What You'll Learn
- Engaging the upper body and 'armpits' for better stability and port de bras control.
- Developing the explosive power and speed required for athletic jumps and turns.
- Mastering the 'grooved landing' technique to ensure strong, supported finishes after big jumps.
- Complex barre sequences involving double développé, fondu, and precise tendu work.
- Improving core engagement and balance during high passé and sous-sus movements.
About This Video
Elevate your technique with this specialized Men's Ballet Barre class at Broche Ballet, designed to bridge the gap between foundational barre work and the explosive requirements of grand allegro and virtuosic turns. While labeled as a men’s class, this session is perfect for any dancer looking to cultivate the athletic power, speed, and upper body stability typically emphasized in male ballet vocabulary. The lesson moves through a comprehensive series of exercises, including plié, tendu, fondu, and passé, all with a specific focus on preparing the body for the demands of center work.
One of the unique focal points of this class is the concept of 'remembering your armpits.' This cue is essential for engaging the serratus anterior and latissimus dorsi, ensuring a stable, supported upper body that remains calm even during complex footwork or powerful jumps. By maintaining this connection, dancers can achieve greater control over their center of gravity and improve the aesthetics of their port de bras. Throughout the 45-minute session, your instructor guides you through intricate sequences—such as tendu combinations with double développés and sous-sus transitions—that challenge both your memory and your muscle endurance.
A significant portion of the class is dedicated to 'grooving the landing.' We focus on the mechanics of the plié and the lift in the torso required to land big jumps with grace and safety. By practicing these landing positions at the barre, you build the muscle memory needed to support your joints during high-impact movements in the center. Whether you are working on your développé to the side or perfecting a high passé for pirouettes, this class emphasizes precision in every movement. Join Broche Ballet for this rigorous practice and develop the strong, supported technique necessary to take your jumps and turns to the next level.
