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  • Опубликовано: 22 май 2024
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    I hope you enjoyed todays video where I showed you how to become a ballerina! Today you learned some of the basics and I hope you guys feel inspired to start your ballet journey! I'm going to link some of the things I mentioned below.
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  • @tiarnanewton1976
    @tiarnanewton1976 4 года назад +2828

    it is never too late to start. i started ballet last year (15) and it was hard because I was the oldest in the class and I recently came out of a broken ankle injury. it was extremely hard to make friends because all the girls my age have been dancing together since they were younger. i was also told I was overweight for the first studio I went to. so i changed studios and i have never been happier. I'm in the right classes for my skill level and everyone I've met there have been so kind. you just need to find the right studio! it is never too late to start something you love!

    • @saramartins4395
      @saramartins4395 3 года назад +98

      Cool I am also 15 and want to start ballet but I also I am afraid because I am fat and I am not good at making friends

    • @leecake5608
      @leecake5608 3 года назад +28

      @@saramartins4395 try some diet (no extreme diet) and sport do like three month sport and strech your legs then start

    • @tiarnanewton1976
      @tiarnanewton1976 3 года назад +5

      @@user-jg1js3wg8p I danced for my school before but never a proper studio

    • @tiarnanewton1976
      @tiarnanewton1976 3 года назад +29

      @@saramartins4395 don't worry about what other people think of you, I'm sure your not actually fat! just start ballet! honestly doing ballet has made me so much happier and I don't care what others think about me when I dance. during ballet you will slim down and get more fit trust me! and the making friends part: I'm sure your lovely! I'm sure you are beautiful and have a great personality and people will want to be friends with you! don't be scared! trust me, start ballet!! ♡

    • @tiarnanewton1976
      @tiarnanewton1976 3 года назад +11

      @@leecake5608 you don't even need to diet if you don't want to. but once you start you will notice your not eating as much as you were before!

  • @gracebarney4
    @gracebarney4 4 года назад +3188

    I'm starting ballet as a 17 year old after quarantine! Who's w me?:)

    • @naomibaldomero8224
      @naomibaldomero8224 4 года назад +175

      i decided to go back to ballet as a 25 year old! Let's do this!!

    • @gracebarney4
      @gracebarney4 4 года назад +63

      @SJ B I think I'm going to do some adult beginner physical classes at a local dance studio! I'm excited

    • @gracebarney4
      @gracebarney4 4 года назад +10

      @@naomibaldomero8224 yesssss!

    • @antiquedreams.6104
      @antiquedreams.6104 4 года назад +43

      I wish i could! I'm turning 16 tomorrow :(

    • @evamerlijn287
      @evamerlijn287 4 года назад +52

      I started ballet in September last year, when I was 17!! I’m been really enjoying it :)

  • @luvsummer_
    @luvsummer_ 4 года назад +2991

    I started ballet just before I turned 16, for all the people that think it’s too late to start, it’s never too late

    • @indigo-nk2iu
      @indigo-nk2iu 4 года назад +26

      Thank u smm

    • @rosaesber
      @rosaesber 4 года назад +17

      A mi me pasó exactamente lo mismo que, entre a ballet teniendo 16 años y es una de las mejores decisiones que he tomado en mi vida

    • @gracelindstrom3040
      @gracelindstrom3040 4 года назад +9

      Summer Elizabeth how old are you now? I started the exact same age half a year ago

    • @claraabreu7178
      @claraabreu7178 4 года назад +3

      Rosa Esber Gracias para dicir eso!!! Tanta razón :) yo empecé a 14 años y me hace muy feliz y relajada :)

    • @deborahbello1631
      @deborahbello1631 4 года назад +6

      Are you planning to do professional ballet???

  • @MaraMartinezVlogs
    @MaraMartinezVlogs 4 года назад +1369

    Everyone is commenting about how it is “not good” but you looked so happy it doesn’t even matter!

    • @evie8387
      @evie8387 3 года назад +8

      @Mara Martinez EXACTLYYYYY ;)

    • @Ravynlovesyou
      @Ravynlovesyou Месяц назад

      What's not good

  • @urfriendlyneighborhood_nel5228
    @urfriendlyneighborhood_nel5228 4 года назад +750

    Im 16 and starting ballet with the goal of going to Pointe during my senior year...these comments soothed my “you’re too late” anxiety. :)

    • @gracehiu1550
      @gracehiu1550 3 года назад +67

      oh my gosh same!! i’m 15 right now and my goal is to go on pointe🥺 i was really scared to be “too old” we can do this!!💘

    • @marleeelgis1216
      @marleeelgis1216 3 года назад +15

      Just be prepared. I'm turning 12 soon and I have danced since I was in Pre-K. I'm starting Pointe next week.You need a lot of feet strength.

    • @naneareyes
      @naneareyes 3 года назад +42

      i started when i was fifteen (last february) and two months ago i finally got the ok for pointe 🥳🥳 there is hope for us all!!

    • @urfriendlyneighborhood_nel5228
      @urfriendlyneighborhood_nel5228 3 года назад +5

      @@naneareyes that’s wonderful :))

    • @whiffles760
      @whiffles760 3 года назад +15

      I'm shy and have bad social anxiety. No confidence and no self-esteem. Please tell me what do I do?

  • @outrageousrice8735
    @outrageousrice8735 3 года назад +573

    I started ballet when I had just turned 14, and I’m 15 now. It honestly was the best decision I’ve ever made. It does take lots of practice to be good. don’t be jealous of the other students, keep in mind that they have been doing this longer than you, so they will be more flexible and graceful. I practice a lot and I am very close to my splits. Keep your head up, and remember that when you stretch, it’ll hurt, but that’s good. Don’t push yourself too far, listen to your body! Good luck

    • @ailinh911
      @ailinh911 2 года назад +33

      tips for pirouettes:
      • practice spotting
      • make sure you’re maintaining proper alignment the whole time you’re turning
      • make sure that your starting position is correct
      • practice every day, even when you don’t have class.

    • @80sSa1nt
      @80sSa1nt 2 года назад +14

      Ooo I ask my mum if i could do ballet but she said i think it to late because u need to know how do all these and everything and i am 13 and it not late because i am still a child and it will never be late but she knows i can do is just i don't know if anymore will let me join because i starting at 13 not like 5 something i did dance for 3-4 years i stopped because we didn't have lot of people and when i see people do dance or ballet i want to fo back and do but i scared that i am to late and i can't do it :). (this was long)

    • @juliamichelle543
      @juliamichelle543 2 года назад +8

      For pirouettes I would practice balancing in passé and finding you center that what I did and it rly rly helped. You also need a lot of core strength.🙃

    • @80sSa1nt
      @80sSa1nt 2 года назад +2

      @@juliamichelle543 Ooo ok ok i am pefect strong but ty ! :).

    • @isabelladavis1913
      @isabelladavis1913 2 года назад +1

      I relate to this a lot! I started around a year ago and finally got my right split after months of stretching! Pirouettes are so hard but I’m starting to be able to properly land mine! It’s never to late to start! My teacher has been the best in my journey!

  • @notjustalyssa
    @notjustalyssa 4 года назад +515

    I'm 23 and just started earlier this year! I did ballet when I was 3-8 and have been really wanting to get back into it the past few years and decided it was time now that I'm financially independent! Best thing I ever did for my heart and my mental health tbh 💜

    • @jessicaboyle626
      @jessicaboyle626 4 года назад +2

      This is amazing! :)

    • @lydjoy3385
      @lydjoy3385 3 года назад +25

      How is that still going for you? I'm 22 and I've been thinking about doing it too! (I did ballet in 1st and 2nd grade lol)

    • @whiffles760
      @whiffles760 3 года назад +4

      I'm shy and have bad social anxiety. No confidence and no self-esteem. Please tell me what do I do?

    • @mikayla8596
      @mikayla8596 2 года назад +4

      @whiffles i deal with the same thing, but it doesn’t hurt to just put yourself out there and see where it takes you.

    • @bugi9309
      @bugi9309 2 года назад +6

      im 19 and im DYING to learn and get on pointe 😭

  • @adriananunez9153
    @adriananunez9153 Год назад +84

    I started at 16, now I’m 19, a ballet teacher, and en pointe. It’s never too late!

    • @ghffhcdhj6489
      @ghffhcdhj6489 Год назад +7

      hey if you dont mind me asking how many hours a week have you been training? im 18 and thinkin about starting

    • @xoxoharmony
      @xoxoharmony Год назад +9

      @@ghffhcdhj6489 I recommend watching this lady called Ballet Misfit on RUclips ! She has 16 different ballet classes for absolute beginners, intermediates, and some advanced classes too! I only said to use TikTok if you’re trying to learn how to do turns and jumps or just some floor work. Depending on where you live, for dance clothes and shoes you can use Discount Dance. They also have some workout stuff as well but I haven’t bought any yet so I’m not sure how good they are so I can’t tell you much about them. Their clothes are fabulous and their shoes are very comfortable!

  • @xbox360nuncamalodia2
    @xbox360nuncamalodia2 4 года назад +152

    I'm starting ballet as 31 year old and I love it so therapeutic. Tones my body and I even lost a little weight within the 3 weeks lol

    • @evoniseigler
      @evoniseigler Год назад +10

      Omg I'm 32 and wanting to start

    • @Yourfavoritefemcel
      @Yourfavoritefemcel Год назад +6

      I’m 24 and I’ve been wanting to start!

    • @blo872
      @blo872 Год назад +1

      @@evoniseigler same 💗

  • @konstantinaperisteri7387
    @konstantinaperisteri7387 4 года назад +852

    You could do a ballet class here on RUclips like a series. One video per week and we could send you videos of us doing what you taught us🥰

    • @andreasikes7551
      @andreasikes7551 4 года назад +3

      Kon Dove YES

    • @vivienpm6395
      @vivienpm6395 4 года назад +2

      Yesss!🤩

    • @Katie-jq6sr
      @Katie-jq6sr 4 года назад +5

      she literally doesnt teach anything... some of her technique is completely wrong. shes a teen part time dancer not a qualified teacher.

    • @kasiowelove1
      @kasiowelove1 4 года назад +5

      faith all along not hating but it’s actually true

    • @clara-oc6tt
      @clara-oc6tt 4 года назад +21

      @@Katie-jq6sr did you watch her video about a day of a dance teacher?

  • @nidashah2765
    @nidashah2765 4 года назад +607

    I’m 14 years old and I really want to start doing ballet but it’s expensive and my parents don’t have a lot of money. I also am scared that it is too late for me to join especially since I have no dancing experience.

    • @amandabuijtenhuis
      @amandabuijtenhuis 4 года назад +70

      Nida Shah it is never too late, I started when I was 15 and you’ll learn it along the way, do it! you won’t regret it

    • @yoanayordanova7694
      @yoanayordanova7694 3 года назад +68

      Haha I started at 14 but I agree it's expensive...I recommend doing at home barre and stretching for flexibility and learning ballet terms so you're ready though😊

    • @anneliesemuttaqee821
      @anneliesemuttaqee821 3 года назад +30

      Aww it’s ok I’m 14 and I just dance at school but I practice a lot at home so it’s ok just dance on your own and when you can get classes then do it then 😊😊❤️

    • @unocloutgurl4670
      @unocloutgurl4670 3 года назад +35

      I feel the exact same way! I’m 14 too and am so scared of not fitting in or not being able to catch up with fellow dancers! My family is comfortable but it’s still so expensive! I also have no experience! Hey maybe we could do this together 😂 I so want to start ballet!

    • @haleyingram9628
      @haleyingram9628 3 года назад +32

      I’m about to turn 14 and I’m going to start after quarantine I did ballet for a few months when I was really young but I don’t remember anything but I’d say just go for it!

  • @ilovejacklondon
    @ilovejacklondon 4 года назад +1709

    Agree, also liked the old intro better!

  • @AA-cr8tj
    @AA-cr8tj 4 года назад +255

    me: never been early
    quaratine: *happens*
    me: so this is what it feels like

  • @rosealiq
    @rosealiq 2 года назад +19

    can we just take a moment to appreciate the “it’s never too late” comments because i was so worried about being too old and missing my chance to dance ballet :)

  • @montse7803
    @montse7803 4 года назад +55

    I started to dance ballet when I was 3 years old but at 12 before wearing pointe shoes I stopped and I regret enough but now in a month I'm turning 17 and I want to start dancing again after the quarantine.Who with me ?

    • @depipits3295
      @depipits3295 3 года назад +7

      me too! I stopped ballet before going on pointe shoes at 12. then i took synchronized dance since this year (im 17) but now i want to continue ballet i miss it so much

    • @sm0llqueen289
      @sm0llqueen289 2 года назад +1

      I started dance at 9 and after a year i went back to karate
      i greatly regret it holestly

  • @cathyalmeida3488
    @cathyalmeida3488 2 года назад +38

    All my friends laughed at me last year when I first started in ballet and contemporany, months later i can't be happier, I really like this art and I think it has been the best decission I've made in my entire life. Luna's wright... It's never too late! (Forgive me if I make mistakes, I'm spanish) LOVE YOU LUNA!

  • @annafsc5268
    @annafsc5268 4 года назад +500

    Honestly: I want the old intro back. I loved and I still do. It won’t be the same watching your videos🥺

    • @eceakn6194
      @eceakn6194 4 года назад +1

      Annafsc yes i agree

    • @aja6724
      @aja6724 4 года назад +21

      It’s sad that a intro that last for 5 seconds out of a 12 minute video affects your entire thinking on the video

    • @thetrios2155
      @thetrios2155 4 года назад +16

      yeah thats a little over dramtic

    • @lily4900
      @lily4900 3 года назад +8

      This is rly rude to say since she was clearly very excited about the new one and she worked hard on it. She put the old one back because she got so much hate. It is honestly rly sad, so I hope your happy cus now you have the precious intro that you liked so much even though its not even your channel

  • @amelia-ft7xe
    @amelia-ft7xe 4 года назад +942

    if you want an honest opinion of the intro, i don't really like the cartoon you, but i love everything else!

    • @Sophia-fb8vn
      @Sophia-fb8vn 4 года назад +104

      Amelia i don’t love the music either... but if she likes it then i guess that’s all that matters🤷‍♀️

    • @hmm6088
      @hmm6088 4 года назад +56

      I loved the old intro :( but it’s alright I guess

    • @francescavalenzuela6635
      @francescavalenzuela6635 4 года назад +9

      its super similar to devon carlson’s intro

    • @angiejch
      @angiejch 4 года назад +5

      Ididntlikeit:(

    • @thebeccanator
      @thebeccanator 4 года назад +2

      i agree, everything else is really cute tho and i like the idea

  • @biscuitballerina4468
    @biscuitballerina4468 4 года назад +50

    Who else watched this even though they've been a ballerina for a long time but they just love Luna? 💞

  • @helenoconnor9052
    @helenoconnor9052 4 года назад +40

    I trained pre-professionally in ballet for 11 years (age 6-17) and gave it up for personal reasons, but this reminded me of all the training I had and brought back some good memories. I have been an Irish dancer now for 10 years and all my ballet training has helped me so much over the years. It's such a great foundation for every type of dance and I'm so grateful for that training. Best of luck to anyone who is starting!! Have fun!!😄😊

  • @alicelawrence1084
    @alicelawrence1084 4 года назад +106

    9:12 “mine isn’t that great”
    *is 100 times better than mine*

  • @nataliaostruszka7368
    @nataliaostruszka7368 4 года назад +132

    I just said "hey guys it's Luna" in my head and you didn't at the very beginning and that felt weird 😂😂😂

  • @daysofdivy
    @daysofdivy 2 года назад +2

    23 here! Enrolled! And I will start my beginner adult ballet on Wednesday! EXCITING!

  • @michellevanderveken9526
    @michellevanderveken9526 4 года назад +123

    I did ballet for over 8 year and then I had to stop because I wasn’t allowed to do points anymore because of my feet. Watching your videos brings me back to the time I could still dance... thank you for that!! ❤️❤️

    • @jacqclarkdance7141
      @jacqclarkdance7141 4 года назад +7

      You should start up again! There are so many awesome adult classes available for all levels. I've taught a few adult ballet classes in my life, and they were so amazing and the students were all super supportive of each other! You should definitely try again :)

    • @michellevanderveken9526
      @michellevanderveken9526 4 года назад +4

      Jacq Clark Dance tnx I’m not an adult tho... I’m sixteen and wanted to do professional ballet but I’m not allowed to do points because of my feet...

    • @bethanymonday3726
      @bethanymonday3726 4 года назад +5

      @@michellevanderveken9526 I'm sorry about your feet. My friend has issues meaning she cant go en pointe but you should defo carry on dancing in flats! If you love to dance, then keep dancing because it's such a good way to let off steam and express yourself!

    • @michellevanderveken9526
      @michellevanderveken9526 4 года назад +4

      Bethany Monday thank you I will

    • @h00liaa
      @h00liaa 4 года назад +6

      @@michellevanderveken9526 you should try other forms of dance like jazz, lyrical etc! i also had feet problems from ballet so i switched to lyrical & i haven't looked back since :)

  • @MirosXSorim
    @MirosXSorim 4 года назад +79

    I started at 23 in December. Ive always dreamed of being a ballerina 🩰 🥰

    • @khwahishjoshi8789
      @khwahishjoshi8789 4 года назад +1

      OMG I need help. I wish to start ,but I'm already 16. Do you think that's alright? And what are some things you've learnt starting late?
      Also,I always dreamt of being a ballerina too❤️

    • @Susannah10
      @Susannah10 4 года назад +7

      I’m 21 and I REALLY want to start! Any tips??

    • @reaiahdavidson8834
      @reaiahdavidson8834 4 года назад +7

      Khwahish Joshi That is completely fine to start at 16 years old. Some tips would be to stretch using videos made by ballet dancers, taking online classes, and studying ballet terms and positions. I hope this helps❤️❤️💖💖💘

    • @AngelaChaiWeiSii
      @AngelaChaiWeiSii 3 года назад

      @@khwahishjoshi8789 it's never too late just keep practice ^^

    • @xmetalgamerx
      @xmetalgamerx 3 года назад +7

      I started at age 17 and gave up because I felt too old. Now I’m 22 and wish I would’ve kept up with it! I would have 5 years experience by now🤦🏻‍♀️ just started taking classes again (online) ✨💕

  • @llggbian
    @llggbian 4 года назад +12

    I'm 32 now,and I'd like to start ballet after I watched this video.
    You are no doubt so inspiring,and I love the shape you are now.
    I think you're glowing.
    Love from Taiwan.

    • @lucyk2634
      @lucyk2634 5 месяцев назад

      I just started month ago, I'm 30. And it's not even that hard as I thought it would be! Except I am not very flexible so that would really take time, but I always was that way it doesn't have anything to do with age

  • @Sweetcherry1985
    @Sweetcherry1985 4 года назад +432

    I want the old one back :(

    • @lily4900
      @lily4900 3 года назад +6

      This is rly rude to say since she was clearly very excited about the new one and she worked hard on it. She put the old one back because she got so much hate. It is honestly rly sad, so I hope your happy cus now you have the precious intro that you liked so much even though its not even your channel

    • @Sweetcherry1985
      @Sweetcherry1985 3 года назад

      @@lily4900 :D Oh dear.

  • @gigi6947
    @gigi6947 Год назад +10

    i always wanted to do ballet as a child but I was scared and my parents thought it was not for me! (my father wanted me to do more “””boyish””” sports 😅😅😅) and recently I started going to class and it’s amazing! I’m 24 so if you want to do ballet cmon it’s never too late! Love your channel, I wish I could be a professional like you! ❤❤❤

  • @johoh1121
    @johoh1121 4 года назад +200

    I saw the title and thought: Ehmmm, this is what I need... RUclips knows me a lot
    Today I wanted to make an online Ballet class but I am so Inflexible that I didn't want to do it...
    But I love watching ballet and trying to do it by myself, sooo...
    ...HAS ANYONE ADVICE?

    • @leah8269
      @leah8269 4 года назад +38

      You don't have to be flexible to start ballet but if you wanna take it more seriously or just want to be flexible you can stretch and do some stretching often and you will see.
      Dance is not just about flexibility, it is about line, technique, coordination, body control and passion...
      Just have fun, while quarantine just take ballet lesson online but think about the technique more than about the flexibility.
      But I recommend to stretch, Anna mcnulty has awesome stretch routine...
      Good luck
      Btw: I started dance not a long ago and I love it so much 😍

    • @johoh1121
      @johoh1121 4 года назад +6

      Thank you so much for the help! I will try out everything you said and maybe I can make my ballet dream come true

    • @andromedaespejo7986
      @andromedaespejo7986 4 года назад +8

      Yeah, I think the most important concept it's the "turn out". Once you understand it you can really now if you're doing your exercises right because it helps you with every position. The "turn out" is when you "open" your legs so your knees don't see in front of you but in diagonal, the movement starts from the hips and your butt (you can feel it if you imagine there's a coin between your butt so you have to maintain it there, and I know it's sound funny but once you put strength in your butt the rest of the leg should follow the movement.) to your knees, ending with your foot. You can feel it if you lay down and let loose your legs. Some people have natural turn out, some don't, and that's okey, the important thing is not forcing it, and you can know that if your knees aren't straight. I hope this help you, :)

    • @chiara4243
      @chiara4243 4 года назад +7

      Go ahead and do it! I started ballet the year I turned 15 and I couldn’t even really touch my toes but if you work hard you can do it! I took as many classes as I could and gave it my all and now I’m almost caught up with girls who started really little! I’m not at American standards but for my country and age group, not too bad hahaha

    • @carolatheamazing
      @carolatheamazing 4 года назад +5

      nobody's judging you. it might seem intimidating and scary at first but everyone in that class is there to learn just like you. focus on the exercises and listen to corrections. if you want to become stronger, you can do some simple exercises to strengthen your feet and therabands are very good for exercising your feet. i hope all these comments have inspired you to start and just know that you'll be beautiful !

  • @aliciagriveau6922
    @aliciagriveau6922 4 года назад +17

    I'm french and I was a ballet dancer for 10 years, it's so weird to hear the french terms from ballerinas all around the world !!! So amazing 💃👌

    • @bryony.m
      @bryony.m 2 года назад

      I have a question when doing ballet in french do you just here “to bend” instead of plié or like does it sound weird or not?

    • @shanury_fly9244
      @shanury_fly9244 Год назад

      @@bryony.m no we hear plié

  • @Feliciayoko
    @Feliciayoko 4 года назад +8

    I left ballet when I was 10 (now 21) because my mum didn’t want to pay for lessons anymore. Watching your videos remind me of my love for ballet and it makes me want to learn it again!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @AshaLoonFilms
    @AshaLoonFilms 4 года назад +1

    I love how you encouraged body positivity Luna, it’s so important

  • @al-lr8eq
    @al-lr8eq 4 года назад +35

    this video came at the perfect time because i’m trying to teach myself ballet in quarantine. i’ve been a dancer my whole life but i’ve only ever done jazz, hip hop, contemporary and musical theatre so this video has really helped me!

  • @jesskim8596
    @jesskim8596 4 года назад +9

    I love the new intro and dont feel pressured to change it because others dont like it! Its your channel you choose the theme 💕

  • @mirandaqiao1036
    @mirandaqiao1036 4 года назад

    Watching Luna's videos come out is probably one of the best feelings in my day

  • @jadyn5758
    @jadyn5758 4 года назад

    i love how real luna is! stay safe beautiful! 🥺❤️

  • @georginaanton4726
    @georginaanton4726 4 года назад +12

    I’m a ballerina, and this helps soo much. Thank you Luna
    I love you ♥️♥️

  • @notyvonne_
    @notyvonne_ 4 года назад +4

    Luna, you are literally the prettiest, positive and enthusiastic person I’ve ever seen😩💞 i wish you the best for your future and please stay safe💓💗💖💞💝💘

  • @lisagauthier8756
    @lisagauthier8756 4 года назад

    ive been dancing for 11 years now and i think it's really cool to be able to follow someone who has the same passion, i really love your dance videos luna!!

  • @maggiekeidel185
    @maggiekeidel185 4 года назад +1

    I love how positive you are 💕💓💞

  • @Wellitsjustus
    @Wellitsjustus 4 года назад +8

    It's never too late to start ballet!!! I started taking classes in January the day before I turned 20

  • @ThanhMaiOFFICIAL
    @ThanhMaiOFFICIAL 4 года назад +20

    What a fresh topic! Not knowing much about this profession, the video was rather informative and nice to watch! Keep up the great content and have a safe and wonderful day 🙌💯😊👍

  • @larisaduma2333
    @larisaduma2333 11 месяцев назад

    I started ballet last year at 37 and I am so in love with it so yes, it is never too late! 🥰❤️

  • @dieterkoch6563
    @dieterkoch6563 4 года назад

    Luna, you are such an inspiring teacher. I trust your teaching classes will be ongoing once this thing is over. Good luck.

  • @sara.bpereira
    @sara.bpereira 4 года назад +30

    I’ve been so invested in ballet classes lately (even if they’re at home ahaha) and honestly you’re one of my motivations! I started ballet at 8 and stopped at 9 and then restarted at 13 (September 2019) and now I’m 14 (since December) and honestly If you’re motivated and do you’re best in lessons everything will become so much easier :)
    Here are some tips that help me:
    -Learn your exercises: know them by heart. I’m sure there are RUclips videos of your exercises or tutorials. I usually search my grade+the name of the exercise or my grade+barre, etc.
    -Strech!: If you warm up and stretch well in the beginning of the lesson everything will become way easier, trust me!
    -Don’t forget to keep a good posture, straight knees, tighten stomach and glutes. This is important because it will help you with balance!
    -During exercises, don’t forget your head: foot to the front=head to the side, foot to the side=head to the front, foot to the back=head to the side.
    -Remember the comments your teacher makes! If you hear the same thing a lot, write it down and try to remember to not repeat the same mistake.
    Also, I’m in RAD so I don’t know if per example for the head positions it works like that for everyone so try to inform yourself. Hope I helped! :))

    • @jessicaboyle626
      @jessicaboyle626 4 года назад

      I love these tips! They are so great xx

    • @sara.bpereira
      @sara.bpereira 4 года назад

      The Bohemian Ballerina 💞💞

    • @sara.bpereira
      @sara.bpereira 4 года назад

      The Bohemian Ballerina I just noticed you have videos on your channel. I watched your last one and it’s absolutely beautiful! Keep it up, I subscribed!

  • @hallehangen1517
    @hallehangen1517 4 года назад +18

    Thanks so much for sharing this!! I started studying ballet last semester at my school, and even though I just turned 20 and have no previous dance experience it's something I definitely want to become serious about. It's such a beautiful art form and I feel stronger and more graceful already. The good thing that has come out of this pandemic for me is the huge amount of online dance classes so I can keep going even if studios are closed. Your videos are such an inspiration to me!

  • @urdone6585
    @urdone6585 6 месяцев назад

    its been 3 years and ive been looking to start ballet, this inspired me alot so thank you!

  • @isabellep7591
    @isabellep7591 3 года назад

    I can tell you’re a great teacher

  • @miabowers4653
    @miabowers4653 4 года назад +3

    Hi luna! You have changed my way on thinking about myself as a dancer! I love your videos! 💗💗

  • @fayre1393
    @fayre1393 4 года назад +10

    I have done dance and gymnastics my whole life. I stopped those (right when i was about to use point shoes) because i got injured and i needed to do several surgeries. I'm allowed to dance to the point where i don't feel pain, which is basically 5 minutes after i start although i often dance regardless the pain( which i know is not good for my body but it's so much fun still moving my body and just enjoy the moment). Sometimes my family just finds me doing some random choreography in the middle of the room.
    Watching this types of videos brings me so much peace and kinda connects me with the real me.
    Love you so much, thanks🌸🌸🌸

  • @allisonarnold7785
    @allisonarnold7785 2 года назад +1

    I’m 23 and have my very first beginner ballet class tonight!! I’m so excited!!

  • @irenealpan3359
    @irenealpan3359 4 года назад

    Ahh,your videos SERIOUSLY made my day!Thank you for being you!

  • @Zoe-fm1qt
    @Zoe-fm1qt 2 года назад +12

    I started ballet last year when I was 14 (I did do ballet for 2 years when I was 4 and 5) and I went to my friend’s studio which I knew I would be able to be in with the girls my age rather than with the girls my skill level, and it was really good having my best friend to help me figure out what I was doing and help me outside of dance class. Im curvier than the other girls in the class but my friend has a VERY similar body shape to me so that has helped me not feel terrible about my body when so many of the others are so much slimmer (they’re all super nice though) and I had my first ballet performance since I was 5 a few weeks ago and I did super well and I LOVE ballet. The teacher tries so hard to make everyone feel accepted and happy and she worked with me to catch me up with the other girls when I first joined, giving me something to do to work up to it if things were too hard. I know lots of people that would be too scared to start something new at this age, but I’m super determined so nothing was stopping me even if I felt a bit discouraged sometimes 😂 but truly, ballet makes me really happy and I’m SO happy that I joined when I did, it’s never too late to start something new. Thank you for all of your videos, they’re amazing :D ✨✨✨

  • @mickhoutveen4601
    @mickhoutveen4601 4 года назад +5

    I just started practice on and off, maybe two times a week. i've picked up on the basics by just looking at a lot of video's and almost everything you showed has confirmed what i'm doing. Thank you! Also, i think is very important to mention, when you're stretching, don't over do it. It's alright if things start to tingle a little and feel weird but listen to your body, don't stretch any further than that right away. Build it all up slowly, it may take a couple of weeks or even months to get where you want to be.

  • @gabsgrims4267
    @gabsgrims4267 3 года назад

    I did ballet for about ten years and I miss it so so much and regret quitting everyday. definitely going to try and get back into thank you for sharing I love your videos💕

  • @jaimejepson9542
    @jaimejepson9542 4 года назад

    Probably THE sweetest and kindest girl out there ! 💞 big love from UK

  • @melissaikizoglu867
    @melissaikizoglu867 4 года назад +56

    yo I seen abby from dance moms sCREAM about sickled feet for the longest time and I just learned what it actually looks like lmao

  • @rosebud6124
    @rosebud6124 Год назад +10

    I know this video is pretty old but lately I have been thinking about taking classes but didn’t know where to start. This video helped inform me on the terms and positions and attire of ballet. Thank you so much. You are a very inspiring person!

  • @isabellep7591
    @isabellep7591 3 года назад

    I’m just catching up on “old” videos and I loveeee the new intro, it’s so fun!!!!

  • @yellowlemon5420
    @yellowlemon5420 Год назад +2

    These comments are making me so happy! I thought I was too old to start.

  • @ItzLily55
    @ItzLily55 2 года назад +7

    I’m about to start ballet and I’m super excited! I’m 11 almost 12 and did ballet when I was 3, I never liked it but I’ve watched a few beginner ballet videos and and followed along to them! I’ve started to really like it and have convinced my mum to let me do some classes. I’m really looking forward to it and yeah! Great vid by the way!

  • @nadiabarmasse5294
    @nadiabarmasse5294 4 года назад +12

    I love your new intro, and you were so pretty with your outfit and makeup ❤️ Btw I started ballet two years ago and I'm 25 yo , so It's never too late to start, if ballet is your passion then do it don't be afraid ❤️ of course at first I was very scared to be judged but now I don't care anymore, I'm just enjoying what I'm doing ❤️ And for those of you guys who want to be more flexible you should definitely do yoga (everyday is more effective) because I was pretty flexible but now it has been two years since I started yoga and I do it everyday now, and I have my splits, I can do high leg hold etc❤️ (sorry for my bad english)

  • @yuyuchubz253
    @yuyuchubz253 2 года назад

    thank you for all your kind words of encouragement throughout the video!

  • @danisaurtaylor3758
    @danisaurtaylor3758 4 года назад +2

    I danced ballet for 7 years, did point for 4 and one day i just got fed up with it. The perfectionist mindset was toxic to me to the point where i was solely doing ballet for my teachers approval and that seeped into all aspects of my life. I constantly felt like my body was being run through a CT scan, every improper alignment on display for everyone to critique. I took a break and noticed this distructive mindset but also taking a break made me realize how much i miss it and why i loved it in the first place. I gained so many amazing qualities from ballet like discipline, work ethic, drive to always do my best, grace, etc. with the pandemic going on i haven’t been able to return but i have grown to realize what i loved about ballet from my time off after putting away the perfectionist mindset that blocked my relationship with ballet

  • @tara3096
    @tara3096 4 года назад +68

    Me: *reads title*
    Also me: *CLICK CLICK CLICK*

  • @yaseminstefania1430
    @yaseminstefania1430 4 года назад +8

    Until no one belived that i can do ballet (because im 13) but really thank you and tomorrow im going to start ballet i was a gymnast for past 10 years and when i stoped i felt really lost i hope this will be my new passion
    ❤❤❤

  • @hanna8135
    @hanna8135 4 года назад +1

    I did ballet for 10 years and quit almost 6 years ago.
    But I still enjoy watching your ballet videos, they are almost my favs on ur channel! 💓
    Stay safe and healthy🍀

  • @bee-ut6bx
    @bee-ut6bx 3 года назад

    i did ballet as a kid but stopped then i started again this year and everyone was so nice in the studio!

  • @winnyfredxxxx
    @winnyfredxxxx 4 года назад +9

    It has always been my dream to be a ballerina, but I'm so scared to go to a class. Your splits are goals by the way! I'm trying to get there 😊

  • @hejira9688
    @hejira9688 3 года назад +4

    Thank you so much! I’ve always wanted to do ballet since I was a little girl but I put it away as something I could never do because of how my life had been. Now I’m 23 going through my journey of healing and reparenting; brining the dreams I had back to light and telling myself I can do it....even though I can’t even touch my toes...

    • @sarahjohnson6407
      @sarahjohnson6407 2 года назад

      I couldn't touch my toes when I started ballet, even then it took me years to accomplish it. Flexibility is important but it is something that comes with time.

  • @emi7607
    @emi7607 4 года назад

    i really love your intro it´s soooo cute and i love how your Cartoon-Luna shakes the stars from her hair!!

  • @michelleameyaw3419
    @michelleameyaw3419 4 года назад

    Ahhhh you don’t understand how much I’ve been looking for and wanting something like this!!! Thank you sooo much and I love you sooo much Luna you’re literally everything 💜💜💜

  • @chloeexe9949
    @chloeexe9949 3 года назад +3

    Ive been on and off dance since i was 3. I started ballet and did it for
    3 years but i was bullied out of it so a year later tried my hand at hiphop i did for 2 years but i quit and then i did gymnastics till i was 11 but my teacher moved away and i gave up. A few months ago i was inspired to start dance again this really helped me thank u so much

  • @juslover804
    @juslover804 4 года назад +190

    I personally don't really like the new intro. it's just not my style. but hey most important is you like it and I'm happy with it😁 I guess I just "expected" since you said you've had the old one for so long, you wanna chance it to something more "mature" idk. so I was kinda surprised😅 much love ♡

  • @larissapsalc2582
    @larissapsalc2582 4 года назад +2

    Looooooove this video!! So helpful to see everything you need for basic ballet in one video. Love it!! Thank you so much ☺️

  • @chelseabrotherston7846
    @chelseabrotherston7846 4 года назад +2

    I am going into my first year of ballet this September and I’m really excited!! So this video was very helpful because I have been working on a few things so now I know how I can improve!! 😊👍💖

  • @outrplanetz
    @outrplanetz Год назад +3

    I followed along with those small child ballet classes on amazon when I was five and now I'm thinking about actually trying ballet. I'm 11 now and I am trying to become more flexible, lose some weight, and attempt some ballet. Thank you for making it apparent that it is never to late to start 💖

    • @Purpleclouds9
      @Purpleclouds9 Год назад

      Its so amazing that you are starting ballet and it can be really fun, but please don’t worry about your weight! you don’t need to be a certain weight or size to do ballet. The ballet industry can be very harsh about body image and that sort of thing, so especially at your age, don’t put that pressure on yourself. Doing ballet is so much fun and I really hope you enjoy it❤

  • @yeji_hyun9854
    @yeji_hyun9854 Год назад +11

    I turned 14 a few days ago and was thinking about starting ballet classes cuz it's always been something I really loved and let's be honest.. You really encouraged me more.
    Thank you so much for this helpful video 🎀✨

    • @user-wc8uo8ke9s
      @user-wc8uo8ke9s Год назад +1

      Have you started yet?!

    • @yeji_hyun9854
      @yeji_hyun9854 Год назад +1

      @@user-wc8uo8ke9s actually no... School is draining me literally.. My exams are in 2 weeks and I'm on the verge of failing.. It's so much I swear.. But hopefully this year passes by and then I'll start 💗

    • @Jiafei.YeHuanXiang
      @Jiafei.YeHuanXiang 4 месяца назад

      Have you started yet?

    • @maiab2867
      @maiab2867 3 месяца назад

      Did you start?

  • @anniesanders4307
    @anniesanders4307 4 года назад

    a lot of people have been talking about liking the old one more, but tbh, it just makes me happy seeing u happy and i'm glad that the new intro makes u feel that way :)

  • @soniatomasiewicz865
    @soniatomasiewicz865 4 года назад +1

    You are my favorite youtuber and I just found out I am starting ballet next year! Thank you for this video!!!!

  • @bibiancachan6065
    @bibiancachan6065 3 года назад +4

    I just started ballet! (I’m almost 13) It’s a hard art form but I love it with my full heart ❤️ I have really talented girls in my class so I’m training like every day to become like them... But it’s all worth it! :D I wish I started when I was 4 but I can’t go back in time. And starting with ballet is the best decision I ever made! If it’s your dream And really wanna do it it’s never to late! Love you Luna🥰🩰

  • @samiralarissa9657
    @samiralarissa9657 4 года назад +4

    knowing that i have been a balerina for 14 years, still sitting on the couch and watching a video on how to be one 🤓 and loving it of course

  • @Mariana-lu8nb
    @Mariana-lu8nb 4 года назад +1

    I just recently started my ballet channel! You are part of the reason I started my channel!

  • @carolinehoward584
    @carolinehoward584 3 года назад

    Thank you for the hands highlight !!!

  • @camillerck
    @camillerck 4 года назад +3

    I started ballet at 26 ! It is never too late :)

  • @saraxnkl3860
    @saraxnkl3860 4 года назад +5

    I’m not even interested in ballet but I loooooove watching your videos 💛 dope introoo tho

  • @anav.m.6903
    @anav.m.6903 4 года назад

    Thank you soooo much for this video. I'm a late starter at ballet and I really needed something like this. I loved the new intro!!! Loads of love from Spain💞💞😘

  • @emmajoy9871
    @emmajoy9871 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you. 42 years old and started last week. Good tips on technique, appreciated ❤

  • @tessakimberly8138
    @tessakimberly8138 3 года назад +3

    Also the shoes and outfit is chosen by your teacher

  • @mrsbebeeledger
    @mrsbebeeledger 4 года назад +25

    I’m a dancer trying to get back into it. And this break has given me the chance to really work on it! I lovvveeee also I’m wondering if I should make more dance videos?!?!

    • @sookkielf9134
      @sookkielf9134 2 года назад +1

      100% make videos

    • @mrsbebeeledger
      @mrsbebeeledger 2 года назад

      @@sookkielf9134 I definitely will in the new year! I currently make lifestyle vids and I am a dance teacher so I make dance vlogs every now and then!

  • @valerialay8452
    @valerialay8452 4 года назад

    i love this so much! you should make it a series 🥰

  • @hejira9688
    @hejira9688 4 года назад

    You are so inspirational!

  • @aviie2831
    @aviie2831 3 года назад +3

    I have been doing ballet since I was 2 so I really didn’t have to come here but GOOD LUCK EVERYONE, IT WILL BE HARD BUT YOU CAN DO IT!!

  • @laia4778
    @laia4778 4 года назад +3

    I've been wanting do ballet forever. I actually started when I was little and I fell in love with it. However, after a few months I had to drop out due to bullying. Now, I'm 23 and I started ballet in September. I was very scared to start doing it, but it is the best thing I've done. I feel so happy and encouraged. Thank you for this video, it was really useful

    • @hareema4442
      @hareema4442 3 года назад

      How is it going?

    • @laia4778
      @laia4778 3 года назад +1

      @@hareema4442 I'm afraid to say that not well. Covid is not making this easy. But I'm still determined to practice it.

    • @hareema4442
      @hareema4442 3 года назад

      @@laia4778 oh no, just hang in there, hopefully it'll be better after the pandemic is over

  • @tylaacheson1455
    @tylaacheson1455 4 года назад +1

    Love watching your videos! They put off such a positive vibe 😍 btw, LOVE your hair!

  • @jaderhoden5620
    @jaderhoden5620 4 года назад +2

    Luna, you should do a series teaching people ballet during quarantine!

  • @annapietrzak7864
    @annapietrzak7864 4 года назад +3

    I like the old intro much better

  • @janinakraker9495
    @janinakraker9495 4 года назад +15

    I *LOVE* the new intro! Even though its really different to the old one, i like that it represents your last name montana with the song and your first name luna with the little moon at the end!

    • @lily4900
      @lily4900 3 года назад

      YES! Finally someone expressing something other then hate for the "new" intro. I think it is so immature how ppl r making it all about themselves saying "i dont like it" and now she changed it back :(

    • @Captivagirl353
      @Captivagirl353 3 года назад

      FINALLY! A nice comment

  • @chiara4243
    @chiara4243 4 года назад

    I’ve already been dancing for 2 years but I love Luna’s videos so much so I’m still watching this hahaha

  • @thatsroughbuddy_
    @thatsroughbuddy_ 8 месяцев назад +1

    I'm 22 and starting ballet for the first time in my life. I'm so excited