What You'll Learn
- How to build explosive power for jumps like the cabriole and grand jeté.
- Techniques for maintaining turnout and alignment during fast-paced piqué fondu.
- Developing the coordination and core control needed for stable turns and smooth adage.
- Improving tempo and timing to enhance the dynamic quality of your footwork.
About This Video
Welcome to a high-energy Power Barre session at Broche Ballet, designed for dancers who want to push their physical limits and refine their technical precision. This 50-minute class is specifically engineered to bridge the gap between barre work and the explosive power required for center allegro and turns. We move beyond basic repetition, focusing on 'spicy' and sweaty combinations that challenge your endurance and muscle memory. The class begins with a comprehensive warm-up before diving into complex movements including grand pliés, sharp dégagés, and the intricate coordination of piqué fondu.
A primary focus of this session is the cabriole. The instructor provides detailed feedback on how to utilize the standing leg and maintain turnout to achieve the necessary lift and beat. You will explore various movements en croix, ensuring balanced development across both sides of the body. Throughout the adage section, we emphasize control and placement, while the grand battement segments focus on building the functional strength needed for height and speed in jumps. By focusing on tempo and timing, you will learn how to transition from the floor to the air with greater efficiency.
Whether you are looking to improve your height in jumps or the stability of your turns, this class offers the technical corrections and rigorous practice required for advancement. The instructor demonstrates each exercise with clarity, ensuring that even as the tempo increases, your alignment and posture remain the priority. Join us for a session that combines the discipline of traditional ballet with the power of a modern conditioning workout.
