What You'll Learn
- Mastering the control of battement fondu with sustained muscular effort.
- Improving turnout and height in grand battement through slow, controlled execution.
- Refining alignment and stability in passé and arabesque positions.
- Developing deep muscular stamina through 8-count movement cycles.
- Enhancing balance and core posture during methodical barre transitions.
About This Video
Welcome to a specialized session dedicated to the art of "slow work" at the barre. At Broche Ballet, we believe that the secret to virtuosity lies in the control you develop at a slow tempo. This "Super Slow 8 Counts Each" Barre is designed to strip away momentum and force you to rely entirely on correct muscle engagement and structural alignment. By executing every movement over eight deliberate counts, you gain the time to feel every transition, from the initial plié to the peak of a grand battement.
Throughout this 36-minute class, we dive deep into the mechanics of the barre. We begin with methodical pliés and tendus, ensuring the floor pressure is consistent and the turnout is initiated correctly from the hips. The challenge intensifies as we move into battement fondu. Here, the focus is on the "melting" quality—ensuring both legs bend and straighten simultaneously with perfect synchronization. Because the tempo is so slow, you will feel the work in your supporting leg, building the deep muscular stamina necessary for long adagio sequences and center work.
We also tackle movements like passé and arabesque with extreme deliberation. Holding these positions for extended counts allows you to find your true center and make the micro-adjustments needed for a rock-solid balance. The instructor provides constant feedback on posture, reminding you to keep the ribs closed and the neck long even as the legs grow heavy. We conclude with grand battement, where the slow release and controlled closing teach you how to manage the weight of the leg without compromising the stillness of the torso. Whether you are looking to rehabilitate your technique or simply want a workout that challenges your focus and discipline, this class offers the space to breathe and perfect your form.
