Being forced to do something is never a good thing. I felt this way for months, nay years, when Mom made me take ballet classes. Of course in retrospect Mom always knows best, but at the time it's nearly impossible to see the benefits that she sees. At the end of my high school dancing days, ballet and I definitely parted on bad terms. However, amidst my sedentary job, a need to move overcame me. So naturally I turned back to the one thing Mom made me somewhat decent at...ballet.
I've recently started taking adult ballet classes at Align Ballet Method. I can't stop raving about Michael Cornell and his amazing, empowering dance studio. There is no pressure, no recital, only positive, encouraging vibes. My roommate who had never danced ballet prior to January 2014 has progressed rapidly over the course of 5 months, it's really quite amazing. Ballet is one of the best workouts for strength, toning, and posture. Alignment is something Michael really focuses on, drilling its importance into us every class. From 25 year old men to 60 year old beginners there is truly a place for everyone here.
I dream of the day I'll once more be able to effortlessly tour jeté across the floor and perfectly pirouette. If you're living in Los Angeles and have ever had the inkling to give ballet a whirl, I can't recommend Align Ballet enough. As I've said before, start now! It's never too late!
xo from catie
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