What You'll Learn
- Perfecting the alignment and depth of your plié across all positions
- Developing strong foot articulation and floor resistance in tendu
- Mastering the coordination and timing of fondu and port de bras
- Improving balance and calf strength through repetitive relevé work
- Applying foundational technique to petite allegro inspired 'little swan' footwork
About This Video
The journey of a ballet dancer begins and ends with the foundational movements of the barre. In this 25-minute practice session with Broche Ballet, we dive deep into the mechanics of pliés and tendus, the two most critical building blocks for all classical technique. Whether you are a beginner looking to establish correct form or an advanced dancer seeking to maintain precision and strength, this guided class offers the technical focus necessary to elevate your dancing.
We begin with comprehensive plié sequences that emphasize proper turnout and knee alignment, ensuring your joints are warmed up and protected. Moving into tendu combinations, we focus on the articulation of the foot and the strength of the inner thighs. The class also explores the art of the fondu, emphasizing the 'melting' quality that bridges the gap between slow extensions and powerful jumps.
Throughout the lesson, our instructor provides detailed cues on port de bras to ensure your upper body remains fluid and supported while the legs do the work. You will also practice relevé exercises to build ankle stability and prepare for future pointe work or allegro sequences. To add a touch of artistry and speed, we introduce a short sequence inspired by the 'little swans,' focusing on the petite allegro footwork that requires quick, precise movements.
By the end of this session, you will have a better understanding of how these basic exercises translate into the grace and power seen on stage. Join us at the barre and refine your technique one movement at a time.
