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We're going into week 4 of 5 for summer intensive, and I'd like to take a moment to share some of the unique things I've learned with all you at summer intensive this year! You can't think of ballet in tips and tricks. Often times I try to find a system or a specific way…
Continue reading ➞ What I’ve learned at summer intensive
The season of summer programs is upon us. Personally, I am staying home for the summer, which I talked about in my summer plans/updates post. This sparks my interest even more to share with you guys how to make the most of your summer program, regardless of the size of the school, your natural ability,…
Monday. Today is day 1 of my summer training...my summer intensive has not yet kicked into full gear, but I have a 4-classes-a-week schedule going on in addition to my cross training. Anyways, taking a full ballet class after a chunk of time off is very bittersweet. Your muscles are super, super fatigued almost immediately,…
This year I will be (happily) staying home for summer intensive. I did audition around this year for some big "reach" schools that I knew I would NEVER get into...and I didn't get into them (no surprises). This is mostly because I was looking forward to a comfortable summer at home with my family and…
I've been really getting into cooking, especially nutritious cooking, lately. Today I will share with you two of my favorite self-created lunch recipes that are great for dancers. Extra-Creamy Superfood Smoothie Bowl This is a super-creamy smoothie bowl that is fantastic for any dancer - it is filled with vitamins and nutrients that will help…
In today's vlog I go to the dance and nutrition store, plus I do a ballet workout!
Summer is upon us, and I have been cross training for ballet a lot. I enjoy doing this at the gym because I have lots of resources. I have been wanting to put an elliptical in my brother's room, as he leaves for college late this summer, but he still has to come home on…
After a long hiatus, I am returning to this blog with a post explaining why I have been gone for so long! The answer ...sickness. We all deal with it, and especially during intense, lengthy rehearsal or performance periods, it can be quite hard to deal with. What seems a minor disability for a short-term…
I am currently in an intense rehearsal period for the junior company’s upcoming ballet: Mini Tales and Bolero. And while I call it a ballet, it’s more of a performance of four “mini” ballets: Goldilocks and the Three Bears Jack and the Beanstalk Thumbelina Bolero For those of you that are unfamiliar with this concept,…
In my newsletter on Monday, we discussed how to prepare for an upcoming role. Today I want to expand on that subject and dive further into topics that can enhance your preparations for spring performances. A reputable ballet school or conservatory should feature regular performances or other production opportunities for students to demonstrate their skills.…
