Adult Ballet: a Fun and Effective way to stay Fit

The Australian Ballet have highlighted that adult ballet classes offer more than just improved muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness. As we age, our balance tends to decline, increasing the risk of falls. Practicing balance through ballet can enhance mobility and stability, potentially preventing serious injuries. Mastering an arabesque on demi-pointe could, quite literally, help save your life!

The Studio Kiama echoes this sentiment, emphasising that "it’s never too late to get to the barre!"

A glimpse into adult ballet classes

Curious about how adult ballet classes run? Here’s what you can expect:

The Studio Kiama describes their sessions: "Our adult ballet class begins with a quick dynamic warm-up before we move to the barre for technique-building exercises." Barre work starts with pliés, a knee bend, and gradually progresses to more expansive movements like grand battements (big kicks!)

From the barre, dancers transition to the centre, challenging their balance, strength, and artistry with more complex combinations, finishing with turns and jumps. The studio notes, "Our ballet classes are open to both experienced dancers and beginners. We adapt our classes to suit the experience levels of our participants, providing adjustments as needed."

The essence of adult ballet classes

Adult ballet offers a fun and creative way to stay active. Ballet enhances strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. It also reconnects those who danced as children with their inner child.

For those new to ballet, adult classes provide a gentle, low-pressure introduction to the art form. "Our classes are casual but technique-focused, so there's no pressure to wear a leotard and tights (although you can if you want to)," says The Studio Kiama, which aims to create a supportive and relaxed environment where participants feel confident to work hard and develop unique skills.

Why choose ballet over other forms of exercise?

"Ballet doesn’t feel like exercise!" says The Studio Kiama. These classes allow you to move in new, creative ways while engaging with technique, artistry, and musicality. It's easy to forget the effort you're putting in and simply enjoy the moment.

Ballet classes offer a much-needed disconnection from the world, providing time to focus on oneself. Dancing as adults not only improves physical health but also cognitive health, helping to stave off conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. As proponents say, "Nothing feels better than having a dance."

For more information, visit The Studio Kiama, which also offers yoga, pilates, stretch, jazz, contemporary, junior ballet, acrobatics, heels, musical theatre, troupe, and commercial (a blend of jazz, hip-hop, and modern styles).