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Question
Hi
My name is Sarah and i started Ballet when i was 11 i am 12 now .I Really really want to be a professnail dancer
but am i too old?
Hi Sarah. I don't know if you are too old to train for professional ballet or not. I cannot see you or your work in class. I also do not know what kind of training you are getting.
Theoretically, 9 -10 years of age is a good time to start ballet training. An exceptionally gifted or hard working student could start later, if their physique suited ballet.
Have you asked your teacher? Do you understand your stronger and weaker points in your class work?
There are many aspects of training to address in answering your question. And only someone watching your work can tell.
I'm sorry I cannot really answer you - but you can get an answer, and I would start with your teacher or other teachers at the studio where you take classes.
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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