What You'll Learn
- Execute precise pliés and fondus with continuous fluid movement at a faster tempo.
- Maintain proper alignment and posture during high-tempo sequences to prevent injury.
- Transition smoothly between complex positions like attitude and arabesque with coordination.
- Use breath and port de bras to support the body and maintain focus through long combinations.
- Develop muscle memory and stamina by performing sequences with minimal instructional pauses.
About This Video
Welcome to a high-energy session at Broche Ballet designed for the dancer who wants to keep moving. Our Super Sweaty Speed Barre is a 36-minute intensive practice that prioritizes continuous movement over lengthy explanations. If you have ever felt that your standard class moves too slowly, this fast-paced workout is designed to challenge your cardiovascular stamina while simultaneously refining your technical precision.
By moving through the traditional barre sequence at an accelerated tempo, you will build the muscle memory and mental focus required for advanced choreography. Throughout this session, we dive straight into essential exercises including the plié, battement tendu, and dégagé. The focus remains on maintaining a strong core and correct alignment even as the tempo increases.
You will work through complex combinations that incorporate positions like attitude and arabesque, requiring both coordination and stability. The instructor guides you through these sequences with minimal interruption, allowing you to settle into the flow of the music and internalize the movements without the pause of extended demonstrations. One of the key elements of this speed barre is the emphasis on control.
Even during rapid-fire brushes and fondus, you are encouraged to maintain your turnout and avoid common pitfalls like collapsing into the supporting leg. We also explore the concept of the micro-bend to ensure fluidity and prevent locking the joints during extensions. As you move through développé and various stretches, you will learn how to use your breath to stay relaxed and centered.
This class is perfect for intermediate students who are comfortable with the vocabulary of ballet and are ready to test their agility. By reducing the time spent on verbal instruction, we create space for more dancing, allowing you to focus on the nuances of your own execution. Whether you are looking to improve your stamina or sharpen your focus during long combinations, this speed barre provides the perfect environment to push your limits and perfect your artistry.
