Progressing Ballet Technique: Advanced Turnout and Core Conditioning

Welcome to a focused session of Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) at Broche Ballet, designed to refine your stability and unlock a greater range in your turnout. This class utilizes specialized equipment, including the small fusion ball and the large exercise ball, to challenge your proprioception and muscle memory in ways traditional floorwork cannot. We begin with a targeted bridge warm-up to activate the glutes and core, setting the foundation for the deep muscle engagement required throughout the lesson. The focus then shifts specifically to the deep rotators. By utilizing the small fusion ball during retiré and coupé exercises, you will learn to maintain external rotation without over-recruiting the larger surface muscles, ensuring a more stable and aesthetically pleasing line.

As we progress to the large exercise ball, the intensity increases with movements in devant and à la seconde. These exercises are specifically curated to improve hip flexibility and core control. You will practice functional movements such as scissor kicks and développé extensions, which require a delicate balance of hamstring flexibility and core strength. The instability of the ball forces your body to find its true center, strengthening the sus-sous position and improving your overall alignment. Throughout the class, we emphasize the importance of the deep rotators and core muscles in maintaining proper turnout. Whether you are working on your attitude or striving for a higher développé, the principles of PBT will help you achieve a more disciplined and powerful technique. This conditioning is essential for any dancer looking to bridge the gap between physical strength and artistic expression. Join us at Broche Ballet as we dive deep into the mechanics of movement to help you dance with more freedom, precision, and confidence in every step.