What You'll Learn
- How to maintain core stability and turnout during slow grand plié transitions
- Techniques for foot articulation in tendu and coup-de-pied for better precision
- Proper glute engagement and hip alignment during cambré back exercises
- Strategies to increase hip flexor flexibility and strength using ronds de jambe
- Developing deep muscular stamina by sustaining positions through controlled movement
About This Video
In the world of ballet, speed often masks technical deficiencies. To truly master the art, one must occasionally strip away the momentum and focus on the mechanics of every transition. This Super Slow Ballet Barre class at Broche Ballet is designed to do exactly that.
By slowing down traditional combinations, dancers are forced to find deep muscular engagement, maintain consistent turnout, and ensure perfect alignment from the tips of their toes to the top of their head. Throughout this 41-minute practice, you will navigate through essential barre components including grand plié, tendu, and ronds de jambe. The deliberate pace allows for a heightened focus on the nuances of movement, such as keeping the toes pointed until the very last second in coup-de-pied and ensuring the knee remains perfectly straight during a rond de jambe.
These small details are what separate a good dancer from a great one. One of the core focuses of this session is developing stamina. Holding a demi-plié or sustaining a cambré back for an extended period requires significant core stability and glute activation.
You will learn how to push the hips forward and squeeze the muscles of the back leg to protect the spine while achieving a beautiful line. The class also emphasizes the health of the hip flexors, providing stretches and controlled movements that build functional flexibility. Whether you are looking to fix a specific technical habit or simply want a challenging workout that targets the stabilizing muscles often missed in a fast-paced class, this slow barre provides the perfect environment.
Join our community at Broche Ballet as we dive deep into the foundations of ballet technique, refining our craft one slow, purposeful movement at a time. Enhance your control, improve your posture, and build the lasting stamina required for advanced adagio and center work.
