Category Archives: adult ballet

Famous Folk Who Studied Ballet

So many famous folk studied ballet. See who here!

Feet First

We stand on them, walk on them, run on them, dance on them etc., yet how many of us think of exercising our feet? Most people seem to think that regular activities, like the above, will do the job. But that’s not true. Though excellent supportive footwear may be helpful and make exercising easier, it’sContinue reading “Feet First”

Audrey Hepburn and Margot Fonteyn on Ballet

Not too many people may know that Audrey Hepburn always considered herself a dancer first, or that she also worked as a professional dancer on both the stage and in film. Indeed, ballet was a constant passion for her and played an important role in her life. As a young ballet student, Hepburn idolized DameContinue reading “Audrey Hepburn and Margot Fonteyn on Ballet”

Dancing Makes Us Smarter – Here’s How!

Neuroscientists are continually exploring how dancing benefits us – not only our bodies but also our minds as well. If we want to stay mentally fit, we need to challenge our brains. Findings reveal that even dancing as a hobby (taking weekly classes, for example) can have important benefits for our cognition and the developmentContinue reading “Dancing Makes Us Smarter – Here’s How!”

Dance and Neuroscience

Did you know: Dancing doesn’t just benefit your body, but also does amazing things for your brain! Please check out our latest blog: Dance and Neuroscience.

Ballet & Science: Ever the Twain Shall Meet!

Not too long ago, Sports Medicine was in its infancy. Physiotherapy, acupuncture, chiropractic, and other treatments were pretty much relegated to the areas of accidents and rehabilitation, not sports or dance.

Ballet’s Brainpower Benefits

When people think of the benefits of studying ballet, they commonly think exclusively about the physical benefits, but that is only part of the picture. Dancing does provide various physical benefits, but current research increasingly suggests that it can also benefit the mind, that dancing is good for mental health. Accordingly, ballet is said toContinue reading “Ballet’s Brainpower Benefits”

From Class to Performance: How to Enhance Your Appreciation of Ballet

A ballet student writes :Last month, I was lucky enough to see Mayerling performed by The Royal Ballet in London. It was stunning: the dancing was so crisp, so clean, so clear. I don’t think my appreciation for these performances would have been quite so nuanced had I not had the opportunity to study ballet.