10 Reasons Why Ballet is Good For Athletes & Sports Training
Ballet is becoming more popular as a cross training activity in the world of sport. Athletes from all walks of life, amateur and pro, are realising the huge benefits that ballet can bring to their lives. We’ve pulled together the top 10 reasons why ballet is good for athletes.
Can Adults do Ballet?
Lots of people dream of being a ballet dancer or having a dancers body but if you don’t take up ballet as a child, can you ever learn ballet as an adult or is it too late?
The good news is, taking up ballet as an adult is easy! There are plenty of adult ballet classes around the UK. Many ballet schools and fitness clubs offer adult ballet classes in the evenings and some gyms will even have their own adult ballet classes on offer.
20 Reasons Why Adult Ballet is a Great Workout
Ballet is a great workout for the whole body. Ballet is a weight-bearing form of exercise which strengthens muscles, promotes healthy bones and burns calories. Because ballet uses the full range of muscles, it’s also great for cognitive functions such as coordination and concentration.
We all know that ballet is great for posture and balance but did you know that ballet can also reduce the symptoms of depression, arthritis and diabetes? And there’s more, ballet has also been shown to fend off dementia and osteoporosis. Read on for all the amazing benefits of ballet.
Adult Ballet Classes in Newton Abbot, Devon
Ballet Fusion classes in Newton Abbot, South Devon. Ballet Fusion is adult ballet with a focus on fitness, strength, toning, improved posture and balance. All the exercises are based on the traditional principles of classical ballet but we’ve modified them to make them safe, more impactful and more appropriate for adults.
Adult Ballet Classes in Cannon Street, London
We’re excited to be launching our Ballet Fusion classes in Cannon Street, London this October. Ballet Fusion is adult ballet with a focus on fitness, strength, toning, improved posture and balance. All the exercises are based on the traditional principles of classical ballet but we’ve modified them to make them safe, more impactful and more appropriate for adults.
Adult Ballet Classes in Bank, London City
We’re excited to be launching our Ballet Fusion classes in Bank, London this October. Ballet Fusion is adult ballet with a focus on fitness, strength, toning, improved posture and balance. All the exercises are based on the traditional principles of classical ballet but we’ve modified them to make them safe, more impactful and more appropriate for adults.
Ballet Positions for Beginners
If you’re new to ballet, haven’t been for a while or thinking about starting a class, some of the positions and terms used by your teacher might have you a bit baffled.
We’ve listed some of the basic ballet positions with descriptions to get you started.
Adult Ballet Classes in Teignmouth, Devon
Join our Ballet Fusion classes in Teignmouth, Devon. Ballet Fusion is adult ballet with a focus on fitness, strength, toning, improved posture and balance. All the exercises are based on the traditional principles of classical ballet but we’ve modified them to make them safe, more impactful and more appropriate for adults.