What You'll Learn
- Master the Kniaseff method approach to rond de jambe and adage movements.
- Develop deep core and upper body stability to support high leg extensions.
- Refine musical phrasing and breath control during slow, sustained exercises.
- Improve hip flexibility and lower back alignment through floor-based feedback.
- Apply professional techniques to maintain a stable sacrum and neutral spine.
About This Video
Experience the unique and powerful Kniaseff method in this advanced floor barre class from Broche Ballet. This session focuses on a 'Long Adage,' a sequence designed to challenge your endurance, control, and artistry. By taking the traditional ballet barre to the floor, you eliminate the vertical pressure of gravity, allowing you to focus deeply on correct muscle engagement and skeletal alignment.
Instructor India Rose guides you through intricate movements like the rond de jambe and grand plié, emphasizing the importance of a stabilized upper body and a neutral sacrum. You will learn how to use your hands and core to prevent the upper body from lifting during demanding leg extensions, a common challenge in floor-based training. This class isn't just about physical exertion; it is an exploration of musicality.
You will learn how to breathe through slow, sustained movements, finding the 'flow' within the adage. While this session is geared toward advanced dancers, India provides modifications to ensure you are working safely within your own range of motion. For male dancers, this class offers exceptional benefits for hip mobility and lower back stability, areas that are often tight or under-conditioned in traditional training.
Whether you are looking to improve your turnout, strengthen your core, or simply explore a new dimension of ballet technique, this masterclass provides the professional guidance needed to elevate your practice from the comfort of your home.
