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Taking Adult Ballet Classes / Kathy Stemke

dancekam | Aug 05, 2008 | there are 0 comments 0

It's the start of another new year and as I "squeeze" into my old blue jeans, I can't help thinking about my recent resolution. For the past twenty years or so it has been the same mantra, "lose weight and get into shape". Most exercise programs bore me and I usually quit after a few weeks. But an adult dance class not only gives me a longer, more fluid and feminine body, helps me lose weight, and improves my posture, but it also inspires my creativity and stimulates my mind. Think about turning in your barbells for ballet slippers. If you're a young adult or a senior, remember it's never to late to learn ballet. Although you may have some hidden fears about trying this new activity, knowing what to expect and how to get the most out of this type of class, just might have you running to the nearest phone to sign up.

Most metropolitan centers will have several dance studios that offer adult classes. The Yellow Pages, newspapers and Internet should have these listed with phone numbers and addresses. At My Dance Place use the studio and lesson finder to help locate a studio near you. You can usually take a single class to see if you like the instructor; but taking a series of classes is less expensive. Some of the best instructors offer classes at local colleges and universities too.

Customarily, all you need to get started is a black leotard, pink tights and ballet slippers, but many schools do not have a dress code for their adult classes. You may be more comfortable wearing stretch pants and a tee shirt. It is recommended that you get your slippers one size smaller than your regular shoe so that they fit snugly to your feet. This will ensure that when you point your toes the slipper will hug your arch and stay on your foot. A long-standing dance supply store will be happy to help you get the right fit. Lastly, if you have long hair, for safety reasons, it should be worn up or at least pulled back away from your face.

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