What You'll Learn
- Master the mechanics and hip rotation required for smooth rond de jambe en l'air
- Improve jump coordination by connecting grand battement height with core stability
- Develop a powerful relevé by utilizing the 'flick of the toes' technique
- Refine shoulder placement and spinal alignment to prepare for pirouettes and turns
- Enhance foot articulation through intentional brushing in tendu and dégagé movements
About This Video
Elevate your daily practice with this comprehensive 44-minute Intermediate Ballet Barre class from Broche Ballet. This session is specifically designed for dancers who have moved beyond the basics and are looking to refine the intricate technical nuances that define advanced performance. Our primary focus in this class is the rond de jambe en l'air, a movement that requires immense core stability, hip flexibility, and precise control. Throughout the session, we delve into the mechanics of the leg circling in the air, ensuring that the rotation originates from the hip while maintaining a stable, quiet pelvis.
In addition to our work on rond de jambe, we explore the essential relationship between the plié and the relevé. One of the key technical takeaways from this session is the 'flick of the toes' technique. Rather than simply pushing upward with the calf, you will learn how the articulation of the toes initiates the lift into relevé, providing the necessary power and grace for more advanced jumps and turns. We also integrate grand battement exercises to improve jump coordination, emphasizing that the height of the leg should never compromise your overall alignment or the depth of your supporting plié.
Proper posture and alignment are the cornerstones of this class. The instructor provides detailed feedback on maintaining a long spine and keeping the shoulders back and down, particularly when preparing for turns like the pirouette. We use the tendu and passé to build the foundational strength and placement required for these dynamic movements. By focusing on the intentional brush of the foot through the floor, you will develop the 'floor-feel' that distinguishes professional execution. Whether you are working on your enveloppé transitions or perfecting your développé height, this class offers the technical depth needed to progress. At Broche Ballet, we believe that intermediate training is about bridging the gap between basic steps and true artistry. Join us at the barre to refine your balance and control.
