What You'll Learn
- Master the fondu technique to ensure stable and graceful jump landings
- Develop explosive speed and precision for pirouettes using relevé and passé
- Increase leg height and power through targeted grand battement sequences
- Learn to maintain core control and upper body placement during high-intensity movements
- Utilize the double bounce technique to improve quick-twitch muscle response
About This Video
Looking to add explosive power and razor-sharp precision to your jumps and turns? This 47-minute Power Barre class at Broche Ballet is designed specifically to bridge the gap between barre work and dynamic center combinations. We focus on the foundational mechanics of plié, fondu, and relevé to ensure your landings are controlled and your take-offs are powerful.
The class begins with an emphasis on proper fondu technique. The instructor guides you through the essential alignment of lifting the knee over the toe while maintaining an upright, lifted torso. This foundational movement is the secret to soft, safe landings in sauté and grand jeté.
By teaching your body the correct path of motion at the barre, you build the muscle memory required for complex choreography. As the session progresses, we introduce the double bounce and varied tempos to challenge your speed and coordination. You will work through intricate combinations involving passé and relevé, movements that are vital for mastering pirouettes and sustained balances.
These exercises are designed to push your cardiovascular fitness while maintaining the elegance and technical accuracy expected of a dancer. To wrap up the practice, we engage in grand battement to build the necessary height and strength for your big jumps. Even when fatigue sets in, the instructor provides modifications to ensure that your form never suffers.
This class is more than just a workout; it is a technical deep dive into the power phase of ballet. Whether you are preparing for a performance or simply want to improve your athletic capacity, this Power Barre session offers the tools you need to succeed.
