What You'll Learn
- How to integrate proper breathing techniques with spinal alignment for better balance and control.
- The execution of foundational movements including pliés, tendus, and su-su with technical precision.
- Artistic expression through port de bras and allongé movements choreographed to the Firebird finale.
- The practice of mindfulness and gratitude within a ballet context to enhance your connection to the dance community.
About This Video
Celebrate the conclusion of 2024 and ignite your creative spark for the coming year with our special New Year's Eve ballet class. In this 26-minute session, we return to the essential foundations of the art form—focusing on pliés and tendus—while fully embracing the spirit of gratitude and community that defines the Broche Ballet experience. This festive class is designed to be more than just a workout; it is a mindful reflection on your personal growth over the past year and an intentional preparation for the artistic journey that awaits in 2025.
We begin our practice at the barre, where we emphasize the critical role of proper breathing and spinal alignment. Mastering these fundamentals is the key to longevity in dance, helping you manage minor physical challenges and prevent future injuries. As we transition through our routines, you will work through a series of precise exercises, including fluid pliés and energetic tendus, honing your technical execution with every breath.
The highlight of this end-of-year celebration is a triumphant finale set to the stirring music of the Firebird. Inspired by the 'Firebird Finale' from Bruno Rocco’s evocative album, this segment encourages a deep, emotional connection between music and movement. You will find yourself lost in the rhythm, extending your lines through every port de bras and graceful allongé.
We also incorporate the su-su and conclude the session with a heartfelt révérence, a traditional gesture used to show appreciation for the art, the instructor, and the global community of dancers. Throughout the class, we discuss the significance of introspection after a performance or practice. By taking the time to appreciate the joy of movement, you strengthen your focus and engagement.
Whether you are an intermediate dancer or a beginner, this session invites you to set your heart on fire for the new year. Let’s bid farewell to 2024 with grace and step into 2025 with a renewed commitment to our ballet practice.
