What You'll Learn
- Proper alignment and knee placement for a deeper, more functional plié.
- How to utilize the 'push and pull' technique to generate power and control.
- Engaging the core to maintain stability during relevé and arabesque.
- Refining timing and tension for more dynamic and precise movements.
- Strategies for executing complex combinations like double piqué and enveloppé.
About This Video
The foundation of all ballet movement lies in the depth and quality of your plié. In this comprehensive 40-minute technique barre from Broche Ballet, we dive deep into the mechanics of the plié to help you build a stronger, more resilient dance practice. This class isn't just about bending your knees; it's about understanding the internal physics of the movement to generate power for jumps, stability for turns, and grace in your transitions.
Throughout the session, we explore various exercises that challenge your alignment and timing. We begin with a dedicated plié and relevé sequence that emphasizes proper knee placement and core engagement. By focusing on the tension required to control the descent and the power needed for the ascent, you will learn how to make every movement intentional.
We then transition into tendu and arabesque work, where we apply these principles of depth and resistance to more expansive positions. One of the key concepts covered in this lesson is the 'push and pull' technique. The instructor guides you through how to use the floor as a tool, pushing away to find height in your relevé and pulling into the ground to find depth in your plié.
This approach helps dancers avoid 'sitting' in their joints and instead creates a dynamic, active stance. We also cover movements such as passé, enveloppé, and double piqué to test your balance and precision. By focusing on the end point of each movement, you will develop a clearer line and better control.
Whether you are working on your fondu or perfecting the extension in an arabesque, the emphasis remains on symmetry and technical accuracy. This class encourages you to work both sides equally, ensuring a balanced development of strength and flexibility. Join Broche Ballet for this technical deep-dive and transform your barre practice into a powerhouse for your center work.
