Speed Barre: High-Repetition 35-Minute Ballet Technique

Finding time for a full ballet class can be challenging, but this 35-minute Speed Barre at Broche Ballet is designed to maximize your training in a compressed timeframe. Led by Julie, this session is perfect for dancers who want a high-repetition, technical workout that keeps the heart rate up while refining the fundamentals. The class moves quickly through traditional sequences, focusing on the essential mechanics that build strength and stability.

The session begins with a specific focus on fondus. During these exercises, you will focus on the 'pulling by opening' action, ensuring the under leg remains rotated forward rather than lifting away from the barre. This attention to detail ensures that even at a faster pace, your technique remains precise and your muscles are properly engaged. We then transition into développé en croix. Julie emphasizes the role of the glute in pressing forward to maintain an open knee and forward-facing heel. Proper hip alignment is key here: keeping the standing hip down while allowing the working hip to find its natural lift helps prevent common technique errors. These high-repetition exercises are designed to build stamina and muscle memory, making them a staple for any serious practice routine.

Despite the 'speed' aspect, this class does not neglect the importance of recovery. We conclude with a dedicated segment for stretching and relaxation. You will learn to reach out and stretch forward, finishing each movement with grace. Most importantly, you will practice the art of releasing tension in the body, ensuring that your muscles remain long and supple even after a 'sweaty' technical session. Whether you are an intermediate dancer looking to squeeze in a mid-week workout or an advanced student wanting to polish your en croix movements, this Speed Barre offers the perfect balance of intensity and technical precision. Join our global community at Broche Ballet and elevate your practice one plié at a time.