Focused Ballet Warmup: Just Pliés and Tendus with Raymonda Music

Building a strong foundation is the secret to mastery in dance, and there is no better place to start than the very beginning of the barre. In this 25-minute focused practice session from Broche Ballet, we strip away the complexity of a full class to focus intensely on the two most vital movements: the plié and the tendu. Set to the elegant and inspiring music of Raymonda, this session provides the perfect environment to refine your technique, alignment, and artistry.

Throughout this video, your instructor guides you through intentional combinations designed to wake up the muscles and establish correct placement. We begin with a deep dive into the demi-plié and grand plié, ensuring your knees are tracking over your toes and your heels remain grounded where necessary. From there, we transition into tendu exercises that emphasize the articulation of the foot and the resistance against the floor. Proper footwork is essential for stability in more advanced movements like an arabesque or pirouette, and this class helps you build that necessary strength.

One unique aspect of this tutorial is the focus on port de bras. Using the creative imagery of showing and hiding a 'flower,' you will learn how to coordinate your arm movements with your legwork. This adds a layer of performance and drama to your practice, transforming simple exercises into a cohesive dance routine. You will practice these challenge combinations on both the left and right sides to ensure muscular symmetry and improved balance. Whether you are working on your en dehors rotation or trying to maintain a steady tempo, the instructor provides constant cues on posture and poise. Join Broche Ballet for this beautiful practice session and experience how dedicated work on the fundamentals can transform your entire dance profile.