What You'll Learn
- Refine fluid port de bras and upper body integration during classical plié sequences.
- Enhance foot articulation and ankle strength using tendu, flex, and en cloche patterns.
- Master the sharp, quick pas de cheval footwork from the Cupid variation.
- Develop core stability and balance through su-su and single-leg hold transitions.
- Improve musicality and allegro speed with high-tempo Tarantella footwork.
About This Video
Elevate your daily practice with this specialized 25-minute ballet class from Broche Ballet, designed to bridge the gap between technical drills and classical repertoire. This session focuses on the foundational elements of the barre—specifically plié and tendu—while infusing them with the artistic flair of famous variations. We begin the class with a series of demi-plié and grand plié exercises set to the hauntingly beautiful music of Swan Lake.
During these sequences, you will focus on achieving a fluid port de bras, ensuring your upper body movements are integrated and graceful, reflecting the swan-like aesthetic essential for classical performance. Moving into the tendu portion of the class, we incorporate intricate enveloppé and en cloche patterns. These movements are essential for developing hip stability and precise articulation of the foot.
By focusing on the transition from a stretched tendu through a controlled fondu or relevé, you will build the functional strength required for more advanced allegro work later in your training. A unique highlight of this tutorial is the Cupid-inspired segment. Drawing inspiration from the Don Quixote variation, this section challenges your speed and precision through quick pas de cheval footwork.
You will practice maintaining a high level of core stability while performing these sharp movements, transitioning seamlessly into a su-su to test your balance. To conclude the session, we ramp up the energy with a Tarantella-themed combination. This high-tempo finale focuses on petit battement and musical phrasing, requiring quick footwork and coordination.
Throughout the video, your Broche Ballet instructor provides detailed cues on alignment and placement, ensuring that every movement—from the simplest tendu to the most complex combination—is executed with technical integrity and artistic intent. Whether you are looking to refine your foot articulation or simply want to dance to iconic ballet scores, this class offers a comprehensive workout for the dedicated dancer.
