Vonrothbart

All of them?

I think you are spot on there Flora, and although it's super for all the yes's, it's certainly not the end of the world for the no's. There are a lot of wonderful dancers out there who got no's, and after the initial disappointments, it just might make them stronger in the long term.

If that's correct then why do they audition for yr 8 and 9, unless it's on the off chance a child quits the school? Personally I think it might be a little hasty assessing someone out, after just a year. It wouldn't really do their selection reputation a lot of good, as they must see quite a lot of potential of a young dancer at the audition.

Sent an application form off, just waiting for a reply.

Very understandable anondancer, you just wanted some idea. Of course you wouldn't follow any online suggestions.

What about GDD?

It's usually inflammation that causes the pain, but definately get it checked out by a good sports physio, as there are very similar symptoms in the most of the joints. Tenosynovitis if I remember is inflammation of the sheath that hold the tendons, as I had a problem with it a few years ago.

There's no success like failure, and failure is no success at all.

It is good to know that ballet life doesn't end here! So much pressure to get in at this age and it's almost like if they don't get in then that's that It could actually be a blessing in disguise for some not getting into vocational school at 11, as there will be many opportunities further down the line, as long as your DD is getting good tuition along the way. It won't suit everyone to be away from their families, and they could actually be stronger when / if the chance comes later. Like This Quote MultiQuote

I personally think festivals are ok, I've been a few times to watch this week, and thoroughly enjoyed it. It's great to see them warming up, and generally enjoying the occasion with their friends. Our DD has had a very successful week, and of course we get pleasure from that, but it's also very pleasing and sometimes a little touching, to see the real tryers of the dance world, who always give it their all, but never seem to impress the adjudicator enough for them to get a place. Like has been said, I wouldn't get carried away by being successful at these events, but there's absolutely nothing wrong at all to enjoy performing for an audience, and to hear your number being called out. Just a little off topic, but the dance journey for everyone does take a massive amount of commitment. After all the hours spent at the festival this week, today our DD travels 100 miles for MA's, then on to Manchester for the IDTA awards tonight as she has been nominated. (not sure what that means) It's then travel back on Sunday, in time for another class.

The only problem with being a photographer, is the enormous amount of competition since the digital revolution. Gone are the days when most people wouldn't be competent enough, to produce a portfolio for a dancer in a not too well lit studio. With the equipment available nowadays, almost anyone can produce a very good end result, whether you understand dance or not. If it's the latter, ( 6 frames per second) you just ask the customer to select the pics they prefer. I personally think the atmosphere in some dance studios is brilliant, especially if taken in black and white which I much prefer. Sorry for drifting slightly off topic, but like I mentioned in the beginning, being a photographer can be tough if you want to make a few bucks..

I'm a little puzzled, why would they have to give up festivals by being an associate? Our dc has been a JA and is now a MA since being old enough, but she still does the festivals with her local dance school, and absolutely loves it.

I know RBS has took a little flac of late, but I don't think for one minute JA classes would take a child backwards, and that goes for any of the other associate programmes. They will take them back to basics maybe, but that's a different thing altogether. If your daughter has won National Titles, then I'm sure she will have a wonderful chance of gaining a JA place, so as has been suggested I would let her audition, and see how you go.

Wow, now that's what I call committing to something you believe in JulieW, all credit to you.

PM sent balletqueen.

I would try to look forward to the WL final auditions rather than be a little apprehensive of them, as it will be a day you will probably remember for the rest of your life.

I suppose it depends on how far you take it thequays, if a child only has a couple of lessons per week at the local dace school, then it won't be too expensive. On the other hand, if another child attends twice that amount plus an associate class, plus travelling costs, summer schools, festivals, clothing, etc, then you can soon tot up say £5000 per annum. That amount will be a small fortune to a lot of parents.

Sorry forgot to say, very well done to all the ayes.

It was a no for us for finals in yr 9, she was a little upset having made the finals in the previous two years, and maybe got a little carried away. She is fine now though, and will soon be going to a full rehearsal with MA's at ROH, so that will ease the blow too. Priority waiting list for SS, with hundreds of others.

I suppose it makes sense really, as the more people who they get to apply, the more money goes in the till.

Why do people say such a slim chance, is it because there are far far more applications than places?

Don't forget, no news is good news.

Just my opinion of course, but anything similar to Dance Mums, then no thanks.

After reading some of these posts, I'm beginning to wonder if a "no"might not be such a bad thing for WL.

I've sent you a PM Harwell.