What You'll Learn
- Refine advanced barre combinations featuring complex attitude swings and développé work.
- Improve stability and control during slow, sustained adagio movements at the barre.
- Develop the mechanics and core engagement needed for successful fouetté turns and pirouettes.
- Enhance your sous-sus and tendu technique with a focus on alignment and floor pressure.
About This Video
Welcome to a high-intensity session designed for the dedicated dancer. This 47-minute Super Challenging Advanced Ballet Barre at Broche Ballet isn't just a warm-up; it's a deep dive into the technical nuances that separate intermediate students from advanced performers. Our instructor leads you through a rigorous series of exercises specifically crafted to build the strength, stamina, and precision required for the most demanding aspects of classical ballet.
The class begins with a brief review of foundational turns to find your center before diving into complex new material. You will work through intricate patterns including attitude swings and brush-on eights, pushing your range of motion while maintaining strict alignment. A significant portion of this lesson is dedicated to adagio work, where you'll focus on the controlled extension of the leg through développé and the stability of your standing leg in a high relevé.
These slow, sustained movements are essential for developing the deep muscular control needed for center work. A highlight of this practice is the detailed focus on turns, particularly pirouettes and fouetté turns at the barre. The instructor emphasizes that momentum should come from the body’s core and coordination, rather than relying solely on the arms for force.
By practicing these turns with the support of the barre, you can isolate the mechanics of the brush and the whip of the working leg, ensuring your technique is flawless before taking it to the center. Throughout the session, we emphasize the importance of sous-sus for finding your vertical axis and the use of the floor to generate power in every tendu and dégagé. This class is an excellent tool for dancers who want to improve their balance, refine their turn technique, and build the physical conditioning necessary for advanced choreography.
Join us at Broche Ballet and elevate your practice with this comprehensive barre experience.
