5 Tips for Adult/Teen Beginner Ballet Dancers

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  • Опубликовано: 25 янв 2025

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  • @laradossantos2174
    @laradossantos2174 9 месяцев назад +21

    Im 51 and today I started my first class. Had so much fun. Don't know why I haven't started earlier.

    • @GloriasVlogs
      @GloriasVlogs 2 месяца назад

      Thats awesome. I always wanted to do ballet but my mother never put me in ballet and to this day i still want to do it. Im 48 and sometimes i feel like its to old and not only that im a little overweight

    • @laradossantos2174
      @laradossantos2174 2 месяца назад

      @@GloriasVlogs Dont ever let your weight stop you form doing what you want. You can do it and you will feel so much better for taking that step. Rooting for you.

  • @katiebrowning1503
    @katiebrowning1503 3 года назад +304

    I started ballet in my 20s and am getting fitted for my first pair of pointe shoes this week at 25. So excited!

    • @BalletMisfit
      @BalletMisfit  3 года назад +11

      Have fun!

    • @howdyyall4335
      @howdyyall4335 2 года назад +5

      I pray you're having loads of fun! God bless 💓

    • @imsotired0
      @imsotired0 2 года назад +1

      Congrats, have fun!

    • @HopeeInk
      @HopeeInk Год назад +8

      I'm thinking about starting it I'm 25 soon and it's something I wanted to do as a kid, but we couldn't afford so maybe now?

    • @gainesfilm
      @gainesfilm Год назад +1

      omg congrats!! 💕💕💕

  • @dangerousdoodle2410
    @dangerousdoodle2410 2 года назад +59

    I'm sixteen and I just signed up for a 6 week absolute beginner ballet course. I am so excited i could cry. thank you for your tips!

    • @remigal899
      @remigal899 Год назад +3

      I want to do that so bad but I can’t find any studios in New York that are REALLY beginner friendly for teens 😓

    • @PaigeBartholomew
      @PaigeBartholomew 10 месяцев назад +1

      I started at 17 …. Many years ago. There is a lot to learn, but just use the first year to learn the movements and names.
      She’s right… go slowly. Enjoy each small victory!
      The body wants to get strong! The body wants to learn. It’s not about anyone else but you! If all you can do is get the barre combinations of simple tendus and releves…. That’s a lot for a brain to grasp!
      Stay patient! Love your journey! In a year, you’ll look back and be do proud of how far you’ve come. ❤

    • @PaigeBartholomew
      @PaigeBartholomew 10 месяцев назад

      @@remigal899there are DOZENS of ballet schools online with paid classes. But also FREE CLASSES on RUclips- check out Kathryn Morgan’s beginners ballet classes. Also Broche Ballet on RUclips. You can use a kitchen chair as a barre, or you can buy a barre online. (Target sells a really great wooden bar for $100.)
      I use my living room as my studio. After six months of studying at home, I finally found an adult class in my city, and now I found three or four. They’re really getting more popular!

    • @taysi.2788
      @taysi.2788 8 месяцев назад

      ⁠​⁠@@remigal899hey I don’t know if you’re still interested but I’m 16 and found a place that offers beginner ballet for grades 8-12 and I’m starting in the fall! If you want the information just reply back because I was so happy to find a place that accepts teen beginners.

    • @Ilovesweaters
      @Ilovesweaters 6 месяцев назад

      @@remigal899omg i’m in the same position as you! i’m also in new york and i can’t find any sadly

  • @mesopotamiacode
    @mesopotamiacode 3 года назад +94

    I am 42 year-old now, but I try to pretend I still 20, I don't want limits by my age to learning, I still learning basic.
    Thank you to share your experience, is so important to me.

    • @thelivingroom6371
      @thelivingroom6371 Год назад +3

      You are awesome!
      Keep going STRONG!!

    • @workouts3528
      @workouts3528 Год назад +5

      You're only as old as you feel! I think 42 is a wonderful age to start dancing, your body will thank you for choosing to stay fit and active!

  • @lilliesinthegard32
    @lilliesinthegard32 3 года назад +42

    you sound like the best teacher ever

  • @liannc843
    @liannc843 3 года назад +61

    I’m 18 and I’m starting my first ballet class today. I’m super nervous and excited and I hope I improve a lot. 😩

  • @Geocookie21
    @Geocookie21 2 года назад +31

    I just emailed a teacher about joining an adult class. I am 22 and I’ve always wanted to do it, I had really bad body issues and self confidence and I had a lot of social issues, in the past few years I got diagnosed with autism and now, I am adjusted and prepared for life I can finally go for my life’s dream… learning ballet.

  • @debbrown721
    @debbrown721 2 года назад +28

    At age 66, you are helping me to feel more graceful, improve my balance, fulfill a childhood dream of taking ballet, and helping me be physically fit. I have noticed changed in my appearance since I began in late January. I wish I could Like after each time I repeat a lesson, but can't. Thank you so much for making these lessons.

  • @caitlinappel7068
    @caitlinappel7068 3 года назад +99

    Making notes for myself
    Tip 1:Take your time, your body and mind need time to rest. Do not overwhelm yourself, take breaks.
    Tip 2:Be consistent, (try to do ballet once a week minimum)
    Tip 3:Enjoy the process, ballet is hard so be patient!¯\_(ツ)_/¯Progress is slow and thats okay, learn to be okay with the position you are in now
    Tip 4: Be aware of your mental health. Everyone's journey is unique, focus on how amazing it is to all that you do right now! When you're having a mental spiral remind yourself, rather late than never
    Tip 5:Find the right people or community. Having them around will make you feel less alone on your journey!
    (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧

    • @carolbassant2490
      @carolbassant2490 Год назад

      Thanks for this am keeping it for me, am going to snap shot, blessings

  • @danielandjessi
    @danielandjessi 3 года назад +57

    I wish I had someone like you to speak into my life when I was in ballet. I started when I was 11 and I was always behind everyone else. It was so hard on me. Every single dancer I knew had started when they were 3-5 years old. I ended up quitting when I was 16 because of being constantly mistreated by my dance teacher and an old friend. I couldn’t handle the treatment anymore. The place where I once came to find peace and utter joy became a nightmare to go to every week. I regret quitting to this day. I’m now 27 and am married with 3 lovely kids and one on the way! I’m wanting to get back into ballet but can’t afford classes at this time. So I’ve been following along to some classes on YT. I’m so glad I found your channel! You’re so precious and relatable. Keep making videos and keep following your dreams! Thanks for the encouragement. 💛

  • @osnatshaibe1534
    @osnatshaibe1534 3 года назад +56

    I’m 55 & just started, never danced in my life..... I find it very enjoyable, because I like challenges and ballet is definitely one of the most challenging form of body performance. So, am extremely grateful for your online teaching 🙏. Blessings & 💕

    • @SK-eb5bk
      @SK-eb5bk 3 года назад +6

      Im 50, enjoy it a lot too.

  • @juliasturrus876
    @juliasturrus876 3 года назад +23

    You are a gem!! I'm 22 and I'll be starting ballet next month. I'm so excited but I could really use some tips. Thank you for being kind and welcoming :)

  • @sunnyfunnyfeesh
    @sunnyfunnyfeesh 3 года назад +9

    Almost 43 and giving this thing a shot! Thank you for being here :)

  • @ariel1405
    @ariel1405 3 года назад +30

    You are my literal life savor I’m starting my first class in September (I’m 14) I’ve loved ballet for so long my mom was never sure why but I love classical music and just everything about ballet so it’s exiting and thank you letting me know it’s possible and to not be embarrassed ❤️

    • @melbaharvey8146
      @melbaharvey8146 2 года назад +3

      how did it go? im 13, restarting in january, and i am a bit nervous

    • @gracedonohoe6700
      @gracedonohoe6700 Год назад +1

      how is it going? i want really want to start in the next couple months

    • @edibleshoe8713
      @edibleshoe8713 Год назад

      I'm 14 now, and I really want to start after I quit at 11. How did it go for you?

    • @Jiafei.YeHuanXiang
      @Jiafei.YeHuanXiang Год назад

      @@edibleshoe8713As someone who is also 14 and started 3 months ago I’ll tell you it’s going great for me! I had to quit at age 10 so I assume I have a very similar story to yours. I say just go for it I love it! I’m in a class with girls who are a few years younger than me (they are also noticeably shorter than me) and seeing the girls my age or older going into the more advanced class makes me a bit self conscious at times but I try to just focus on my ballet journey and not anyone else’s if it’s not going to inspire me! That’s my advice I can give to you.
      But despite that all honesty if you wanna join just JOIN! If you’re still not super sure about it, maybe just try a few classes and see how you like it but my advice is to just go for it and not quit because if you do it for years you can become the dancer you want to be!
      I hope you end up joining I’d love to see more 14 year olds starting ballet!

  • @mabellex3_
    @mabellex3_ 3 года назад +34

    I'm 13 and you were my inspiration to start ballet since I thought I'm a little old to start because my friends start at 7-8 years old,thank you 💗💗💗💗

    • @srija8-c833
      @srija8-c833 3 года назад +4

      Same for me I am 13 too

    • @ecdb
      @ecdb 2 года назад +1

      Same!!

    • @lightrayy
      @lightrayy 2 года назад +1

      Have you started ballet classes?

    • @Aqewdshguyfuyguygjh
      @Aqewdshguyfuyguygjh Год назад

      I want to try ballet as well! Im 12 though I might start at 13 instead; I haven’t talked to my mom yet since I do cheer

  • @cammywriter6062
    @cammywriter6062 3 года назад +4

    I'm 30 and a mom of three. I did ballet when I was in grade school. I stopped after a few lessons, ballet was so expensive too. I went back and came across your channel. Thank you for this! :)

  • @smmrkl1999
    @smmrkl1999 2 года назад +6

    When i watch your videos i feel powerful and the musical way you talk to us is fabulous and make me love the harmony and things related to the dance.
    You have taught far more than ballet by your being and attitude towards the dance.
    I also have to thank you for your incredible techniques in teaching cause you put the hard movements into understandable pieces which i found rare on YT cause most of 'em tend to show their body and glory not to TEACH.
    Anyway thank you for your inspirational helping words. Love you.

  • @EvieDaae23
    @EvieDaae23 3 года назад +3

    I'm 21 and getting back into ballet (moved a lot as a kid, couldn't keep up with classes) and your videos have been wonderful! You are a wonderful teacher. Thank you!

  • @girlsoup01
    @girlsoup01 3 года назад +10

    I started at 9. At 14 i went straight into modern jazz until 18. Went back to ballet at 33 for a year. Im back at 43 lol and I love it still! The physical discipline is an excellent challenge at my age lol

  • @junannlim5876
    @junannlim5876 2 года назад +4

    Omg I needed these encouragement so much! I'm 25 years old and I'm very new to ballet, and I just started ballet 3 weeks ago. And on my 3rd week, my teacher is already teaching pirouette! 🤯 And I was a kpop dancer for 10 years so my brain couldn't really coordinate and I felt sooo frustrated that I'm lowkey not looking forward to the next ballet class anymore. 😭

  • @vintage.physics
    @vintage.physics Год назад +1

    I absolutely LOVE your mindset 💗 Automatically subscribed, and I’m so happy to see that you are still making videos (:

  • @gcywart
    @gcywart Год назад +4

    I am nearly 30........................do not want to say my exact age I am a lady. But I have been exercising for 3 years, from running to Kung Fu to dancing. It is sad my hometown does not have adult ballet classes until I find your channel. I really want to say it is never too late to do anything you like!!! And thank you Thuan, you are my angel!!!

    • @clementineslaughter6904
      @clementineslaughter6904 Год назад +2

      I don't understand why it's not lady like to tell someone your age 😂 I'll be 28 in a few months. I don't even tell people I'm 27 any more lol. Aging is a gift. I want to be blessed with more life to live. I hope I make it past 70 and beyond 🌟 That in itself is a crown.

  • @KihyanChuaYap
    @KihyanChuaYap 3 года назад +3

    Started adult ballet weeks ago. And your videos have helped me catch up! Please continue your videos! Thank you!!!

  • @daugg9233
    @daugg9233 6 месяцев назад

    Thanks for making this class available!! I subscribed immediately, and have taken a class almost everyday since.
    I grew up practicing ballet and have been looking for an adult class to whip my technique back into shape. Living in a small town doesn’t afford me that luxury.
    You tube to the rescue!! Thanks again Ballet Misfit. This 46 year old is already feeling stronger and leaner-- My ballet teacher always said to come back to the barre-- this is just the exercise I’ve been searching for

  • @isabellaveno5845
    @isabellaveno5845 3 года назад +6

    Thank you so much! Please keep making these videos! I really enjoy these classes!

  • @InLovewithJesusChrist
    @InLovewithJesusChrist 2 года назад +3

    Thank you for this encouragement. May God bless you for yoyr courage. This helps me so much at 50. Your channel is amazing for us. So real and motivating. Love to see more lessons.

  • @Jiafei.YeHuanXiang
    @Jiafei.YeHuanXiang Год назад +2

    Also, you will have good days, and you will have bad days.
    I’m 14, I started ballet in August, and something I’ve noticed is some days I’m really feeling myself I feel like I’m getting stronger more flexible I’m able to do the moves better, just everything is there and I see the improvement.
    Other days, I feel like I’m not strong enough I’m not flexible enough I can’t seem to get the combination down I feel sloppy I feel like I’m trying but not hard enough.
    Please, please don’t let those bad days get you down. Growth isn’t linear, you’re going to have bumps in your journey and that’s okay. If you keep working you will have less and less bad days and more and more good days.
    Something I do to prevent bad days is EAT SOMETHING GOOD BEFORE PRACTICE! If you have no fuel, you have no energy to execute the moves better. Also, stay hydrated, and try to get good sleep. I notice on days I do all of that my dancing is significantly better, but remember even if you are doing all of that it won’t 100% prevent those bad days. ❤

  • @miquelyne
    @miquelyne 3 года назад +11

    hi, thank you for this ! 💗 i did ballet in elementary and high school ! i am in college now, and i started my ballet adult class last week ! and went to class today ! is it possible you can upload more ballet technique videos ? like maybe a series ? playlist ? idk lol but some adult ballet videos that focus on form, posture, or imagery etc ! 🩰

  • @salisalee
    @salisalee 3 года назад +4

    In my country, they're not teaching ballet to adult I'm so sad because I love ballet so much.

  • @B-isfor
    @B-isfor 3 года назад +8

    Hi thank you i started at 33 💖

  • @adleenalobo3273
    @adleenalobo3273 3 года назад +4

    thanks for the tips, i will make sure i remember them .i dnt have enough financial support yet so i am not able to go in a studio to learn ballet i dont know when i will be able to afford to go, right now i am learning in my own house from your videos thank you so much for that, i hope i learn ballet

  • @mahdiehbagheri7484
    @mahdiehbagheri7484 3 года назад +1

    you touched my heart when you said every boady is uniqe and shouldnt be just like each outher thank you . i just enjoy your classes

  • @bam098
    @bam098 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for being with us on this beautiful journey 🤍

  • @Cintialove999
    @Cintialove999 10 месяцев назад

    I love that you are so confident with ballet and learned so many amazing tips these gave me such a fresh outlook on ballet

  • @zey_h_S
    @zey_h_S 5 месяцев назад

    I'm 18 and I started ballet a few days with you beginner video
    Thank you for everything

  • @marthusya.7946
    @marthusya.7946 2 года назад +3

    Thank you!! I don’t have an opportunity now to visit offline classes, because I’m abroad (there’s a war at my homeland country). But I really want to do ballet, so I am training at home near the table, watching your videos!☺️ Even that I don’t know, when I’m going to go back home, I can practice now by myself and after war ends I could finally start visiting in-person classes🥰 16 year old from Ukraine✌🏼

    • @carolbassant2490
      @carolbassant2490 Год назад

      Blessings, may you look to JESUS for absolutely everything,

  • @koolsoop285
    @koolsoop285 2 года назад +1

    i have been doing ballet for the past 1.5 years, but the dance school i attended was really bad. in 3 days i will be starting over, at another dance school, which is said to be very good. i hope it goes well and i finally learn something

  • @Shirin4566
    @Shirin4566 Месяц назад

    You're the nicest girl i saw😭 thank you

  • @floraszalai1321
    @floraszalai1321 3 месяца назад

    I just started your videos (I wanted to find a fun way to move my body besides yoga) at 32, after 2 kids. I enjoy them so much I enrolled in beginner ballet in my city! ❤

  • @christinahayward1887
    @christinahayward1887 11 месяцев назад

    I can't tell you how much I love this video.

  • @Elena-kc6cr
    @Elena-kc6cr 2 года назад +1

    You are just absolutely amazing! thank you for sharing you!

  • @santhiyag1650
    @santhiyag1650 Год назад

    Your tips are life very practical. I love to hear from you more tips like these for adult beginners. Thank you.

  • @Lainanreading
    @Lainanreading Год назад

    Starting my first ballet class this Saturday!

  • @SW-kq3eq
    @SW-kq3eq Год назад

    I took a ballet class in my 20's but don't have the right body type (and my instructor was pure evil about this) and I'm 50 now and so jazzed to relearn this dance and to use the exercise to build muscle and improve balance and flexibility. Your technique for beginners is excellent and I'm taking it slow. I feel amazing afterwards. I look forward to this exercise and easily do it once or twice a week. :)

  • @karlii0045
    @karlii0045 9 дней назад

    I'm starting late, and my dream is to get into Vaganova Ballet Academy. Absolutely everyone has told me I'm not getting in because I started late, I don't have the right body or build and I'm not getting taught by the best ballet teachers my country offers. I believe I'll make it, though.

  • @julieeskandar9557
    @julieeskandar9557 Год назад

    your words are amazing thank you for sharing

  • @amiroquet7476
    @amiroquet7476 Год назад

    I'm gonna try to start ballet maybe in the next couple years or so. I've always been interested in learning it but I never got the chance. Now that I'm 18 I really really want to start getting into it as a hobby and as exorcise that I actually find fun 😂.

  • @taylorshort2512
    @taylorshort2512 3 года назад

    I love this because I’ve always wanted to do ballet

  • @louisianalady7105
    @louisianalady7105 3 года назад +1

    You're so amazingly kind and encouraging! Bless you!! 💕

  • @farideahmad6059
    @farideahmad6059 2 года назад

    you are amazing. Thank you soooo much

  • @sensathiya6220
    @sensathiya6220 3 года назад +1

    Is it possible to learn ballet without going to classes just by watching vidios?????

  • @idaphyllakurkalang20
    @idaphyllakurkalang20 3 года назад +3

    Unni could you please help me like to used any techniques how to have a perfect pointed toe . I'm having trouble how to pointed my toe and I always have an injured feet for long.

    • @cameronduncan3495
      @cameronduncan3495 3 года назад +1

      My feet were cramping up a lot until I watched her video on how to point your toes correctly! Good luck!
      Try this: ruclips.net/video/VQNA8oVRLJQ/видео.html

  • @kimchi4948
    @kimchi4948 3 года назад

    You always the big inspriration of me. Btw but your skin is very smooth. ^^
    Waiting every new videos. 🥰

  • @lorenalorena7078
    @lorenalorena7078 2 года назад +1

    Im wondering.. can you become a professional dancer in your 30s? Even if your just doing it for fun and the love of it?

  • @britneyalisonrubio1140
    @britneyalisonrubio1140 3 года назад +4

    Am first but thank you can you please do a video how to be more flexible

  • @ItsMePeoplee
    @ItsMePeoplee 2 года назад +1

    I’m 13 and I really want to start ballet, but due to the other sports I do, they make my legs a lot less petite, would I still be able to start ballet? Also My parents wouldn’t be willing to take me to classes, what would you advise I do please :)

    • @Jiafei.YeHuanXiang
      @Jiafei.YeHuanXiang Год назад +1

      Hi I’m 14 I started ballet back up again 2 months ago after not dancing for 3 years and I know you made this comment 11 months ago but my advice is to just go for it! And if you have already gone for it that’s awesome! I’m the oldest and the tallest in my class but I try to not focus on that as much and I love it so far :)
      I’m curious if you have started how is it going for you? You made this comment 11 months ago when you were 13 so are you 14 now?

  • @aubrib.2130
    @aubrib.2130 Месяц назад

    Hi! I’m 14 years old and I have always been in love with ballet since I was 4 but never got the chance to take classes. I can’t take classes still but I would love to do it, but sometimes I feel like it’s not possible because I’m not flexible and don’t know where to start. Is it possible for me to be professional from at home videos? Any advice would be great. Thanks everyone!

  • @lianxu7653
    @lianxu7653 3 года назад

    Plan to start my lesson here, where can I get the bar that you used in the lesson video?

  • @DoraElisa
    @DoraElisa 3 года назад +1

    dood im starting at 12 like im a tween is that warly or lateee?

  • @loualolo3542
    @loualolo3542 Год назад

    Your page is very beautiful but there is no translation because my English is not good can you put an Arabic translation and thank you

  • @ti4521
    @ti4521 3 года назад +1

    I know this isn't ideal but can someone do a Ballet class just wearing socks on feet. I want to try out a beginners class.... but don't want to purchase ballet shoes until I know I like it enough.

    • @BalletMisfit
      @BalletMisfit  3 года назад +4

      Socks are perfect! I use them when I do barre at home :)
      Slippers are useful for center work

    • @ti4521
      @ti4521 3 года назад

      @@BalletMisfit Thanks so much . I look forward to trying your classes :)

  • @Sd-inon
    @Sd-inon 5 месяцев назад

    Tomorrow I have ballet pls help me 😢😅❤

  • @hollynquin780
    @hollynquin780 2 года назад

    ❤️

  • @LifewithAlTesha
    @LifewithAlTesha 2 года назад

    👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @bangtaithanhcongthuyphan.2897
    @bangtaithanhcongthuyphan.2897 Год назад

    Chị ơi, mong chị đọc được lời em. Em cảm ơn chị chia sẻ nhiều lắm ạ, nó tiếp thêm động lực cho em ạ.

  • @squigglove
    @squigglove Год назад

    Thank you so much for the channel. I was a child dancer (ages 4 - 14). To this day my biggest life regret is quitting dance. I'm very out of shape now and the time gap is equivalent to never having taken dance at all 😔. I appreciate how slow your classes are and for the most part you use all the terminology. I'd still love to see a follow along video dedicated to just the terms and positions; because I get confused when a coupé somehow turns into a fondú, etc. Again, thank you SO MUCH for the channel. 🤍🩵💙💜

  • @hadasitalki7247
    @hadasitalki7247 Год назад