What You'll Learn
- The mechanics of a proper grand battement, focusing on foot articulation and leg height.
- How to effectively use demi-pointe to engage the foot and maintain balance.
- Correct alignment and core engagement for movements like arabesque and développé.
- Techniques for spreading the toes to ensure soft landings and controlled transitions.
About This Video
Refine your foundation with this comprehensive 47-minute beginner ballet barre, designed specifically for dancers who want to master the 'why' behind the movement. At Broche Ballet, we believe that slowing down is the fastest way to see progress. This session focuses on the intricate mechanics of classical ballet, providing detailed guidance on proper technique for foundational movements such as tendu, dégagé, and grand battement.
Throughout this class, you will explore the vital role of the demi-pointe in engaging the muscles of the foot, ensuring you maintain control and stability from the ground up. The instructor emphasizes the importance of articulation, particularly the necessity of spreading the toes when executing steps to ensure a soft, silent, and safe landing. By focusing on these often-overlooked details, you will build the strength and muscle memory required for more advanced work.
Beyond footwork, this video covers essential exercises including arabesque, cou-de-pied, and développé. You will learn how to maintain proper alignment and core engagement while coordinating your arm movements (allongé) with your leg work. Whether you are a total beginner or an experienced dancer looking to clean up your technique, this slow-paced practice provides the clarity needed to execute every battement with precision and grace.
Our detailed approach helps you understand ballet terminology while applying it to your physical practice, ensuring your classical ballet journey is built on a solid, professional-grade foundation. Join us at the barre and discover how mindful, detailed practice can transform your dancing.
