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Ballet Beyond the Feminine Illusion
Ballet may appear soft and delicate, yet its illusion is sustained by discipline, strength, and focus. When people outside the studio...
Different Ballet Styles: Contrast & Comparison
Ballet is not one fixed style. Depending on where you train, terminology can vary, the same steps can look slightly different, from arm...
Starting Adult Ballet Classes for Beginners
Starting ballet as an adult can feel like stepping into a whole new world. The graceful movements, the elegant posture, the music that...
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...
Dec 31, 20233 min read
The Complex Relationship Between Ballet and Eating Disorders
Franziska Rosenzweig, young ballerina, aged 17 or 18 | Ballet and Eating Disorders The world of ballet is a realm of artistry and...
Oct 11, 20234 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...
Aug 23, 20232 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...
Jul 5, 20234 min read
Ballet Mentors, Dancer Journeys
Franziska In La Sylphide, Staatsoper Berlin, 1994
May 10, 20234 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...
Feb 23, 20232 min read
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