Balletmum55

My dd gave up her MA place at the end of year 8. She loved the class but loved the friendships she made more so in this sense it was very hard and her thinking varied a lot, so I gave her all of year 8 to decide as I wasn’t sure if it was teenage angst etc. I asked her to do the end of year assessment to see whether it was a confidence issue but when she was given a year 9 place it only boosted her slightly; she was still confident that someone else would appreciate the place more (she came to the decision that she wasn’t going to pursue ballet as a career so knew someone would be more grateful of a place and she’d already been an associate for 5 years). To make sure she was happy with the decision (as I agree it felt a huge one) I didn’t notify the school immediately but I told her that I had emailed RBS to give her place back, in order to see if she had time to regret her decision. A month later I told her I hadn’t yet advised the school and it was only then, when I saw that she was comfortable with her decision, that I gave notice to the school (which was still in plenty of time for someone else to get the call for September). Good luck with your decision. I would say that there was a dancer in my dd’s year 8 MA class that had moved from another centre that she attended in year 7. I’m not sure if that was due to a house move etc but it may be worth asking for your peace of mind x

It causes no problems and is unnoticeable to the human eye. Her ballet teacher knew her turnout wasn’t quite as good on that side but didn’t know it was a physical issue as opposed to a strength issue. It’s not fixable as it’s just the way her bones are made - not everyone can get full rotation even if they’re in full splits etc - it was only a few % but at finals for classical ballet it’s the difference between a place and no place when there are so many talented children. Im not sure whether it was taken into account for MAs or not or whether they update her file but she continued get places on the royal summer/spring intensive so perhaps only used for finals? In terms of height my dd was small but not tiny but her best friend there was tall. There was a huge range of sizes and shapes at JAs in terms of body shape, leg length, height (both talller and smaller than my dd) and overall look including lots of different strengths. At MAs the body shape and height of the girls tended to be more similar but there was a tiny girl and a very tall girl in an older year so I honestly don’t think you can call it. Good luck xxx

My dd was a JA for 2 years and made WL and elmhurst finals - physio at both finals noticed a hip rotation issue in both meaning she’d never quite get 100% turnout on one side, which I found out afterwards was the decider against a place sadly. She was the only one in her class to get MAs however and other girls with no such physio feedback either didn’t get a place or got a MA wait list place - even one that got a place at Elmhurst - so read into that what you like! 🤷🏼‍♀️ You just can’t call it.

My dd danced with one of the recipients at royal mids and she is exceptionally talented so this is incredibly well deserved x

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Bloch Demi Pointe shoes S0135L Size 3.5 Width B Cost approx £45 - never worn still in bag. No ribbons/elastic sewn Now too small. Looking for £25 Ono to put to replacement. Inbox if want photos etc.

I understand there were lots of images of young people in difference careers and it’s a 2019 or earlier campaign to retrain young people from many various backgrounds in cyber security work.

If it’s anything like a few years ago when my dd was lucky enough to be awarded a place a few times it was no tights, socks or shoes. I suppose so they can see their muscle tone and feet properly. So she just wore a leotard for her photos. Not sure if that’s helpful or more confusing!

Couldn’t agree more.

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Could you send me the photos please? I’ll inbox my email address. Thank you

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Official RAD set of 3 DVDs, for grades 1,2 and 3, male and female. Set exercises and dances. Great condition Selling on other sites. Asking for £20 plus £2.50 1st class delivery many thanks (I have photos but unable to attach so please Dm If wanted)

Thank you, I think I’ve already found that while searching online but thank you - it looked a little confusing to me to be honest but my dd might make more sense of it as can see the music is available on you tube x

Good afternoon Does anyone have a copy of the ISTD intermediate Dvd they would like to sell? Or any links they’ve found to the syllabus. many thanks in advance

Staffordshire Youth Ballet has their first live ballet class on Instagram tomorrow. Nicky Henshall trained at The Royal Ballet School lower and Upper School then danced with ENB and continues to work extensively with both choreographers and as a teacher. This is the post copied from Nicky Henshall of Staffordshire Youth Ballet - “ I will be sharing a 30min barre/centre practise via Instagram live for you to do in your living room/bedroom/kitchen Wednesday 4pm for Juniors grade 2-5 Wednesday 4:30pm for Seniors Grade 6+ The videos will be available for 24hrs so this gives you a chance to do this at your own time or when is convenient. Make sure you follow staffordshireyouthballet on Instagram! “ Note - I have No connections to SYB other than my dd has attended for years and Nicky is one of her favourite teachers.

Can I ask following tonight’s new advice whether your local dance schools have decided to close or are they still offering classes?

My dd is so happy for him! Congratulations x

We always used Richmond Hill hotel for finals and nights before intensives etc. Lots of other dancers there too, car park and good sized rooms and great breakfast. Quiet at night and a nice easy journey into white lodge in the morning x Also a pleasant area to walk around and some good pubs/restaurants close by, although hotel food was great, but a bit pricey. Lots also used premier inn and said was great too and full of dancers so presume gets booked up quickly.

Been waiting for your update!!! So deserved!!! My dd just did a little happy dance for her when I told her ⭐️

I had the same issue with my dd very first JA photos. She wasn’t turned out really and knees not pulled up. My dd agreed so secretly we retook them from proper studio ones with her teacher to mine, on my mobile phone, in the garage (because it had a plain wall). She got a place. Whether she would have with the other photos I don’t know but I didn’t want to be always thinking what if ... (nb, I also think it’s more than identifying your child as they use them to choose summer schools, so I would say they’re adapt at potentially narrowing down the list of the pupils they want to look at in closer detail. IMO they’ll look at physique, turnout, placement, feet etc. Of course a great audition will overturn photos that don’t show it all, but I think they must have some use otherwise why isn’t it just a front on photo.)

Amazing news. Delighted for her!!

Thank you, and yes it really was xx Good luck for Manchester! As this shows, you never know when places come available Xxx

Ah thank you x Ballet is still her first love so yes she’s definitely continuing with ballet and dance xxx

I’ve just advised RBS that my dd won’t be continuing as a year 9 MA in Birmingham. My dd has been a JA and MA for the past 4 years and has loved it and all the opportunities she has been lucky enough to have on top, from dancing with BRB in the Nutcracker to attending WL spring and summer intensives over the years. However, she has taken the very hard decision not to continue into year 9 due to various reasons and she would rather some other young dancer have the opportunity. I believe they took very few year 7 MAs in Birmingham this year so hopefully someone’s DC off the forum will get a place xxx Good luck, and if you’re offered it, grasp it. It’s been nothing short of wonderful x x