What You'll Learn
- Improve foot speed and precision in complex fondu and développé combinations
- Master the coordination of the fondu enveloppé while maintaining core stability
- Refine technical alignment and head placement during rapid weight shifts
- Build cardiovascular stamina and muscle memory through continuous barre work
- Enhance control and power in transitions like the développé grand rond de jambe
About This Video
Welcome to the Super Sweaty Speed Barre at Broche Ballet, a high-intensity session designed for dancers who are ready to take their technique to the next level. This 36-minute class is built on the philosophy of 'less instruction, more dancing,' allowing you to find your flow and stay in the zone. We move quickly through traditional barre sequences, challenging your muscle memory and your ability to maintain impeccable form even when the tempo picks up.
The class focuses heavily on the legs' strength and flexibility, specifically targeting movements like the fondu and développé. You will explore the intricacies of the fondu enveloppé, where the emphasis is on the coordination between the supporting leg's melting action and the working leg's sharp precision. We also dive into the développé grand rond de jambe, a movement that requires immense control and a deep understanding of turnout to execute correctly at speed.
Technical accuracy is at the heart of everything we do at Broche Ballet. Even in a 'speed' setting, we prioritize proper alignment. You will be reminded to keep your head placed correctly over your supporting foot during side movements, ensuring you stay balanced and ready for the next transition.
From the initial plié to the final relevé, we challenge you to maintain a long, lifted spine and engaged core. The workout also incorporates various plié patterns, including the plié passé and movements like the delapé to the back. These exercises are not just about the legs; they are about finding the power and control necessary to finish every movement with grace.
By the end of this session, you’ll have worked through a comprehensive series of brushes and closures that build the fast-twitch muscle response needed for advanced center work and allegro. If you’re looking for a barre that makes you sweat while sharpening your mind and body, this is the perfect practice for you.
