Yanis explains the fundamental difference between choreography and a choreographed warm-up such as, A LA BARRE. With an overview of what to expect in lessons to come, learn how you can use this complete sequence to better prepare your body to dance in heels.

All exercises are demonstrated by dancer Julie Ruzafa.

Starting with basic weight shifts at the barre, learn preparation exercises which are influenced by classical ballet technique. Yanis shares detailed advice for each movement as he teaches the beginning of A LA BARRE.

All exercises are demonstrated by dancer Julie Ruzafa.

Yanis further teaches his choreographed barre exercises moving on to higher extensions in adage. With a focus on extended positions, you can discover new ways to create long, beautiful lines in your dancing.

All exercises are demonstrated by dancer Julie Ruzafa.

In this section of A LA BARRE, there is a focus on isolating specific parts of your body in order to get the most out of your warm-up. Yanis teaches how to isolate the movement of the head, the rib cage and the hips all while maintaining alignment and, of course, style.

All exercises are demonstrated by dancer Julie Ruzafa.

Yanis walks you through a series of battements in all directions to mobilize the hips and increase flexibility. With traditional balances in passé and attitude, learn how to find your center on relevé while wearing heels.

All exercises are demonstrated by dancer Julie Ruzafa.

In this last section of A LA BARRE, Yanis guides you through a few last stretches and stylized movements to get you off the barre and into the center.

All exercises are demonstrated by dancer Julie Ruzafa.

Watch the full length barre as performed by Yanis’ assistant, Julie. Keeping in mind all details learned in the previous lessons, now is your time to dance the complete sequence full out and with music.

All exercises are demonstrated by dancer Julie Ruzafa.