35-Minute High-Intensity Speed Barre: Master Your Ballet Technique

In this dynamic 35-minute Speed Barre class, Broche Ballet instructor Julie leads you through a comprehensive ballet routine designed for efficiency, stamina, and technical precision. This session is specifically crafted for the dancer who wants to keep their blood flowing and their technique sharp without the interruption of lengthy explanations. We dive straight into streamlined combinations, allowing you to focus on the physical execution, muscle memory, and the continuous flow of the movement.

The class follows a traditional barre structure, beginning with a grounding plié sequence and moving rapidly through essentials like tendu, dégagé, and fondu. Throughout this fast-paced workout, Julie emphasizes the importance of maintaining an "easy face"—staying relaxed and poised in your expression even as the physical intensity increases. You will work on the sharpness of your frappé and the controlled, melting strength required for fondu, ensuring that every movement is executed with professional intention.

A central focus of this Speed Barre session is the commitment to leg height and postural integrity. Rather than settling for a lower leg position or softened knees as fatigue sets in, you will be encouraged to stretch tall through the supporting leg and maintain your working leg at a beautiful, consistent height. We also explore the su-su to find balance and center before transitioning through various battement exercises.

To conclude the barre, we perform a fluid adagio designed to develop sustained strength, grace, and flexibility. This final sequence ensures that your muscles are elongated and your heart rate remains steady. Whether you are using this as a quick morning warm-up or a focused technical practice between longer sessions, this class challenges your cardiovascular endurance while reinforcing the fundamentals of alignment.

Join us at Broche Ballet to elevate your daily practice with this efficient, high-energy Speed Barre.