What You'll Learn
- Advanced techniques for maintaining hip stability during high développé extensions.
- The mechanics of spotting and control for successful fouetté and développé turns.
- Proper alignment and extension for a graceful penché in arabesque.
- Integration of transitions like tombé and coupé into fluid center combinations.
- Refinement of port de bras to enhance artistic expression and upper body coordination.
About This Video
Elevate your classical training with this comprehensive 31-minute ballet class, modeled after the rigorous standards of the Prix de Lausanne. This session is designed for dedicated dancers who wish to refine their technique, focusing on the intricate details that separate good dancing from great performance. We begin with a full barre that emphasizes the foundational elements of turnout, alignment, and core stability. Throughout the exercises, you will engage in specific movements such as dégagé and développé à la seconde, ensuring that the hips remain stable and secure even as the legs reach for higher extensions.
As we transition from the barre to center floor work, the focus shifts toward dynamic control and musicality. You will practice développé turns and fouetté turns, learning how to maintain your center of gravity while executing quick, controlled rotations. The instructor provides meticulous corrections, guiding you through the proper execution of port de bras and the fluid transition of a tombé and coupé. These elements are essential for creating the seamless flow required in advanced variations.
Flexibility and extension are also highlighted, specifically through penché in arabesque. By focusing on breathing and relaxation, you can achieve a deeper line without sacrificing the integrity of your posture. Whether you are preparing for a competition or simply want to bring a professional edge to your home practice, Broche Ballet is here to support your journey. This class utilizes traditional French terminology—including raccourci and cou-de-pied—to ensure you are fully immersed in the language of the art form. Through repetition and careful attention to the instructor's feedback, you will build the strength, coordination, and grace necessary for high-level ballet.
