What You'll Learn
- Master the mechanics of turnout from the hips during fondu and tendu exercises.
- Improve core stability and posture to support better alignment and balance.
- Utilize mental imagery and visualization to enhance leg rotation and movement quality.
- Refine complex sequences including temps lié and ronds de jambe with technical precision.
- Develop a sustainable practice strategy that emphasizes anatomical safety and flexibility.
About This Video
In this comprehensive technique barre class from Broche Ballet, we tackle the cornerstone of classical dance: functional turnout. Many dancers struggle with forcing rotation from the knees or ankles, but this session focuses on the correct anatomical engagement starting from the hips. Led by an expert instructor, this 41-minute practice session is designed to help you understand how to improve your turnout in every single class you take by focusing on body awareness and intentional movement.
The class begins with a series of fundamental exercises including tendu, dégagé, and ronds de jambe. We pay close attention to the brush of the foot and the importance of maintaining rotation even as the leg moves through the front, side, and back positions. One of the highlights of this session is the focus on the fondu—a melting movement that requires incredible control and strength. By breaking down the fondu into smaller, manageable parts, you will learn how to maintain your turnout without sacrificing alignment or core stability during the close of each movement.
Beyond the physical exercises, this class emphasizes the power of visualization and mental imagery. You will explore how these tools can help you find more space in the hip joint and achieve a more fluid temps lié. As you transition through these combinations, the instructor provides constant cues for core engagement and posture, ensuring that your technique remains clean and professional. The session also incorporates specific stretching and flexibility exercises to help you achieve a greater range of motion safely.
Whether you are practicing at home or in a studio, this Technique Barre class provides the tools necessary for long-term improvement. We focus on patience and persistence, recognizing that turnout is a journey of refinement. By the end of this session, you will have a better grasp of how to use your legs effectively and approach your practice with renewed self-compassion. Join the Broche Ballet community and start refining your technique today!
