What You'll Learn
- Maintain a neutral spine and pelvic stability during demi-plié and relevé transitions.
- Enhance foot articulation by 'scrubbing' through first position in tendu and rond de jambe.
- Utilize hamstring engagement to achieve a higher, more secure retiré and developpé.
- Coordinate the sternum and pelvis to maintain a stable classical line during movement.
- Perfect hip alignment and turnout during grand battement by utilizing a proper demi-pointe.
About This Video
Refine your classical practice with 'Technique Scrub from Top to Bottom,' a meticulous 49-minute barre session from Broche Ballet. This class is designed for dedicated dancers who want to move beyond simply performing the steps and instead dive deep into the underlying mechanics of proper movement. We focus heavily on pelvic stability and spinal alignment, ensuring that every movement stems from a strong, neutral core.
By exploring the coordination between the sternum and the pelvis, you will find greater ease and better balance in foundational movements like demi-plié and cambré. The 'scrub' refers to the intentional and forceful articulation of the foot as it passes through first position. In exercises such as tendu and pas de cheval, we emphasize the constant connection to the floor to build both strength and speed.
You will learn how to navigate the complex transitions between a high three-quarter demi-pointe and a full stretch, a skill that is vital for preventing sickling and improving overall foot health. This focus on articulation ensures that your feet are not just moving, but actively working against the floor to create power. In addition to footwork, we address the mechanics of leg height and hip stability.
You will discover how to effectively engage your hamstrings to achieve a more secure and higher retiré position. This engagement is crucial for transitions into developpé and more advanced adage work. We also focus on maintaining turnout and hip alignment during powerful movements like grand battement, teaching you how to negotiate the space between your spine and your hips to maintain a classical line.
Whether you are working on the sharp precision of a frappé or the smooth, melting quality of a fondu, this class provides the technical 'scrub' your practice needs. By the end of this 49-minute session, you will have a clearer understanding of how to manage your alignment from the top of your head to the tips of your toes, resulting in a cleaner, more professional technique.
