I am 15 and I have been hoping to one day take ballet but I am not the smallest person in the world and all I ever see is pencil thin people who do ballet. Is it possible for a person who isn't skinny(or even close to it) to do ballet ?
2006-08-07 19:10:12 · 18 answers · asked by lotrpottergirl 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Dancing
It's never too late to take ballet, and you don't have to be stick thin to be really good. My ballet teacher started ballet when he was 18 or 19, and he's been in a lot of ballets. It's all about the passion, will, and commitment. If you really like it and work hard(and have fun!), you'll get good no matter what age you start. Taking ballet (with proper techniques) will actually help you to lengthen your muscles and help your posture—not over night of course, so you'll have to have patience. Lots of studios have beginner teen ballet classes. You'll probably learn faster at this age, anyway. Just relax, try it, and enjoy it! If you really love ballet and have fun with it (while still working hard), you'll improve no matter what size you are.
I'm a dancer, and I've been dancing since I was 2. I didn't really start taking ballet until I was a little older. And still, I'm no stick! I have my mom's muscular thighs, big butt and flat chest! No body is perfect, and the beauty about dancing any style of dance is that no body NEEDS to be perfect!
But I also agree with what Jamie said above. My answer mostly supported the possible decision that you just want to persue ballet as a recreational activity. If you are thinking about professional ballet, really work hard at it for about three years, develop healthy eating habits. Dairy products are really good for dancers!
Don't let what anybody says discourage you though. Just really focus on your goals—you really have the power to do what ever you want!
2006-08-08 18:01:09 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are never too old or too big for ballet. My only suggestion to you is that you decide where your ballet is going to lead you.
Do you want to do it just for fun? Do you want to seriously pursue it? If it is a serious goal for you, you might have to loose weight. I am not saying this to be mean and harsh. It can really strain your ankles and knees to focus too much weight on those joints.
Please realize that I am not saying, "Hey, you need to start throwing up and starving yourself." I had some of these issues and I have seen far too many girks go down that road. Just get in touch with what your body needs. You don't have to be rail thin, but the bigger you are, the harder it will get.
Also, you'll need at least three good years of ballet technique and training before you can begin pointe, if that's what you're interested in.
2006-08-08 11:55:57 · answer #2 · answered by jamiesacademyofdance 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Omg!! Absolutly not! Its never to late to take ballet! I love it!! It doesnt matter how big you are! It may seem like it but it isnt just for the skinny people it is for everyone! I really hope that you find a great teacher that will teach you all they know! Its unbelievable what you learn at dance, and the friends that you make that last a lifetime! I really love ballet and I know you will to! HAve fun with it and youll go far!!
2006-08-10 10:00:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course you can do ballet. You will have ot work hard to build up the technique that most people start learning at a young age, but if you want to learn bad enough, and are determined, you can find passion in dancing. I know from experience. I didn't start dancing ballet until i was 14, And believe me, i am not one of those pencil thin people you are speaking of, But with determination and enough drive I have taken and passed two Royal Acadamy of Dancing exams with fairly high marks. So, if you want it bad enough, it is definatly possible. good luck!!
2006-08-08 04:39:01 · answer #4 · answered by Casey 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I started ballet when I was 18 and pointe when I was 20. I definitely think you can start ballet and get good at it despite your non-pencil size. All you need is determination.
Good Luck!
2006-08-08 08:40:36 · answer #5 · answered by ballerina_kim 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely, go for it!!! I had a dance teacher who didn't start dancing until she was 18. She was so passionate about it that she made it a career...she's amazing as well. She even did some Broadway work :) As for the weight....please don't be pencil thin! Dance should be for all body types. Besides, dance will get you into shape if you feel that you aren't. You should also try Jazz and Hip Hop, they are great fun!
2006-08-08 16:29:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone can do ballet no matter what there size or age. All you need to do is concentrate and work hard. The only way you can not do it is if you give up. Some people think dancing is easy but it is hard too. SO just rember work hard never give up and do your best.
2006-08-13 06:42:09 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
its never too late to start ballet (pointe)!!!....even tho u don't have the "body of a dancer"...doesn't mean u can't do it..if its somethin u love to do, then go for it!!...ur feet will eventually form an arch, and ull be able to do ballet just as easy as every other girl!
2006-08-09 12:21:25 · answer #8 · answered by k 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes very much darling! i've seen big sized people in ballet and they're just as flexible, strong and graceful.
i started real late for ballet too, at around 17 and i'm very much okay. they don't have 'adult ballet beginner courses' for nothing, you know.
as long as you're passionate and dedicated about it you'll see results. all the best girl!
2006-08-07 20:07:22 · answer #9 · answered by this_is_a_bomb 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It isn't too late! Please just be realistic about what you want to do and what your body is capable of. Your body will adapt to it as you go. Ballet is a skill.....you have to build it!! Embrace it! Dance is a very healthy activity. It also teaches discipline.......and all while you are having fun!
2006-08-07 22:49:20 · answer #10 · answered by happydancergirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋