What You'll Learn
- Master precise foot articulation and heel placement in tendu and rond de jambe movements
- Improve turnout and hip flexibility through intentional grand plié and à la seconde positioning
- Develop superior core stability and upper body alignment during complex barre transitions
- Execute refined fondu and cou-de-pied exercises with a focus on weight distribution and control
About This Video
Elevate your practice with this comprehensive 25-minute 'Deep Dive' follow-along barre from Broche Ballet. Designed for dancers who crave detailed, slow, and meditative training, this session focuses on the subtle nuances that transform good technique into great artistry. Throughout the class, we move beyond simple repetition to focus on the mechanical foundations of movement, including proper body alignment, core engagement, and precise weight distribution.
You will be guided through a full sequence of fundamental exercises including grand plié, tendu, rond de jambe, and fondu. Each movement is an opportunity to refine your form, with a particular emphasis on turnout and hip flexibility. We explore how a wide grand plié can help deepen the stretch in the hips and how maintaining a quiet, stable chest allows for more fluid leg movements.
The instructor provides meticulous cues for foot articulation, ensuring your heel remains positioned over the toes rather than falling behind, which is essential for stability and proper muscle engagement. Whether you are looking to correct old habits or build a stronger foundation for center work, this class offers the detailed feedback necessary for growth. We cover technical essentials like maintaining the heel-forward position in tendu and ensuring the knees press back toward the pelvis in à la seconde positions.
By slowing down the tempo, this practice allows you to truly feel the muscle engagement in the inner thighs and core, promoting better balance and movement quality. Join us at Broche Ballet for this intentional practice that prioritizes quality over speed, helping you develop the control and strength required for advanced ballet choreography.
