What You'll Learn
- Execute a full barre sequence efficiently with minimal downtime between combinations.
- Improve upper body alignment by maintaining a wide chest and open shoulders during pliés.
- Master the mechanics of grand battement and relevé passé en croix with proper hip placement.
- Develop mental focus and physical control during rapid side-to-side transitions.
- Maintain a steady sous-sus and clean port de bras while working at an increased tempo.
About This Video
Maximize your training time with this high-energy Speed Barre session at Broche Ballet. Designed for the dancer on the go, this 35-minute class packs a full barre sequence into a streamlined format. Instructor Julie leads you through a series of "simple-ish" combinations that prioritize movement flow over lengthy explanations.
This is the perfect practice for days when you need to feel your muscles work and your technique align without spending an hour at the barre. Throughout this session, you will move through essential movements including plié, coup de pied, and passé. Despite the brisk pace, the focus remains firmly on technical precision.
You will work on maintaining a wide chest and open shoulders during your port de bras, ensuring your posture remains elegant even as the heart rate rises. We dive deep into leg extensions and stability, practicing arabesque and grand battement with a focus on keeping the standing shoulder down and the hips square. One of the key challenges of a Speed Barre is the transition.
You will learn to stay calm and focused during the quick sous-sus shifts and side-to-side changes. This mental discipline is crucial for developing the stamina required for longer center work and choreography. We also tackle the technical nuances of the relevé passé en croix, emphasizing the correct movement of the hips and toes—brushing through the floor with the toes forward and the hips back.
Whether you are looking to squeeze in a workout before your day starts or want to use this as a vigorous warm-up for center practice, this class provides a comprehensive technical tune-up. By the end of the 35 minutes, you will have worked your entire body, refined your alignment, and sharpened your mental agility. Join us at Broche Ballet and experience how a focused, fast-paced barre can transform your dance practice.
