What You'll Learn
- How to deepen rotation from the hips using correct muscular engagement.
- Techniques for maintaining heel-forward alignment in cou-de-pied and back positions.
- Coordination of the core and rotators during complex fondu and enveloppé combinations.
- Strategies for feeling equal turnout engagement in both the standing and working legs.
About This Video
Welcome to this 44-minute specialized Broche Ballet technique barre class designed to help you unlock a deeper, more functional understanding of your turnout. Turnout is more than just a static position; it is an active, dynamic engagement that starts at the hip and flows through the entire leg to the tips of the toes. In this session, we move beyond the basics to explore how to maintain rotation during complex movements like fondu and enveloppé.
The class begins by establishing a strong foundation in the hips. You will work through demi-plié and tendu exercises designed to awaken the deep rotators. A significant focus is placed on the cou-de-pied position, specifically when working to the back. We often lose our rotation in these moments, so we focus on keeping the heel forward and the knee back to ensure the turnout remains active and the alignment stays true.
As we progress through the barre, we integrate fondu and stretching exercises. These movements are critical for building the strength required for future extensions and high-level leg work. By feeling both legs working equally—the standing leg supporting the rotation while the working leg expresses it—you will develop the stability needed for center work. We also dive into enveloppé movements, emphasizing the sensation of the back of the hip taking over as the leg returns to a closed position or retires to the cou-de-pied.
This practice is not just about how far you can turn out; it is about the quality of the rotation and the core support that makes it sustainable. Whether you are working on your daily placement or preparing for more advanced extensions, this technique barre provides the anatomical cues and feedback necessary to elevate your practice. Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your alignment and build a more powerful, technical foundation for your dance journey.
