What You'll Learn
- Deepen your understanding of proper turnout and hip rotator activation
- Master the alignment required for a stable and square retiré and passé
- Improve precision and control in cou-de-pied and grand plié movements
- Coordinate fluid port de bras to support lower body stability and balance
- Develop better foot articulation through demi-pointe and calf engagement
About This Video
In the world of dance, the smallest details often make the biggest difference. This "Deep Dive" follow-along barre class from Broche Ballet is an invitation to slow down and truly refine your technique through focused, high-repetition exercises. This 23-minute session is specifically designed for dancers who value a meditative and detailed approach to their training, allowing you to move past the simply knowing a step and into mastering the mechanics of how it is performed.
Throughout this class, we place a significant emphasis on the functional mechanics of turnout. Rather than simply forcing a position from the feet, you will learn to engage the gluteus maximus and the deep rotators beneath the hips to achieve sustainable, healthy rotation. We explore how to maintain this turnout while transitioning through foundational movements like tendu and dégagé.
By focusing on the opening of the knee and the lift through the back of the calf and demi-pointe, you will develop a more functional and aesthetically pleasing line. A major highlight of this practice is the work in retiré and passé. These positions are foundational for stability and future pirouettes, yet they are often rushed.
Here, we take the time to ensure the squareness of the hips and the activation behind the standing side shoulder. You will also practice cou-de-pied with precision, learning how the engagement of the lower body connects to a fluid port de bras and allongé. The session also covers the grand plié, focusing on the depth and control required to maintain alignment throughout the movement.
With the instructor providing constant feedback on proper activation and intensity, you will feel the work deep within the muscles. This barre isn't just about repetition; it's about building a conscious connection between your mind and body. Whether you are an intermediate dancer looking to polish your form or an advanced student returning to basics, this Broche Ballet session provides the technical clarity needed for a disciplined practice.
