What You'll Learn
- Refine plié technique and upper body coordination through cambré and port de bras.
- Improve foot articulation and leg extension in rhythmic tendu patterns.
- Enhance hip rotation and turnout stability using specific barre cues.
- Strengthen core control and balance during sous-sus and relevé transitions.
- Master fluid weight distribution using the temps lié technique.
About This Video
Elevate your daily practice with this 25-minute specialized barre class from Broche Ballet. This session focuses on the essential building blocks of ballet technique: the plié and the tendu. Unlike standard, repetitive exercises, this class utilizes an eclectic soundtrack—ranging from upbeat 'funky' rhythms to the dramatic flair of La Bayadère—to challenge your musicality, phrasing, and artistic expression.
The class begins with a comprehensive plié series, working through demi and grand plié in first, second, fourth, and fifth positions. Your instructor emphasizes the integration of the upper body, guiding you through fluid cambré and port de bras to ensure your movement is expressive and cohesive. Special attention is paid to maintaining proper heel placement and the mechanics of hip rotation, helping you achieve a deeper, more functional turnout from the hip joint.
Moving into the tendu portion, you will focus on the intricate articulation of the foot. By moving through the demi-pointe, you will build the strength and flexibility required for advanced allegro and center work. The session includes rhythmic combinations and en cloche patterns that require precision and quick weight distribution.
You will also practice the temps lié technique, which is vital for smooth transitions between positions and developing a grounded, graceful quality. Stability is a key theme throughout this class. You will be encouraged to use the barre not just for support, but as a tool to strengthen your supporting leg and engage your core.
The lesson concludes with balance challenges in sous-sus and relevé, where you will practice finding length through the spine and reaching through the fingertips. Supplementary exercises like petit développé and dégagé will further test your alignment. Whether you are looking to refine your foundations or simply enjoy a high-energy barre, this Broche Ballet session provides the technical cues and creative atmosphere needed to advance your dancing.
