What You'll Learn
- Master the precise pathway of port de bras to achieve graceful, fluid arm movements.
- Understand how to use breath to enhance timing, control, and stamina.
- Learn the correct execution of allongé to elongate your lines and add professional polish.
- Improve coordination in complex fondu and développé combinations.
- Utilize visualization techniques to maintain proper neck alignment and elbow placement.
About This Video
In the world of ballet, the legs provide the foundation, but the arms and breath bring the artistry to life. This comprehensive 47-minute Technique Barre class at Broche Ballet is designed to help you bridge the gap between mechanical movement and expressive dance. We focus specifically on the nuance of port de bras, the timing of breath, and the precise execution of the allongé to create a seamless, professional line.
Throughout this session, you will explore how the pathway of the arms influences the overall quality of your movement. Starting with foundational exercises like tendu and moving into more complex combinations like fondu and développé, you will learn to maintain control and fluidity. A key focus of this class is the concept of "allongé"—the lengthening or elongation of the line—and how to pass through this position naturally without breaking the flow of the exercise. You will practice releasing into the allongé before moving the arm in fondu, ensuring a smooth and "melting" quality throughout.
Our instructor emphasizes proper alignment and posture using innovative visualization techniques. For instance, you will learn to visualize the ceiling as a reference point to maintain a straight neck and beautifully placed elbows. By focusing on these small but vital details, you can create stunning silhouettes from every angle in the room. This class isn't just about finishing the exercise; it's about the journey of the arm through space. Expect to refine your timing as you coordinate your breath with your movements, whether you are working in a tight coupé or extending into a high développé. Join us at Broche Ballet to transform your upper body technique and find more grace in your daily practice.
