What You'll Learn
- Master elbow-driven port de bras for better back support during grand pliés.
- Improve foot strength and line by articulating through the demi-pointe in every tendu.
- Maintain proper skeletal alignment by positioning femurs directly over the heels.
- Coordinate transitions so the hand and heel arrive in position simultaneously.
- Develop rhythmic agility and 'sass' with fast-paced tendu-fondu combinations.
About This Video
Elevate your foundational technique with this engaging 26-minute barre session from Broche Ballet. This class, "Pliés and Tendus with Fun Little Combos," is specifically designed for dancers who want to move beyond basic mechanics and find artistic expression in their fundamental work. We dive deep into the nuances of classical technique, focusing on how specific body mechanics—like driving the port de bras from the elbow—can transform your movement from functional to professional.
The session begins with a comprehensive plié sequence. You will work through demi-plié and grand plié in first, second, fourth, and fifth positions, with a particular emphasis on maintaining a centered alignment. By keeping the femur bones directly over the heels during your grand plié, you will avoid common placement errors and find a stronger, more stable upward lift.
The instructor guides you through integrated relevé and susu movements to challenge your balance and core stability from the start. As we transition into tendus, the focus shifts to intricate foot articulation. Every tendu is treated as an opportunity to strengthen the metatarsals by moving deliberately through the demi-pointe.
You will explore ton lié sequences that require precise weight placement and timing across the floor or at the barre. A key takeaway from this class is the concept of "simultaneous arrival": coordinating your port de bras so the hand and heel reach their closing positions at the exact same moment. To keep the energy high, the class incorporates rhythmic variations that mix tendu with fondu and cou-de-pied work.
These "fun little combos" are designed to enhance your musicality and agility. You will learn to pull the foot in with a sharp, "sassy" energy, similar to the crispness of a reverse frappé. Whether you are practicing in a home studio or a professional space, this Broche Ballet class provides the high-level technical cues needed to polish your daily barre practice.
