What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining hip alignment and weight placement during tendu.
- Proper execution of coup de pied and fondu for fluid movement.
- The benefits of a two-handed barre for stability and mindfulness.
- Essential post-class stretches for calves and big toe joints.
- Integrating breath and relaxation into your daily ballet practice.
About This Video
Welcome to Broche Ballet’s Moving Meditation, a 25-minute practice designed to center your mind and body through the graceful art of ballet. In this session, we utilize a two-handed approach at the barre, providing the stability needed to focus deeply on alignment, muscle engagement, and the rhythmic flow of your breath. This class is more than just a physical workout; it is an opportunity to cultivate presence and precision in every movement.
Throughout the practice, we focus on fundamental movements such as the tendu and fondu. You will learn the importance of keeping your weight securely on the standing side, allowing the working leg to move with freedom and clarity. We pay close attention to the details that make ballet both beautiful and functional: the extension of the kneecap, the line of the shin, and the articulation through the ankle and demi-pointe.
By keeping two hands on the barre, you can ensure your hips remain square and forward, preventing the common habit of twisting or leaning. Our instructor guides you through a sequence of coup de pied and retiré positions, emphasizing the transition into a smooth fondu. We integrate port de bras and allongé movements to encourage a sense of length and relaxation throughout the upper body.
This holistic approach ensures that while your legs are working, your breath remains steady and your muscles avoid unnecessary tension. To conclude the practice, we spend time on essential recovery. Stretching the calves and the big toe joint is vital for maintaining flexibility and foot health, especially after a series of relevés or foot-heavy exercises.
This gentle session is perfect for days when you need to slow down, refine your technique, and reconnect with the joy of movement. Whether you are a beginner looking for stability or an experienced dancer seeking a mindful reset, this moving meditation offers the perfect balance of discipline and peace.
