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After the High: Coping with Post-Ballet Blues
Might this be a familiar feeling? You’ve booked a ballet workshop, prepared for it, overcome physical and emotional challenges, and...


Dance Your Way to a Sharper Mind and Happier Mood: The Neurology of Ballet
In this article, I want to share some fascinating insights into how dance, particularly ballet, interacts with our brains. As...


Mindset And Ballet Training
first published in March 2020 You may have listened to the Business Talk Radio interview I was invited to give last week. If you missed...

Oct 2, 20245 min read
After the High: Coping with Post-Ballet Blues
Might this be a familiar feeling? You’ve booked a ballet workshop, prepared for it, overcome physical and emotional challenges, and...


Jun 14, 20242 min read
Dance Your Way to a Sharper Mind and Happier Mood: The Neurology of Ballet
In this article, I want to share some fascinating insights into how dance, particularly ballet, interacts with our brains. As...


May 15, 20243 min read
Mindset And Ballet Training
first published in March 2020 You may have listened to the Business Talk Radio interview I was invited to give last week. If you missed...


Dec 31, 20233 min read
A New Year's Journey into Self-Discovery
As the curtain rises on a new year, as amateur ballet dancers we may be curious about our journey of self-discovery. For adult ballet...


Oct 11, 20234 min read
The Complex Relationship Between Ballet and Eating Disorders
The world of ballet is a realm of artistry and dedication, captivating audiences with its grace and beauty. However, beneath the...


Aug 30, 20234 min read
Berlin Ballet Retreat 2023: In the Words of The Participants
My enduring memory of my week with Franziska at the Berlin Ballet Retreat 2023 will be witnessing the creative process and the attention to


Aug 30, 20233 min read
The Gravitational Pull of Ballet in Berlin: Holistic Ballet Retreat 2023
Michelle Gladwin © 2023 It is surreal, given the intervening pandemic, that already four years have passed since the first magical Berlin...


Aug 23, 20231 min read
Don't Let Perfect Be the Enemy of Good: How To Embrace Imperfection To Grow
In the pursuit of excellence, we often forget that perfection isn't sustainable. This rings true in ballet training and exercise. Don't...


Jul 26, 20232 min read
The Ambitious Ballet Dancer: Striving for Excellence Amidst Challenges
Being a ballet dancer is a dream come true for many aspiring performers. The pursuit of excellence in this graceful art form is fueled by...


Jul 19, 20232 min read
Ballet Classes Online - Learn and Improve Ballet from the Comfort of Home | Holistic Ballet
Ballet Classes Online - Learn and Improve Ballet from Anywhere Are you passionate about ballet? With Holistic Ballet classes online, you...


Jul 19, 20232 min read
5 Compelling Reasons For Adult Ballet Classes
Convincing Reasons to Embrace Adult Ballet Classes: Unleash Your Inner Dancer Are you intrigued by the elegance and beauty of ballet, but...


Jul 12, 20233 min read
Adult Ballet Classes in London: Embrace the Grace with Holistic Ballet
Unleash Your Inner Dancer with Adult Ballet Classes in London Are you yearning to unleash your inner dancer and experience the elegance...


Jul 5, 20234 min read
Introverted Artists: The Hidden World Behind the Spotlight
May 2023 "You must be extroverted!" I heard the director of our ballet school proclaim to us. It was the first time I remember hearing...


Jun 28, 20232 min read
Can Adult Ballet Dancers Learn To Dance On Pointe?
As adults embark on their ballet journey, the question often arises: Can adults do ballet pointe work? The answer is yes! Pointe work,...


Jun 21, 20233 min read
Nurturing the Adult Ballet Journey: The Unique Approach to Adult Ballet Training
Ballet, a graceful and disciplined art form, is often associated with early training in childhood. However, the enchantment of ballet...


Jun 14, 20233 min read
Elevate Your Ballet Technique: The Power of Complementary Training with Pilates
As an adult ballet teacher and former professional ballerina, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative impact that complementary...


Jun 7, 20233 min read
The Benefits of Adult Ballet Training: Unlocking Physical, Mental, and Emotional Well-being
As an adult ballet teacher, I have witnessed the transformative power of ballet training firsthand. Beyond its enchanting beauty and...


May 31, 20232 min read
Ballet as a Form of Self-Expression
As an adult ballet teacher, I am thrilled to share with you the captivating world of ballet and its profound ability to serve as a...


May 10, 20234 min read
Ballet Mentors, Dancer Journeys
Franziska In La Sylphide, Staatsoper Berlin, 1994


Feb 23, 20232 min read
Love Doing Ballet: Positive Habit Or Addiction?
December 2022 Another year has passed. I would like to remember it as a happier, lighter, freer, and more positive year than the two...
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