For adults, taking up ballet for the first time is a big deal, even if you’ve been dancing for a while. Although more and more adults are being inspired by the wonderful benefits that ballet exercises offer, there is still a certain stigma behind it. Some people think that ballet is only for children. Others don’t take adult dancers that seriously unless they are professionals or teachers. Well, I’m here to tell you that you shouldn’t let these stereotypes hold you back. You belong in the studio. Otherwise the classes wouldn’t exist! Once you practicing ballet, it becomes a part of your person ..read more

Success is a goal we all strive for. But the thought of the enormous effort it requires can be overwhelming. This often stops many from taking the plunge. And of those who do, some lose their way along the journey because the path looks daunting. What people misunderstand about success is this: they want to jump headfirst into the adventure, go full steam ahead and get quick results. But that’s not how life works. Success is not about instant results and certainly not about speed. The pursuit of success is like a long race. Great success is achieved through gradual progress. To ensure that you ..read more

As soon as something starts to hurt or you start to feel discomfort when moving, the common phrase that comes to mind is “I’m getting older”. Let’s take a look at this statement and see how much truth there is in it. Certainly, we all start to age slowly, pretty much from the age of 25, but how quickly we move towards old age depends largely on our ability to manage our bodies, our health and our general wellbeing, which in many cases we know little or nothing about. Our body is a unique and sophisticated instrument that controls an incredible number of processes and works intensively around t ..read more

We all know that ballet is a beautiful art, practicing it as a form of exercise brings you closer to explore your own artistry, inspires aspiration, an sense of confidence, as well as overall harmony. Let’s take a closer look into a brief ballet history and its origins, from the 15th-century Italian renaissance courts to what ballet dance looks like in the 21st century. Origin of Ballet King Louis XIV in Ballet de la nuit, 1653. Source: Wikipedia Ballet originated in the Italian Renaissance courts of the 15th century. Noblemen and women were treated to lavish events, especially wedding celeb ..read more

Most New Year’s resolutions work by creating a habit. Considering some of the most popular resolutions — saving money, starting or learning someone new, lowering stress, exercising more — each one requires a sustained behavioral change.  Creating new habits can make the big difference between a trend of exiting emotional reactions to a lifelong practice. Most people struggle to stick to their New Year’s resolutions for longer than six weeks in part because they focus too much on the desired outcome, and not enough on the day-to-day progress. Gradual self improvement is much more sustainab ..read more

December is here and its almost the holidays – time to get started on the festive snacks. Why not to try some delicious gingerbread cookies – crunchy, chewy and, most importantly of all, sweet, these are the perfect festive treat! Ingredients Gingerbread Stars 300g plain flour 1 tsp of bicarbonate of soda 2.5 tsps of ground ginger 2 tsps of ground cinnamon 115g of soft brown sugar 125g of dairy free butter 3 tbsps of golden syrup 1 flax egg (1 tbsp of ground flax & 3 tbsp water) How to make Gingerbread Stars 1. Start by preheating your oven to 180oC, then line a ba ..read more

When you think of Ballet, what comes to mind? Classical music, buns, tutus, old traditions, and French words, right?  Ballet is an old tradition – it originated in 15th Century Italy before making its way to France where it was exclusively practiced by French courtiers and royals. Given its history, it makes sense to want to learn Ballet to feel more sophisticated & refined! But did you know that some football players take Ballet classes to improve their agility, posture, and movement?  Ballet, as an exercise routine is certainly fairly complex. Nonetheless, due to its presi ..read more

Sedentary or a physically inactive lifestyle became a modern day issue, leading to a risk of several health problems. So what does sedentary lifestyle do to our body? Decreased activity levels slow down our metabolism and hence puts a person at an increased risk of diabetes, heart diseases, stroke, high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol levels. Lack of exercise related hormones like endorphins increases the risk of stress, anxiety, depression and insomnia. Disuse causes our muscles to atrophy and can lead to several bone and joint problems. In simple words, it is much like a recipe for ..read more

Super quick and easy, this recipe makes for a flavourful and very healthy lunch option which is packed with protein, fibre, healthy fats and lots of good-for-you nutrients. I like to enjoy my stuffed avocados with sweet potato wedges, fresh leafy salad and a sprinkling of dairy-free cheese! Ingredients Quinoa Stuffed Avocados (Vegan & Gluten Free) 2 Avocados 100g cooked quinoa 500ml water 1 tblsp light olive oil 3 shallots, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 carton black beans, cooked 1 tsp lime juice 1 handful cherry tomatoes, roughly chopped 1 handful basil le ..read more

Many think of ballet as a beautiful fantasy reserved for little girls or the physically gifted, but ballet technique offers amazing benefits that can lift your fitness level to new heights, regardless of your age. 1. Posture Beyond looking taller, healthier, stronger and even slimmer, standing up straight increases mental awareness and communicates confidence as well as authority. And who doesn’t need an antidote to all that slumping over computers, tablets, or smart phones? Ballet builds incredible posture that makes you look and feel fantastic! Wether you are able to join us at the studio ..read more