Category: Be stage ready

Darning pointe shoes Q&A

Whether you are new to darning or you’re looking to improve your darning skills, this article is for you: discover the best darning technique I know.

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Shall I squeeze my glutes in ballet?

Picture this: you’re standing at the barre, in first position, and you are being asked to ‘squeeze your glutes’, so you squeeze them as much as you can and admire the beautiful shape of your rear in the mirror. Do you feel like you can move freely? So shall I, or shall I not, squeeze my glutes?

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Overcome the starving artist’s mentality

Overcoming the “starving artist” mentality in the competitive world of ballet requires more than just talent and hard work. Discover how to shift your mindset and take actionable steps towards a fulfilling and sustainable career in ballet.

Shy-me in the center at the audition

Learn how to overcome your fear and anxiety and build your confidence to dance anywhere in the center before auditions with practical tips in this article.

Improve your dance jumps height and lightness

How to improve dance jumps without creating bulking calves? How to improve height and lightness of the dance jumps and not feel exhausted? How do certain dancers look so light and powerful at once?