LEFT BEHIND!

Hi,

I am a girl that loves ballet to bits, I cant get enough of watching effortless people fly around stage. I would do anything to be them and be able to be as good. The only thing is im 15 yrs old! I cant find any ballet place around me that will teach my age and the fact I am a complete novice. But I still dream I could one day be as good. I just keep wishing I’d wanted to be one when I was 5 yrs younger!

Apart from that I’m a very good weight and I’m 5 foot 4 inches and I have very strong athletic legs and I have quite good balance. I have read so many books but i feel its not enough. Do you think i should get private lessons? but then i would have to pay for it on my own

please someone help me i want to be a prfessional dancer, do you think im too old now???

February 10, 2007 | In Questions | 9 Comments

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  1. i know wat u mean i love dancing so much but your definately not too old i don’t know where abouts your from but u should try and join a dance school because most schools have general classes and u can work your way up i know professional dancers that didn’t start dancing till there 20s so if its ur dream and ur passion go 4 it its never 2 late

    Comment by michelle — February 12, 2007 #

  2. I didn’t start dancing until I was 14– it’s not too late. I know exactly how you feel. Just try and find a studio that has a class for people of around your age at your skill level. Unless private lessons are the only option that you can think of, then they’re probably not necessary. However, you would undoubtedly become better, faster with a private instructor.

    Comment by Rheanna — February 12, 2007 #

  3. Can’t believe you can’t find a school who will teach you just because you are 15. Keep looking. Where do you live?

    Comment by Zoe — February 12, 2007 #

  4. Hi,

    Yes, where are you from?

    I know my school even has a special class for late starters who still want to have a go at a professional carreer (well, not really late starters, but teenagers like you) and I can’t believe there’s nothing near you.

    @ Anita: maybe this school section you talked about earlier would be helpfull for people looking for schools for specific populations…

    Comment by Kaat — February 13, 2007 #

  5. Hey,
    It’s so bad that u can’t find a dance school.. and you shouldn’t give in. if you realli realli love it then go for it.. I’m 17!! and this is my second year of learning ballet. Keep trying, you could go pro one day too!!

    Comment by Vanessa — February 17, 2007 #

  6. i know exactly how you feel. I’m 16 and have wanted to do ballet since i was a toddler. i love going to watch shows and stuff. People say i’m elegant and look like a ballet dancer, but others say i look too tall. i’m 5.6 foot and i weigh 7 and a half stone. what do you think?
    My email is brunettepianist@hotmail.co.uk. msg me PLZ!!!!

    Comment by Mona — February 20, 2007 #

  7. im 16 i danced when i was 3 an gave up when i was about 11 i started again about a yr ago but now instead of being in grade 6 an starting point work like the girls i used to dance with i am bk in grade 3 i reali reali want to dance pro but proves u can find lessons for people ur age
    keep lookin im deffo sure ull find a lesson an dance skool

    Comment by beth — February 21, 2007 #

  8. hiii.. i started ballet when i was 14, i am not turning 16 in august and am still procceding in ballet, there are plenty of dance schools and companys that you could attend, i am in Compan Fierce, i dance at the dance house in town, they will take you on..
    good luck..*x*xNatnatx*x*

    Comment by Natalie — February 26, 2007 #

  9. hey, I would just refuse to take no for an answer. Don’t be ashamed to be in a class with girls much younger than you, because you can improve quickly and be moved up to classes with girls more your level. Some dance places have “teen” classes which are usually beginners, or if there is a community center near you they might have some classes so you can get basic training. You should be able to find a studio that will at least let you audition, or take a placement class, but dont be discouraged if they place you in a low class for starters. (also, if your planning on going pro, once you have some experience, you might want to make sure you are attending a school with quality training)

    Comment by Jackie — March 5, 2007 #

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