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“Why do I feel so wonderful after class?”
Why do I feel so wonderful after class? - says almost every adult ballet dancer at some point during their training with me We've all experienced entering class in a terrible mood, not particularly sure wether we feel like even being there to not just leave feeling...
“How many classes should I take?”
How many classes should I take? - Sue, adult ballerina When answering this question, I think it's important to note my personal belief that we should move our bodies every single day. Our movement should also be ritualistic, consistent and varied. What do I mean...
There’s a reason ‘pointe’ is the most searched word on this blog…
There's a reason why this YouTube video now has over 66,000 views and why 'pointe' is the most searched word on my blog. Because people are obsessed with dancing on pointe! The beauty of pointe shoes has captured little girls and women's hearts for as long as they’ve...
“How can I help my daughter feel more confident in a leotard?”
"How can I help my daughter feel more confident wearing a leotard?" - parent of a 14 year old ballerina After a 2018 press shoot, I received the above image. Mum exclaimed, "Wow darling! That's stunning!" And all I wanted to do was delete it and regretted changing...
Episode #71 Adult ballet, wild swims and pole dancing with Annabelle Brittle!
I have followed Annabelle's adult ballet journey since she started regular classes in 2019 - Annabelle became a regular listener of the podcast and through her support, comments and sharing across social media we began chatting back and forth in our DM's... In fact,...
The perfect ballet snack: my famous banana muffins!
Whenever I post a photo of my famous banana muffins on Instagram, I'm always asked for the recipe. That's because they LOOK delicious. But most importantly they TASTE delicious! There's one problem when people ask me for the recipe; it's written down in a random...
Five important questions to ask yourself before beginning your pointe journey!
Am I being realistic with my dreams to study pointe work? The prospect of pointe work requires a quick reality check. Do you want pointe shoes because you've attended a few beginner classes and think pointe shoes look pretty? Or have you been studying ballet for a few...
Episode #69 Louise Drysdale and her unique journey to becoming the pre-pointe physiotherapist!
Hello wonderful #BalancedBallerinas! I hope you're all having an amazing week. I have another guest for you... Louise grew up in country Lismore before heading to Brisbane's Queensland Dance School of Excellence (QDSE) to finish school in full-time dance training....
Episode #67 Your fairy godmother Jojo from Adult Ballet Collective!
Today's guest is the gorgeous Jojo from Adult Ballet Collective, Adult Ballet Club and Ballet With Jojo. I'm sure you've heard of at least one of those, but they're so much more than just the instagram handle! Jojo started ballet at the age of 23 and is the poster...
Tips for taking class and setting goals in line with your menstrual cycle!
Ever wondered why some weeks feel like you have boundless energy resources whilst others are completely flat? Well your menstrual cycle might have something to do with that! Firstly, whilst I am an expert in ballet I am in no way an expert on health. However I have...
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