Beginner Ballet Essentials 101

Just starting out? Here are some top essentials to consider!

• As a beginner, you might find foot cramp an issue! The spiky ball assists in relieving the tension.
• Need some help stretching? The resistance band is your friend, providing some resistance and extra flex you might not get otherwise get with a normal stretch.
• Stay hydrated with a water bottle, make sure you maintain fluid intake to dance at your best.
• Even if you don’t have a leotard and skirt, ballet slippers are essential to starting out; it helps you get a feel for being a ballet dancer!

• Most importantly: Remember to have fun! While ballet is very structured it is good to remember that this is dancing, and we all know that it’s the best kind of stress reliever!

BY JESSICA D – ELANCÉ AMBASSADOR

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