What You'll Learn
- Master the melting quality of the fondu through precise hip and knee coordination.
- Improve transitions between quick and slow tempos at the barre for better musicality.
- Develop stability and balance by focusing on even weight distribution on the standing leg.
- Refine the execution of grand battement and développé with a focus on controlled height.
- Integrate fluid port de bras and allongé to enhance overall dance coordination.
About This Video
Welcome to this high-energy Speed Barre session at Broche Ballet, designed specifically for dancers who want less instruction and more dancing. This 41-minute class is a fast-paced journey through traditional barre exercises with an intensified focus on the mechanics of the fondu. Often described as the 'melting' step of ballet, the fondu requires a delicate balance of strength, timing, and grace. Throughout this session, we dive deep into the coordination required to make your movements look effortless, even when the tempo picks up. We focus on the crucial relationship between the hip and the knee, ensuring the hip initiates the movement to create that signature buttery quality.
The class structure is designed to keep your heart rate elevated while challenging your muscle memory. You will work through a series of combinations including ronds de jambe, développé, and passé, all while maintaining a grounded standing leg and proper alignment. We also explore the importance of weight distribution; by keeping your weight centered, you can achieve more stability during transitions into relevé or arabesque. This session isn't just about the legs; we integrate expressive port de bras and allongé movements to ensure your upper body remains as coordinated and fluid as your footwork.
As we progress into larger movements like grand battement, the emphasis shifts to control. We practice maintaining a tall posture and a quiet upper body, even as the legs reach their full range of motion. By alternating between quick and slow tempos, you will develop the versatility needed for complex choreography. This 'Super Sweaty' session concludes with a comprehensive combination that brings together every element practiced, leaving you feeling stronger, more coordinated, and thoroughly worked out. Join us at Broche Ballet to push your physical limits and refine your classical technique.
