What You'll Learn
- Refine fast-paced footwork technique in tendu and dégagé
- Improve core stability during high-intensity grand battement and arabesque
- Develop the power and heel-drive necessary for stable passé and pirouette
- Build cardiovascular stamina and endurance for longer ballet sequences
- Maintain proper alignment and turnout while working at an increased tempo
About This Video
Welcome to Super Sweaty Speed Barre at Broche Ballet, a high-energy class designed for dancers who want to minimize the wait time and maximize the movement. In this session, we trade lengthy explanations for continuous flow, challenging your cardiovascular endurance while maintaining the technical precision required for classical ballet. If you are looking for a barre that builds heat and pushes your physical limits, this is the perfect addition to your practice routine.
Throughout this forty-minute session, we focus on the core fundamentals that define a strong dancer. You will move through a comprehensive series of exercises including sharp tendu and dégagé combinations, fluid arabesque extensions, and powerful grand battement sequences. The instructor provides constant verbal cues focused on proper placement and alignment, ensuring that even at a faster tempo, your core remains engaged and your turnout is active. We emphasize the importance of driving through the heel to find stability in your passé and power in your pirouette preparations.
This class is specifically designed to help you transition from the slow, deliberate pace of a beginner class to the dynamic speed required for advanced center work. We explore the mechanics of rotation and the subtle shifts in weight necessary for executing complex movements like fouetté turns and grand jeté leaps. By working at this increased tempo, you will develop the muscle memory and stamina needed for longer choreographic pieces. Beyond the physical challenge, the session also touches on the importance of proper breathing and relaxation techniques to prevent fatigue and maintain focus. Join us at Broche Ballet for a session that is as physically demanding as it is rewarding, and discover the power of a truly efficient Speed Barre.
