Ballet

Jessica: What is done in a freshman level ballet class? I'm currently writing a book, and my character takes ballet & pointe. She is in advanced classes. My problem is that I have a vague idea of what is done. I would like to present her as a true ballerina-in-training. Any additional info, such as what exercises are done or how a ballerina … [Read more...] about What is done in a freshman level ballet class?

: 4 years of ballet? How far will that get me in flexiblity, strength, and will I be able to do pointe? I'm sixteen and planning to take ballet through the rest of highschool and college. How far will my skills get, how flexible will I be, and will I be able to do pointe? If I move to a different ballet class (Im from Philly and going to NYC for … [Read more...] about 4 years of ballet? How far will that get me in flexiblity, strength, and will I be able to do pointe?

Miss Molly: Would taking ballet classes ruin my Irish dancing technique? I'm 17 and I love Irish dancing. I've recently heard of recreational ballet classes for young adults in my area and I thought it might be fun to take up ballet as an addition to my regular Irish dancing. What I'd like to know is how ballet will effect my dancing technique? … [Read more...] about Would taking ballet classes ruin my Irish dancing technique?

Sapphire: How do I maintain a good posture after giving up ballet? I've done classical ballet for years and sadly had to give it up a few months ago. I've always had a good posture and pulled back shoulders due to ballet and I would like to know how to maintain this. Any tips? Answers and Views: Answer by Davidsleep on the floor Answer by … [Read more...] about How do I maintain a good posture after giving up ballet?

lifesong0622: Is it possible to be a decent ballet dancer even if you start as an adult? I am 22 years old.... right now I am trying to lose weight and getting more active. My dream has always been to be a good figure skater but also to do ballet. I have been figure skating for the last 4 years off and on but have never ever done ballet. I am … [Read more...] about Is it possible to be a decent ballet dancer even if you start as an adult?

Tama: How a ballet teacher teaches students the movements for their roles? Ballet teachers usually look at their notebooks while they teach. I'm interested what they look like. Do they use special language for that? Or just tips or drawings? In any case, what does it look like? Answers and Views: Answer by Alexxx. … [Read more...] about How does a ballet teacher teach students the movements for their roles?

Kayleigh: ballet ?????????????????? i went when i was little (about 7 i think) but id love to start going again :) . just wondering or people that are good at ballet, how long did it take you to get like flexible leg and that ? and would you recommend some whos 14 to start ballet, or is that too old ? Answers and Views: Answer by MichelleYou … [Read more...] about ballet ??????????????????