How do i get flexible for ballet?

If you are taking a class, then warm-up stretches will be required before the ballet instruction starts. Use them as a guideline and do some "homework". After the class is over, take the opportunity to work on flexibility. Muscles are more flexible immediately after they've been worked. Following the basic warm-up routine, stretch to the point of tightness and hold for about 10 seconds, then stretch deeper being careful not to go to fast. You will feel some mild discomfort for a few weeks or months, but one day you'll find that the stretches are easier for you and you can stretch and hold much deeper and longer than when you started. Like anything else, it is a process. It takes time. Be patient and most importantly, be consistent.

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stretch your hamstrings and your back!

stretch after you warm up though, or you could pull something, and we dont want that.

one of the easiest and most effective stretches is the straddle. It stretches your inner thighs when your leaning center and hamstrings when you're leaning to the sides, as well as your sides when you are streching towards your toes.

Also try the pick for your hamstrings and do backbends for your back.

GOOD LUCK!! =)

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Do the warm up exercises by yourself even if you are not at the studio.
do yoga, trust me it works. my friend does ballet and she and her friends swear by YOGA. give it a go and you wont go back :)
practice makes you flexible. see some tapes on ballet dancing and immitate them, how they move gracefully and how they become flexible.
stretch and over-stretch
stretch
work on it every day dint hurt you re self it is hard to notice improvement and it takes time
Warm up and stretch every day, preferably twice a day. Take Pilates and Yoga if you have access to them.
side split stretches:

1st stretch:take a thick book and put it down on the ground then put one of your feet on it and go down into the splits position as far as u can and hold it there for like 2 minutes and switch legs.then do it without the book.

2nd stretch:put one leg straight in front and the other leg fully bended and try to touch your foot that is straight and hold it for like 1 min then switch legs.

3rd stretch do the splits as far as u can down and hold it for 1 or 2 mins and switch legs.

4th stretch:if u can do the splits then hold your front foot for 30sec-1min then sit straight and bend your back and extend your arms backwards and do it with the other leg.

5th stretch: u can do lunges

middle splits:

stretch:do it as far down as u can and hold it there for 1 or 2min and rest for a few minutes and do it again.

and also yoga would help

Is 17 to old to start ballet?

yes - you will be broken in two like an old dry twig

Is 17 to old to start ballet?imax theatre

It's never too old to start anything. Not sure if you could make it professionally but def not too old to learn it.

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absolutly not! in fact, is kind of advantageous because when you are older you are more commited and motivate and could probably learn in months what it tooke little kids to learn in years

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Not if thats what you want to do

Enjoy
no, of course not! If you keep trying you can be very good. Ballet will be really fun!
nope. but youd have to join an adult class full of old people. plus you are too old to do it professionally. most ballerinas are started by the age of 4, are on points by age 9, and can do incredible things by age 17. youll never be able to compete in the professional world, but its always good for the figure and body to start any form of discipline
You are never too old to learn! Just remember to relax and have fun! I'm hoping you will decide to dance so you will feel the joy of what I love to do most! If it's what you what to do, you will learn quickly.
don`t be daft , as long as your fit go for it
No. I am male (middle aged) and I started to learn ballet when I was 17. I had no real professional classes but I had a landlady who had been a ballerina - she taught me. So I am still flexible, relaxed, thin ... I don't practise every day but I keep it going. I wish I had been that bloke who played Billy Elliott at 24 - he was great. But I loved that ballet of Swan Lake anyway with all those male dancers. I just love to dance nowadays, any old how. It doesn't matter. Last week I heard Little Richard's Good Golly Miss Molly and I was straight up there in my living room, dancing. Just roll the carpet back.
Hi,

My mother is 78, and still does a bit of ballet, although perhaps not too gracefully, as she would freely admit.

So I guess that thererfore there is no age limit.

Go for it.

Bob.
Absolutely not! I took dance when I was very young and then didn't get back into it until I was 19 going on 20! I'm 21 now and I've improved SO MUCH in only 2 years! In fact, being older can really have it's advantages: in many ways you are physically stronger and are more mature when it comes to your stage presence. I dance with advanced dancers still in high school and I've noticed these advantages. Like others have said, if it's something you want to do and you love to dance--give it a shot! You may just be a natural!! Good luck!

P.S. We've recently had a mom of three join our advanced class because she wanted to get back into dance after being out of it for nearly 10 years!
never too old, however you may need to work harder as you may not be as supple
you're never too old to start something. just get out there and do it
Ballet is a great way to stay in shape. I teach and own my own dance studio and I have students that started ballet with me when they are in their 40's. Make sure that you are being properly trained in technique and that your placement such as your knees are properly placed when you dance. Lastly be sure that you are taking from an instructor who is well trained in Ballet.
I started lindy hop at 40 and its wonderful. Go for it and keep within your sphere of ability. It will keep you fitter and more supple than any other form of excercise, (apart from yoga maybe)
no its not. i know plenty of women even in their 30's. there is not a good chance you will become pro in a large company. but there are smaller groups and even just do it for the love of dance.
Definately not too old. It is more a question of 'are you too fat?' If you are not too fat then by all means try. It does involve a lot of hard work though. And dancing.
Definitely not! Enjoy it!! Ballet./dance is one of the best ways to keep fit, and it also keeps you supple which will help when you get older :) Join a beginners adult's class and you'll have a brilliant time!
I think it might be tough to find a beginner ballet class at your age. But good luck finding one =)

Anyone know any patterns for knitted ballet slippers?

links would be great.

Anyone know any patterns for knitted ballet slippers?shows

Ballet slippers

http://knittinginlimbo.wordpress.com/200...

Mary Jane slippers

http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php...

Fiber Trends felt ballerina slippers ($5.50)

http://www.fibertrends.com/viewer/patter...

Sweet Mary Jane pattern ($5)

http://store.piddleloop.com/index.php?ac...

The book "Simple Knits With a Twist" by Erika Knight has ballet slippers knitted from ribbon. They're pictured on the cover: http://www.hnabooks.com/product/show/260...

(If your local library doesn't have it, they can get it for you via an interlibrary loan.)

Anyone know any patterns for knitted ballet slippers?comedy show opera theater

FiberTrends has a very nice knitted, felted ballet slipper that is relatively inexpensive and quite easy to knit. It comes in sizes from babies to ladies large for about $5 US and is widely available.
Here are a few sites of interest:

http://knittinginlimbo.wordpress.com/200...

http://store.piddleloop.com/index.php?ac...
http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter06/PATTtwin...

Knitty has this cute and easy pattern called twinkletoes. And it is free. Best of luck!

Guys, when you're at a ballet, what do you look at when the male dancers are on stage?

I try to focus on the rack of the chick sitting next to me.

Guys, when you're at a ballet, what do you look at when the male dancers are on stage?concert venue

i look at my watch, cell phone, PSP, or the floor

Guys, when you're at a ballet, what do you look at when the male dancers are on stage?events opera theater

aww, gee, are you jealous of their build and their athletic ability?
Man Law: Real Men don't go to ballet!
i guess if i found myself at a ballet in the first place, much less looking at or even in the general direction of the male dancers, i'd have to chop my own package off.
the outside of the building.

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What should i wear to the ballet (nutcracker)?

it's during the day and i'm going with my dad. but idk what to wear so that i look cute.

What should i wear to the ballet (nutcracker)?mr messed up

I went to a ballet recently and everything was low key. Nothing formal unless you wanted to.

If its all formal and whatnot, go for something classy.

Cute plain black skirt.

White shirt.

Nice necklace

Black tights

Black flats (or red for an extra "oomph" to it)

Natural make-up (if you wear make-up)

etc

Just play around with your clothes, mix and match. Don't be afraid to wear something you wouldn't normally wear.

Have fun!

What should i wear to the ballet (nutcracker)?getting late opera theater

just wear somewhat formal clothing

maybe a cute dress or a skirt and a nice shirt

and some heels =]
i think a somewhat fancy dress any color would be appropriate and cute as long as you dont reveal 2 much and look too sexy or sleezy because it is the nutcracker, a high class fancy play.
I just saw the nutcracker and i wore a short black babydoll dress with gray tights and black boots.
a cute little dress with polka dots on it and a ribbon around the waist or under the boobs and perhaps a pair of balley flats =]

pearl neckalace and earring too.

i hope you have a good time!!

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Where can i find Tory Burch ballet flats in Singapore?

I'm from the states so I don't know of any actual locations, but if you go to shopbop.com, they will ship internationally! Anddd they have lots of colors, both patent and normal leather.

Where can i find Tory Burch ballet flats in Singapore?tickets

they have them in macys