After Class
Welcome to the After Class podcast! Hosted by two passionate adult ballerinas about all things adult-ballet related... and some random thoughts in between. ◡̈ We’re so glad you’re here! So grab your water bottle (or a cup of coffee) and join us for a quick chat after class...
Podcasting since 2024 • 49 episodes
After Class
Latest Episodes
Ep. 49 - Learning Other Styles of Dance: From Salsa to Cabaret - What We've Tried & Loved!
Have you every wondered what it's like to try another style of dance? In this episode, we're sharing our personal experiences training in styles very different from ballet (like cabaret, salsa, flamenco and bachata). How did our ballet backgrou...
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Ep. 48 - Navigating the Center Portion of Ballet Class: Tips to Feel Confident at Any Level!
For many of us, the center portion of a ballet class is when things start to feel a bit more.... Stressful? Overstimulating? Overwhelming? We've been there! In this episode we talk about ways that you can feel more confident in the center porti...
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Ep. 47 - Step Into Our Pointe Shoes! How We Prepare Them & What We Put Inside!
Pointe shoes are a bit like snowflakes - no two pairs are the same! In this episode, we're spilling the tea on how we each prepare our shoes and what we put inside them. As an amateur (Hannah) and a professional (Yelena), our feet are super dif...
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Ep. 46 - Are You Ready to Move Up? Ask Yourself These Questions!
Knowing when we're ready to "move up" in ballet can be so challenging! As adult dancers, most of us will never be told which level of class to take or when we're ready to advance - we're left to make those decisions on our own. So how can you d...
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Ep. 45 - Choosing an Online Ballet Program: How to Find the Best Fit for You!
When it comes to online ballet programs, the possibilities are almost endless these days... From structured training plans to drop-in passes, from pre-recorded libraries to live classes - there really is something for everyone! But how do you p...
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