What You'll Learn
- How to maintain perfect hip squareness and pelvic stability during transitions
- Proper execution of fondu by opening both knees equally and engaging the standing leg
- The mechanics of controlling the thigh bone for cleaner ronds de jambe and cou-de-pied
- Techniques for keeping the heel forward to maximize turnout in side movements
- Mastery of hip contraction and relaxation during complex demi-rond sequences
About This Video
Building a strong technical foundation in ballet requires more than just high extensions; it requires the strength to control the movement from the inside out. This 'Super Sweaty Slow Barre' session from Broche Ballet is designed specifically to challenge your muscular endurance and refine your placement. By slowing down the tempo, we strip away the momentum and force you to engage the deep rotators and stabilizers of the hip. Throughout this practice, we focus on the intricate mechanics of movements like the rond de jambe, cou-de-pied, and fondu, ensuring that every transition is executed with precision.
One of the primary goals of this class is maintaining square hips. Many dancers struggle with 'hitching' the hip or losing pelvic alignment when moving to the side or into a demi-rond. This class provides specific cues to help you keep the heel forward and the thigh bone rotating correctly within the socket. You will learn to contract the back of the hip when moving to the front and keep both knees opening equally during a fondu. This level of detail is what separates a basic movement from true artistry.
As you work through these slow combinations, you will discover that the 'sweat' comes from the internal resistance you create. We emphasize the path of the thigh bone, ensuring that your turnout is active and sustained rather than static. Whether you are working on your tendu, plié, or mastering the transition of a jambe en l'air, these exercises provide the groundwork for more advanced center work and allegro. Join us at the barre and take the time to feel every muscle working as you strive for a deeper, more stable turnout that will elevate your entire dance practice.
