What You'll Learn
- How to achieve the perfect 'tiny bend' and spiral for an elegant attitude.
- Techniques for engaging the core to maintain stability during grand battements.
- Improving alignment and hip placement in arabesque and passé movements.
- Exercises to develop quick footwork and smooth transitions between positions.
- Methods for maintaining a long line and upright posture throughout the barre.
About This Video
Elevate your daily practice with this comprehensive 46-minute all-level ballet barre class from Broche Ballet. Designed to provide a thorough workout while sharpening your technical execution, this session focuses on the essential building blocks of classical dance: flexibility, balance, and core strength. Throughout the class, our instructor provides detailed corrections to help you achieve the long, elegant lines characteristic of a professional dancer.
We begin with focused work on proper alignment and core engagement. You will progress through a series of exercises including foundational pliés and tendus, advancing to more dynamic dégagés and grand battements. A major highlight of this class is the technical deep dive into the attitude position. You will learn the secret to achieving the perfect 'tiny bend' in the knee while maintaining maximum external rotation and a stable standing hip. The lesson also emphasizes the 'spiral' movement of the legs, a crucial concept for preparing for powerful grand battements and fluid transitions.
Balance and control are key themes in this session. You will be challenged to maintain a square, upright torso during complex movements like arabesque and passé. The instructor highlights the importance of keeping the standing hip lifted and the arms open to facilitate better stability. Additionally, this class incorporates quick footwork and fast transitions to help you develop the agility required for center work. Whether you are looking to refine your fouetté technique or simply want a solid workout that reinforces proper habits, this well-rounded barre offers the tools you need to succeed. Join us at the barre and discover how small adjustments in your alignment can lead to significant improvements in your overall ballet technique.
