Quick 10-Minute Plié & Tendu Ballet Combination

Refine your technique and build a stronger foundation with this focused 10-minute ballet barre exercise from Broche Ballet. This class is specifically designed to target the two most essential movements in the dancer’s vocabulary: the plié and the tendu. By combining these movements into a single, streamlined sequence, you can focus on the quality of your transitions, turnout, and musicality without the distraction of overly complex choreography.

The combination begins in first position, focusing on the depth and control of your demi-plié and grand plié. We incorporate stretches and a cambré back to ensure the spine is warmed up and aligned. As the exercise progresses, we transition into tendu sequences that emphasize the articulation of the foot and the engagement of the inner thighs.

You will work through various patterns, including tendu with fondu, to challenge your stability and weight placement. A key focus of this session is keeping the port de bras fluid yet precise. We encourage dancers to keep the arms simple or even down at the sides if necessary to prioritize the work happening in the legs and core.

This approach allows you to feel the floor and maintain a solid sous-sous and balance at the end of the sequence. Whether you are looking for a quick morning warm-up or a supplemental exercise to add to your existing training, this combination provides the perfect balance of technical rigor and artistic expression, set to beautiful, inspiring music. Join us at Broche Ballet as we dive deep into the mechanics of the barre, ensuring every movement is executed with the poise and strength required for advanced classical dance.