What You'll Learn
- Master fluid port de bras by learning how the elbow leads the wrist and hand
- Improve stability using the 'one finger' balance check technique at the barre
- Execute proper développé and arabesque with correct alignment and turnout
- Enhance flexibility through safe, posture-focused stretching and glute engagement
About This Video
Elevate your foundational technique with this comprehensive 45-minute Long Beginner Ballet Barre class from Broche Ballet. Designed specifically for students looking to refine their form and build sustainable strength, this session moves beyond simple repetition to explore the mechanics behind every movement. Whether you are practicing in a home studio or a dedicated space, this guided class provides the professional structure needed to advance your dancing.
A primary focus of this lesson is the artistry and mechanics of port de bras. We often think of ballet arms as starting from the hands, but in this class, we shift that perspective to understand how the elbows are truly in charge. You will learn how the elbow effectively 'drags' the wrist and hand, creating a sense of fluid weight and grace.
By keeping the elbow facing down and drawing it back consciously, you avoid common mistakes like stiff wrists, resulting in a more professional silhouette. Balance and stability are also central themes. We introduce the 'one finger at a time' balance check, a practical technique that allows you to feel exactly where your weight is centered over the ball of the foot without losing your alignment.
This mindful approach to the barre helps build the proprioception required for center work. As we move through the sequence, we tackle more complex movements like the développé and arabesque. You will learn the importance of moving through a clean first position to find height and extension without compromising your posture.
The class concludes with a series of stretching and flexibility exercises. We emphasize the role of the glutes and core during stretches; by lifting 'up and back' while reaching forward, you protect your lower back and maximize the lengthening of the hamstrings. This Broche Ballet session is an excellent tool for anyone wanting to master the fundamental principles of ballet while enjoying a full-length, rigorous practice.
