What You'll Learn
- How to execute a fluid port de bras including the technique for scooping the fingers
- Proper alignment and turnout during complex fondu and développé sequences
- Techniques for softening the body during transitions from arabesque
- How to maintain control and depth when moving through different directions
- The nuances of arm positioning and allongé to create a polished performance
About This Video
In this comprehensive beginner ballet barre class, Broche Ballet invites you to focus on the intricate details that transform simple movements into art. This session is meticulously designed to target every part of the body, from the articulation of the feet to the delicate placement of the fingers. By dedicating time to each muscle group, you will build a stronger foundation for your dance journey.
The class begins with a series of exercises designed to establish proper alignment and turnout. You will work through essential movements such as plié and tendu, ensuring that your posture remains upright and your core engaged throughout the sequence. A significant portion of the lesson is dedicated to fondu and port de bras.
Here, the instructor emphasizes the "melting" quality of the fondu, requiring both strength and fluidity. You will learn how to coordinate your arm movements so that they complement your lower body, creating the illusion of effortless, continuous motion. One of the highlights of this practice is the focus on développé and arabesque.
These movements require immense control and an understanding of how to move through space without losing balance. You will receive guidance on how to maintain a straight arm during extensions and how to use your breath to facilitate a smooth allongé. Special attention is paid to the transitions; for example, you will learn the importance of softening your body as you touch the ground when moving from an arabesque into a new direction.
Throughout the class, the instructor provides constant feedback on fine details, such as the specific scooping motion of the fingers when closing the hand during a port de bras. These small adjustments are what define a polished performer. Whether you are working on your cambré or refining your footwork, this well-rounded barre will challenge your technique while nurturing your artistic expression.
Join us at Broche Ballet to refine your skills and find the joy in precision.
