Expert: Dianne M. Buxton - 6/3/2008

Question
My question for you is that I am currently a hip-hop dancer and i want to further my dance career by integrating my hip-hop skills with some ballet skills. However, I have never taken a ballet class in my life and I would love to do that because it will build poise and another type of character we (dancers) need.  I am an entertainer because everyone can dance, but everyone can not entertain.  So please give me advice on to where should I go to seek professional training in Orlando, Florida. Thanks for your time.

Answer
http://allegroweb.sectorlink.org/orball/SchoolLocations.html

Hi Ricky. The link above is the page of the Orlando Ballet School. It is a professional school. There are 4 locations in SO FL.

2 locations are in Orlando, one is in Longwood and the other is in Tampa.

Give them a call and see what roster of classes they have going.

This school is of good repute and I believe it is the best training you can get in your area. Classical ballet is a wonderful support for other dancing styles. You can build strength and prevent dance injuries with good basic technique.

Call them, and let them know if you are already performing as a professional. Some schools would be willing to place you in one of their professional level classes if you are professional.

They also have a summer intensive coming up.

All the best! Regards, Dianne.