So yes, we like Reality TV. Have we admitted this out loud before? We do, we do. One of our faves is “So You Think You Can Dance.” And if you’ve been watching this season (even my Spin instructor at Crunch was talking about it during class yesterday) – you know that they had their first ballerina on the show this year in Melissa. And she went all the way to #3. With her powerful Pilates legs (she said she’s also an instructor), beautiful lines and light as air grace, it awakened in us a desire to at least try it out. So we found an instructor here in LA, who offers a beginning ballet class. Her philosophy is that most beginning ballet classes really aren’t beginner at all and will intimidate most adult newbies like us. She believes in truly beginning at the beginning. Perfect.
So, one of the most enjoyable things about Fitness ADD, is that you get to buy new gear anytime a new passion strikes you. In order to start the class you need a leotard, tights and ballet flats. It’s actually quite affordable — we spent less than $60 on all the stuff. And if you’ve ever been shopping in a dance store — it’s all pink, poufy tulle and just really girlie. Of course, we bought everything in black but still — having the option of some pink floaty confection was still fun to think about. And on a fashion side note, Bloch tights are too die for. Strong, soft, super black.
I’ve only taken a couple of classes, but hearing the directions in French like plie, releve and a la seconde makes everything sound a little more elegant. And yes, having to think about your arms, hands, toes and posture does make you quite aware of the little things.
Let’s see if it makes us more graceful …
What about you? Have you been inspired to take up a class in samba, jive or lyrical? Share it with us here, we’d love to hear about it!
xoxo – vgh
