Ballet for adults

Adults across the world are taking ballet lessons. What's attracting them to the dance studio? Apparently, ballet offers tremendous benefits to one's health. Here's what you need to know.

For adult recreational

You have signed up for Adult Ballet. You've stepped into a new journey & you're wondering, "what should I wear?" No need to worry! Adult Ballet dancers have the freedom to express themselves. We have dancers arriving to class in yoga style clothing, traditional ballet leotards and skirts, and layered looks. Don't forget your ballet slippers and water bottle! Adult Ballet Core is all about proper footwear and hydration. Have fun, dress for comfort, and dance with confidence! #tbcde…

Starting and learning ballet as an adult. Tips on how to prepare for your first ballet lesson, what to look for in your ballet classes etc.

More than once, when I'm sporting my faded, well-loved ballet hoodie, some slight variation of this conversation ensues:

Source: Unknown I began ballet as an 18 year old, very old to start ballet. I walked into THE professional ballet company in Minnesota, Metropolitan Ballet Academy, and was immediately in love with the classical music playing, the chandelier hanging from the ceiling, bars full of girls wearing black leotards and pink tights. I never looked back, from my first leotard purchase to my role in the Nutcracker as a rat, and my first pair of pointe shoes, it has been one of my favorite life…

All of the most commonly asked questions about adult ballet, answered.

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From an open-class shy newbie to an open-class debonair Sophisticate, the journey is sure tricky, but not impossible. Before you start feeling that things aren't what they used to be, remember, your teacher knows that! Whether you have prior formal training, or you have never stepped into a ballet class, remember that it always takes time to get used to anything new.