What You'll Learn
- Proper execution of foundational movements like fondu, tendu, and développé.
- Technique for maintaining turnout and improving ankle flexibility.
- Coordination of port de bras with leg movements for grace and fluid motion.
- Balance and control through passé and arabesque positions.
- The art of allongé to soften and extend the line of the arms.
About This Video
Welcome to your daily dose of movement with this 30-minute Beginner Ballet Barre class from Broche Ballet. Designed specifically for those starting their journey or looking to refine their fundamentals, this session provides a comprehensive workout that balances technique with the joy of dance. In this class, our instructor leads you through a structured series of barre exercises intended to build strength, flexibility, and proper alignment.
We begin with essential movements like tendu and plié, focusing on the correct foot articulation and the feeling of growing through the spine. As the session progresses, we delve into more complex sequences including fondu and port de bras, where you will learn to coordinate your arm movements with your leg work gracefully. A key focus of this practice is turnout.
You will learn how to engage the correct muscles to maintain a safe and effective rotation from the hips. We also emphasize the importance of the ankle and heel, specifically how to lengthen the heel away from the calf during fondu and développé to achieve a beautiful, clean line. The class also explores position work, such as the high fifth position, teaching you how to curve the hand and wrist for that classic ballet silhouette.
You will practice the passé and arabesque, improving your balance and control through repetition and expert feedback. The lesson concludes with a focus on allongé, a movement that teaches you to soften and extend the arms fluidly. Whether you are practicing at home or using a portable barre, this routine is designed to be accessible yet challenging.
By repeating these foundational patterns twice for each side, you will build the muscle memory necessary for more advanced center work. Join the Broche Ballet community and discover how a consistent barre practice can transform your posture and technique.
