What You'll Learn
- Master the transition from two-handed barre support to using a single hand.
- Perform a comprehensive pointe warmup focused on relevé and ankle stability.
- Execute complex footwork including pas de bourrée and tombé dégagé with precision.
- Improve center of gravity and balance through targeted bourrée sequences.
- Incorporate dynamic stretching to improve flexibility and recovery after practice.
About This Video
Ready to take your ballet technique to the next level? This 27-minute session from Broche Ballet is specifically designed to bridge the gap between stable barre work and the freedom of center practice. The core focus of this class, 'Venturing Off the Barre,' challenges dancers to transition from using two hands for support to a single hand, a critical milestone for building the core stability and independent balance required for advanced dancing.
We begin with a specialized pointe warmup, focusing on precise foot articulation through a series of relevé and plié movements. These exercises ensure your ankles and toes are properly prepared for the demands of the class. As we move into the main combinations, you will practice tombé dégagé and intricate pas de bourrée sequences.
The instructor provides expert guidance on maintaining proper alignment while gradually reducing your reliance on the barre. You will explore various bourrée patterns, including the relevé bourrée, and even challenge yourself with dynamic movements like a semicircle leap. Throughout the lesson, we emphasize the importance of pushing beyond your comfort zone—encouraging you to test your balance by momentarily letting go of the barre entirely.
This practice is essential for developing the 'feel' of your center of gravity. To round out the session, we include a dedicated stretching segment. Proper stretching after these intensive movements is vital for injury prevention and long-term flexibility.
Whether you are working en pointe or in flat shoes, this class provides the technical building blocks needed to move with confidence and poise. Join us at Broche Ballet as we help you find your strength and grace, one step away from the barre at a time.
