What You'll Learn
- Techniques for maintaining low and graceful port de bras during transitions.
- How to execute controlled descents from attitude and passé positions.
- Building calf endurance through targeted relevé sequences of 16 repetitions.
- Core engagement strategies to improve vertical balance during rises.
About This Video
Elevate your technique with this comprehensive All-Level Well-rounded Ballet Barre session from Broche Ballet. This full-length class is designed to provide a thorough workout that addresses the fundamental pillars of classical ballet: alignment, strength, and fluid movement. Whether you are a beginner looking to establish a solid foundation or an intermediate dancer seeking to refine your control, this class offers valuable insights for every stage of your journey.
We begin with a series of exercises at the barre, focusing on the precision of the tendu and the fluidity of port de bras. One of the key technical takeaways in this session is the importance of keeping the arms low and supported during transitions, ensuring that the movement remains elegant and centered. As we move through plié and cloche combinations, we emphasize the connection between the feet and the floor, particularly the necessity of keeping the toes attached as long as possible during a passé.
A significant portion of this practice is dedicated to building lower body strength and stability through relevés. You will be guided through sequences of 16 relevés per leg, both in turned-out and parallel positions. Practicing in parallel is a vital tool for ensuring that the calf muscles are strengthened evenly, preventing common imbalances.
To improve your balance, we focus on the lift from the belly button rather than the hips, allowing for a vertical rise without rocking or shifting weight. The class also dives into the nuances of finishing movements with control. You will learn how to lower the leg slowly and under control from an attitude or allongé position, a skill that translates directly to center work and adagio.
By the end of this session, you will feel more grounded, stronger in your ankles, and more conscious of your upper body alignment. Join our community and discover how these small technical adjustments can lead to a significant transformation in your dancing.
