What You'll Learn
- Master the transition from à la seconde to arabesque during grand rond de jambe.
- Improve devant extension height and control by engaging deep core stabilizers.
- Refine promenade technique by leading with the heel and maintaining turnout with the ball.
- Utilize demi-plié and stretching to maximize rotation and hip flexibility.
- Develop better muscle memory for foot placement and inner thigh engagement.
About This Video
Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) is a revolutionary conditioning program designed to refine muscle memory and enhance functional stability for dancers. In this specialized session at Broche Ballet, we dive into a comprehensive PBT routine that targets the deep stabilizer muscles essential for elite ballet technique. By utilizing a stability ball, this class provides immediate tactile feedback, allowing you to feel exactly where your weight and alignment should be during complex movements.
We begin with a core-focused warmup to prepare the body for the demands of devant extensions. You will learn how to engage the correct muscle groups to lift the leg without gripping the hip flexors, resulting in a freer and more controlled extension. A major focus of this practice is the transition from à la seconde to arabesque during a grand rond de jambe.
This movement is a common technical hurdle, but by using PBT principles, you will learn to maintain your turnout and keep the front of the hip high as the leg travels through space. Furthermore, the class explores the mechanics of the promenade. We emphasize leading with the heel and wrapping the pinky toe down toward the ball to secure a solid rotation.
Through exercises like demi-plié and attitude balance, you will deepen your understanding of how rotation and stretching work together to improve your overall facility. Whether you are looking to increase the height of your extensions or improve your balance in center, this PBT session offers the technical insights needed for significant progression in your ballet journey. Join the Broche Ballet community to start training your body for precision and strength.
