I turn 20 this year and I'm sick of being a couch potato. I'm 5'1" and 98lbs, haven't been very physically active in recent years but in PE and such I was in really good shape. The only thing that worries me is my back and neck are messed up from a car accident but otherwise I just wonder if I'm just too old now! I'm assuming I am, and if so, any other recreational dancing for someone my age with that same emphasis on grace, etc?
2007-04-20 18:49:37 · 15 answers · asked by kaledrina 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Dancing
i dont ever think it is to old to try something new or have fun
2007-04-20 18:52:12 · answer #1 · answered by Jim Justice 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ballet will probably be very good for you, especially if you have a good teacher! It might be too late for you to start pointework, but for most people ballet is easy enough to learn at just about any age. Ballet (if taught and learned properly) lengthens your muscles (but sports make them shorter.) So that is a good thing for you. It is also a great form of exercise, builds coordination, and can even help you in areas of self-confidence and logical thinking.
Also try taking pilates (alongside of ballet). It will probably really help you get over the pain from your injuries. Make sure to find a good certified pilates instructor, though. (Most dance studios will be able to reccommend one if they don't have one on staff already.).
So anyways, my point is just try ballet... You will probably like it alot!
2007-04-21 18:36:19 · answer #2 · answered by Cellofreddie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are not too old to take ballet and have fun doing it. You ARE too old to ever think about being a professional dancer. I would try some classes and see how your head/neck react. Ballet doesn't really put a lot of strain on that part of your body except maybe to make you more conscious of your posture etc. Good Luck.
2007-04-21 11:09:59 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
19 isn't too old for ballet but you will definitely have a hard time. Ballet has really intense training. You should probably get ready for that intense training. I guess you should also have patience because it takes a long while to be able to be really flexible. You should also probably consuly your doctor to see if it's alright to do ballet. Just to ake sure.
2007-04-21 04:25:02 · answer #4 · answered by Veronica 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if ballet is a stretch for you, do ballroom dancing! it is a fun, recreational dance and you must still exude grace while dancing it. Tango and Salsa are good, but try Swing or even Flamenco!
2007-04-21 12:22:03 · answer #5 · answered by ballet guy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
19 is not too old. my classmate (started about to years ago) in ballet started at 19 and he didnt have any background at it. now, his turn-out is amazing, his buttmahs (is it the right spelling?) are high. his granjete's are really powerful. i look up to him so much.
2007-04-23 08:15:16 · answer #6 · answered by marcopot23 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure..if your just doing it to stay active then go for it...i'm about to do the same thing event though i'm a few years younger than you...its a great way of exersize....GOOD LUCK!!!
2007-04-21 10:07:33 · answer #7 · answered by Holyn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course you can. If you once danced, you will dance for all your life. Professional dancers still dance when they' re past 50 years old! ( Fred Astaire, for example. )
2007-04-21 10:38:31 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
its never too late to take up a hobby, - the other day i saw a lady who is 65 years old get a black belt in karate
2007-04-21 01:54:22 · answer #9 · answered by glynn.alexander 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
absolutely not! go for it... a ton of amazing ballet dancers a a lot older than you. so dont worry bout it!
2007-04-22 23:12:48 · answer #10 · answered by lesi 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋