What You'll Learn
- Refine alignment of the shoulders, hips, and ankles for maximum stability
- Master the control and flexibility required for clean enveloppé and retiré
- Engage the core and find a release in the upper body to prevent tension
- Improve foot articulation and leg engagement through tendu and coupé
- Integrate breath with movement to maintain a calm and focused mindset
About This Video
Experience the perfect blend of technical precision and mental clarity with our Moving Meditation follow-along ballet barre. This 23-minute session at Broche Ballet is designed to help you slow down and reconnect with your body, turning traditional exercises into a mindful practice. The class focuses on the essential elements of dance technique, including proper alignment, core engagement, and the fluid execution of movements. Throughout the video, you will be guided through a series of exercises such as tendu, fondu, and coupé, each performed with an emphasis on the breath and a calm, centered presence.
Our instructor provides detailed corrections to help you refine your form, focusing on the stacking of the shoulders, hips, and ankles. You will work through enveloppé and retiré movements, learning how to maintain a stable standing leg while increasing flexibility and control in the working leg. The class also incorporates moments of release, such as turning the head or softening the hips, to ensure that technical work never leads to unnecessary tension. By focusing on the tactile sensation of the floor and the extension of the limbs through à la seconde, you will develop a deeper physical awareness that carries over into all aspects of your dancing.
Whether you are practicing in a home studio or at the barre, this class offers a holistic approach to ballet. By integrating temps lié and sissonne-inspired actions, we encourage a sense of flow and grace. Join the Broche Ballet community for this unique practice that treats every plié and tendu as an opportunity for presence and growth. This is more than just a workout; it is a movement-based journey toward a stronger, more centered version of yourself.
