Should I start ballet?

I'll be 14 at the end of February %26amp; I really want to start ballet. I've been wanting to for a while but didn't start because I couldn't find a studio for late starters.

I really want to be able to become a skilled ballerina and I'm willing to work hard but I can't find a studio!

I might also be too big? I'm 5'3" and 89 pounds.

Should I start ballet?home theater

Are you anorexic? Jeepers.

It's never too late to start something you want to do. I say go for it!

Should I start ballet?comedy club opera theater

If you want to I say do it!

no one is too big for ballet
go for it.
It is never to late in life to start something. Go find your studio and get busy. You are not in any way, shape, or form to heavy to do this.
I SAY GO FOR IT. IF ITS SOMETHING YOU WANT TO DO, DONT LET ANYTHING HOLD YOU BACK.
You are not too big at all!!!!!! It does sound fun though!!!!
I think that you should do it. It is never too late to do something you want to. Go for it!
I love ballet. if you think its our passion you should do it too!
YES! START BALLET!!!

Weight is the biggest problem when you get older- that's why some people need more training when they are young. But obviously, you seem like you are in good shape. Ballet teachers love (well my teacher did) it when their students are small.

You might not be able to be a professional ballerina, but you can become a skilled one, if you take 2 classes a day, every day. I've met a soloist from ABT who started ballet at the age of 14 or something, and now, she's in a professional company! All you have to do is to prepare yourself for it- know that you would have to be able to make sacrifices and many difficult choices. And you have to work very very hard.

What is important though, is that you need to know what you want to do after you are 18 years old and you graduate high school. If you like ballet so much and want to become a skilled dancer, you might be considering to join a ballet company. Or there are other choices, like ballet teachers, or majoring in college in ballet/ dance.

If you want to find a studio, into a search system, you should type in your city, and then ballet studio. (ex. New York ballet studio). You have to come up with something. Plus, all ballet studios should let late starters in, too.

Good luck!!!
too big? 89 lbs at 5'3" is like a stick, girl! And go for it, if you want to. I'd love to do ballet, but finding the late starter course would be difficult. I say check out the YMCA (i used to take ballet when I was 3, that's where I took it)
i say your height is perfect.
If you really want to start ballet, then you should definitely follow through with your dream.
when u find a good studio, start, with dancing lessons ur skill could improve, but it is an extremely hard job n such a bitchy cutthroat world though it looks so beautiful.
Being a late starter means you will need to work more and harder to be competitive with girls who have been active ballerinas for years. There's no reason not to do it if you really want to. Just go into it fully aware of the pain your feet will suffer. Some of the best ballerinas work so hard at it that their feet bleed from the extreme trauma they go through in their routines. If you are that dedicated then you stand a chance against them in competitions for jobs. Otherwise just take it up for a hobby if you can afford it. It's great for flexibility, stamina, strength, and exercise.
Go for it! I know loads of people who started late.... %26amp; they got into really good ballet schools. I happen to be the youngest in my class %26amp; there are 18-year-olds who just started ballet. If you really want it, whats stopping you?
Hey umh I always say that it is never to late to do anything and never give up. Okay so u have i weighed problem but, if u are series about this u should start by going on a healthy diet and do some walking. And drink a lot of water and ask mom and dad to seaport u
It's never too late to start, especially if you're willing to put forth the effort. Too big?! I'm 5'6" and 115 lbs and I've been doing ballet for 14 years!
I've always wanted to try ballet, but I was always too scared to do it. If you really want to try ballet, go for it! I wish I had, and now the workload at school is getting to be too much to do it. At your age, you should be figuring out what you want to do in life, so trying lots of different things is good.

You are definatly not too big. I am 14 and I am 4'10" and weigh about 80 pounds. I think you should go for it.
Wow.... your too big? who told you that, you sound anorexic small...
your definitley not too big. so go for it! if thats what u really want then do it especially if ur willing to work hard. best of luck. hope this helps.
sure go 4 it!
Go for it kiddo, and don't let anybody tell you different! I know some adults who are beginners and they're doing fabulous!

Also try looking at ballet books and videos. Listen to classical ballet's like Giselle, The Nutcracker, and Swan Lake. Adapt to the music. Let it become a part of your body.

Watch the following movies: Save the Last Dance, Save the Last Dance 2, Center Stage, and Billy Elliot

Best of luck kiddo!
r u anorexic or something? 89 lbs at 5'3'' is skinny

Should I enroll my son in ballet?

We have a excellent magnet school through the local ballet company that offers ballet training during the school day. The school is only grades 3-5. I don't see a problem with enrolling my son in this school, but i'm afraid that other kids will make fun of him (other boy's that are closed minded). My son is a gymnast also, but the kids at school think that is cool. He is going to be 8 this summer and he seems interested in the program. It would normally be a very expensive school, but since it is through the public school, it is free. Best school in our district, which is #1 in the state. I don't want to pass up such a good thing, but I also don't want to set him up to be picked on......what do you think???

Should I enroll my son in ballet?movie theatre

If he wants to do it too, he should go for it. He can tell any "teasers" that football players are even required to take ballet and that it is very helpful to his gymnastics (true statement). Who knows, the other boys may think it's cool too and want to join. Just because a boy likes ballet doesn't mean he's gay. Being a male dancer (or gymnast) is being a strong and athletic individual.

Should I enroll my son in ballet?playhouse opera theater

Yes you should, its a good age and kids will be kids

as long as he is happy let him be.
Well just see if he would want to do it. And if he likes it and isn't worried about being picked on then keep him in it. If he starts to get picked on then just take him out of the program. But definitely try.
My opinion - enroll him in martial arts! He's got a great head start if he knows gymnastics!

That way, you don't have to worry about him so much when he's a teenager cos you know he knows how to attack people and defend himself as opposed to (no offence) being able to do ballet... If I ever had a kid (boy or girl) it would be doing martial arts from the time it could walk so I wouldn't have to worry about em ever being too hurt if some unsavory person launched an unprovoked attack, as the crazy people out there seem to do these days!
well,

i feel, you shouldnt, for the sake of his dignity in school..

and under no means should you enroll ur son in ballet class...

with the only exception being if he himself really wants it..

really wants it..
are there no basketball camps available?
He is going to be picked on but the extent depends on the people he goes to school with and your sons personailty. If your son is really into it and wont let comments bother him sign him up. (i doubt other kids will do any more than teasing)
Well, if your son is happy with that then you should go for it .Its a very unique thing to do, its fun.
go for it if your son loves it. or try it, if he doesn't enjoy it then stop. why? because i am a 14 year old girl who wish i started ballet. and i regret a lot about it. your son will not if he tries it out now. just give him a chance mum, you'll never know. maybe someday he'll become a world famous abllet dancer?
Ballet is great to help him improve in gymnastics. (Particullarly the floor routine) I say you should send him. My brothers do gymnastics, and although they show no interest in dance, it would clearly help. When I did gymnastics, I took ballet on the side.
yes you should enroll him we need more boys if people make fun of him i will bash them for you oh and if he really wants to do it that is great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It is up to him, if he has a passion for Dancing. Go ahead, one of my best friends danced for a year.
I play basketball and my coach has just set me up to go to some ballet classes with an instructor he knows to help parts of my game like jumps, using less energy, better balance and so on. I am a bit worried about being teased too and will feel an odd one out (there are no other guys in the class I am going to). But if your son wants to do it, why not. If he doesn't then I wouldn't force him either. If it's free maybe he can go and if he changes his mind, then no big deal either.

Jordan
well my little brother did ballet and he got picked on constanly by boys and girls. they would call him a fag and for a young boy, that's very hurtful. however if i was you, i would not want my son to miss out on it and i would enroll him anyways. just make sure to have a serious talk with him before hand and tell him that kids at school probably won't understand and therefore will make fun of him. prepare him for it. tell him exactly what to say to them and what not to say so he doesn't get in trouble and tell him what to do if the kids won't stop. also, if you don't already, ask him everyday how school went. he'll tell you if he's being picked on but you have to ask. kids can be cruel and they're not very accepting of boys who do ballet but it's very worth while. all you need to do is help him through it until he learns how to deal with those kids on his own.
i think you should he probablly wont get picked on when he can lift a girl up over his head on one arm!!it souds like a great program and if he is interested then yes it sounds eally good but only do it if he wants to he can always quit it sounds brill

How was the SAB Auditions? (School of American Ballet)?

SAB is school of American Ballet

Were the auditions easy or hard?

Do they ask you to do specific things in auditions or you have to be prepared to show the judges something?( Please answers this because i will be auditioning)

Im auditioning for the fall term 2008 and I have ballet training for about 8 years now and im 11 years old.

What shall I expect? Is it hard getting in?

Im really skinny Im the BEST ballet Dancer in my school right now too!

Help me.. SAB auditions

-Give me some tips if you auditioned before

Thank You

How was the SAB Auditions? (School of American Ballet)?imax theater

I have auditioned for the summer program, and I have to say that it is a very intense school for people who want a career in ballet, not just people who dance as a hobby. Your audition will be like a normal class, but you should still read their website to sheck on this. It is very hard to get into, and they look for flexibility, good feet, strength, technique, balance, stage presence (do they notice you/do you stand out), and musciality. You really need to know what you're doing in that audition. I messed up a couple of steps, and I'm pretty sure that's why I didn't make it into the summer program. Good luck!

I start adult ballet 1 tomorrow, and i have the shoes. can you help with the rest of the wordrobe?

18 years ago i was in ballet but only for a year or so. i start tomorrow...i'm so excited! please help, thank you :)

I start adult ballet 1 tomorrow, and i have the shoes. can you help with the rest of the wordrobe?dream theater

Since your an adult biginner you probably won't be needing a leotard. Unless it is part of your uniform.

If I was you I would wear pink tights, 3/4 leggings and a tight fitting top.

Hope this helps :)

I start adult ballet 1 tomorrow, and i have the shoes. can you help with the rest of the wordrobe?performing arts opera theater

Pink tights and a basic black camisole-strap leotard. Hair in a bun and pulled out of your face. :)

That's the basic ballet outfit for any ballet class.

I hope you enjoy your class!
pink tights and a leotard are the basics, but it'd be best to ask your teacher, as they're all different and might allow you just to wear tights and a t-shirt.

Finding the leo and tights shouldn't be too hard, try your local dance shop, or ebay, discount dance etc. They should have a good few, although it can be difficult at times (seeing as I can't find one-lol).

Have fun dancing and enjoy!
tights, leotard, a skort or shorts over the leotard, and i tight fitting shirt(i like my leotard as my top and a little like those 1/2 shirts that you tie in frint over that) make sure its all black thoufh teachers like that and i everyone wears black they can see the whole dance and everyone together its harder when wearing different colors
Congratulations on starting a new dance class as an adult! Most dance schools have adult classes, and are a little more relaxed in their dancing attire. Wear something comfortable and that you can move in. It is best not to wear a t-shirt. Wear a more fitting type top and exercise (or yoga) pants. The teacher will want to see your movements, and if you wear baggy clothing, it will be difficult. Your instructor will probably mention something about what type of clothing to wear to class. Remember to smile and have fun!

What store has tutu's or ballet nets?

a store in the u.s that has tutu's or ballet nets not just for ballet but for wearing around. different colored tutu's.

What store has tutu's or ballet nets?amc theatre

try target or go to Joanns or Wal-Mart and ask for tule and you can make your own

Have you taken ballet?

plese post osme quoute son how you feel when you re doing ballet

thanks anything will help

its for a report

Have you taken ballet?imax theatre

when i dance, is suddenly leave the world that i was in before. i forget about what happened at school or at home, and i'm able to just be myself, no questions asked.

Have you taken ballet?performing show opera theater

i've never taken ballet, but i'll be starteing in April. i guess its hard work but worth it.
it feels like you can breath now....just a breath of fresh air while a weight is lifted off of you...
I have been taking ballet for 13 years, it is the best exercise ever!! I Love doing it, its the best part of the day!!!
When i do ballet i just feel so graceful and light and elegant, i love the music and knowing that i can do and be something that my friends can't and how i've stuck at it. I feel proud of it and my achievement.
i dance to forget stress
I focus on the music, the beauty of the music and moving my body beautifully along with it.

Ballet is beauty and strength and physical music :)

Are there any ballet flats with arch support?

I am kind of tall girl who until recently has enjoyed wearing high heels that feel great with my high arches. this is however when i am not wearing my hiking boots, cleats, tennis shoes etc you get the point but now I have been spending a lot of time with a great new guy who is my height exactly and therefore i've been wearing ballet flats (with the same glam of heels of course!) but by doing so my arches are flatting out causing me a lot of disconfort when i am invovled my various sports. help need glam arch supporting flats!!

Are there any ballet flats with arch support?shows

maybe at AE cause i was browsing there and i thought I saw a pair of arched flats, or wedges. I think if you can't find any high flats, wedges are the next best thing! Good luck! xoxo

Are there any ballet flats with arch support?comedy show opera theater

they are all basically the same. I saw some in neiman marcus and nordstroms made by prada with more grip on the inside(of course seriously expensive) and even those lacked support for the arch. If they are messing up your feet don't wear them. I'm not tall, but I need shoes that support the arch in my foot and I cannot wear those because walking would be painful. So if your with a great new guy that's your height, I'm sure his greatness wouldn't mind if you had shoes with more support. Don't hurt yourself for cuteness or for love's sake lol..he'll understand.