What are some pros and cons of ballet dancing?

As a professional dancer, there will almost always be medical issues when constantly pushing the limits of what a body can do (as in all other physical challenges). read more

Cons: TONS of injuries. One of my sisters who continued dancing got shin splints, which apparently are fairly common in ballet dancers. The youngest one recently needed minor surgery. Probably the most minor thing that I’ve seen happen was when my toenails started growing flat because of pointe. read more

Ballet is hard, but I think that it is a great preparation to handling life outside the dance studio. Even after those defeatist moments in class, you always want to go back for more! Some days are good and some days are bad. read more

The pros definitively outweigh the cons. Some professional sport stars are known to take ballet because to dance requires a lot of strength and agility. It is also a fantastic way to shed a few pounds if you need to or keep yourself firm. read more