Expert: Connie - 3/1/2010

Question
Hi there, my name is Donne, i am a 28year old Female who has been dancing since the age of6.  I attended theatre college where i did my Advanced 2 in tap, modern and jazz and had ballet training up to Elementary level.  I danced professionally for about 2years but have not danced for 2-3years now.  I did attend the odd class but have not been training or performing.  I am however active and have always continued exercising, eg, going to the gym, conditioning classes,weights,cycling, walking, running, boxercise etc and became a Studio instructor last year.
However i have lost alot of strength and am really not DANCE FIT.
I really miss it and was wondering if it is possible, at my age to regain/rebuild strength by attending ballet classes again.
I do understand a certain amount will always be lost but muscles have memory, will the strength and control not return after some serious training????????

I would really appreciate your advice.

Kind regards

Donne Kemsley

Answer
It sounds like attending ballet classes would be extremely beneficial for you.  Many studios offer adult classes you could look into.  A well-taught class should help replenish your strength and control and since you are already physically active you'll catch right on.  Best of luck and enjoy yourself!