor emphasizes the importance of port de bras and head placement, helping you transform technical exercises into beautiful dance. Whether you are working on your timing in a glissade de suite or refining your turnout in a relevé, this class offers the professional guidance needed to elevate your practice.
By focusing on the nuances of classical ballet terminology and execution, you will gain a deeper understanding of how to move with both strength and grace. Join the Broche Ballet community and take the next step in your dance journey with this expertly crafted intermediate lesson.
