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Hi Dianne,
I'm a 20 year old guy, and I want to start learning ballet now.
I know it's hard to say whether it's too old for me to start at this age, because it really depends on the particular situation of an individual,both physically and psychologically. But I need some help regarding where and how to find a good ballet teacher, as well as some basic guidance to start with. I live in NYC now, by the way.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Leo
Hi Leo. You have a lot of choices in NYC. Start calling all the studios nearest to you, or near where you work or study. Try to get into a studio with small adult beginner classes.
Visit studios and watch some classes.
By the way I have many articles on http://www.theballetstore.com some concerned with choosing a ballet teacher. I hope they help. There is a glossary also. Many entries are on the blog (and you can start your own blog too).
You are off to a grand adventure. I hope you'll let me know how this develops! All the best, Dianne.
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Dianne M. Buxton
Expertise
I can answer questions about ballet positions, ballet movements and ballet technique, pointe shoes and pre pointe exercise, mens training, ballet diet, general health issues related to dance, artistry, performance, modern dance, rehabilitation from injuries, and teaching ballet. I have taught ballet, choreographed, produced and directed dance companies. For any answers related to health questions I will offer my experience, and give references to information, but I also automatically include "see a professional".
Experience
dancer, ballet and modern, choreographer, dance teacher, artistic director, ballet mistress, producer
Organizations
I.S.T.D. Actra, Actors Equity
Publications
http://ezinearticles.com
http://ballettoeshoes.blogspot.com
http://streetarticles.com
http://balletconnections.com
Education/Credentials
Graduate of the National Ballet School of Canada where I studied Cecchetti, Bournonville, Vaganova and Graham technique. Taught at the National Ballet School of Canada, York University, George Brown College and Harvard University.
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