A Ballerina Student's Daily Routine 1 Week Before a Juilliard Show | Teen Vogue

Now 18-year-old ballet dancer Kayla Mak returns to take us through her week leading up to 'New Dances,' her final group performance at Juilliard. Since we last saw her, she's been accepted into The Juilliard School and has completed her first semester of dance training. Between 5 hours of dance a day, 6 days a week and liberal arts classes, watch and see how Kayla balances it all.
'New Dances' Performance by The Juilliard School
A Winter Awakening
World Premiere
Choreographer: Caili Quan, 2021-22
Juilliard Creative Associate
Dancers from the Class of 2025
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[@elenaedmiston221]

i’m so genuinely happy you had her on again! i was so sad whenever i found out she didn’t have a youtube channel because her week long clog was so great! i understand though she has so much to do in just a day!

[@alexmusgrave9538]

Same!!!

[@user-vk4cv6ut8x]

she was actually the girl who inspired me to dance again at all😁

[@Fandomonium456]

Kayla is a STARRR 😭❤️. She won two national titles last summer at NYCDA and the dance awards with one of the best pieces I’ve ever seen

[@DreamBelive07]

I know!! I first got introduced her when she was on nbc's world of dance and since then, been like vaguely following her career. So so talented!!

[@epicedits2334]

ok

[@impassionategods_]

im relieved that now she has a better sleep schedule then last time she was here 😅 but it’s julliard girl! u gotta thrive there so better get some sleep

[@KH-hr5xm]

Same! It seems like she has a much more balanced life than before.

[@albedosimp6166]

@@KH-hr5xm it seems more balance because dance is actually a part of their learning system. not like before where she has a different schedule of each. Its good for her cuz like 12:30am as your bedtime, not really good but surprisingly she's doing great and now she's doing better now

[@Seraphim-uz8ho]

Omg someone said it, In the first video I was like “less than 6 hours of sleep is NOT sustainable for this girl” and I’m so happy she’s getting some hard earned rest now.

[@wellzee2768]

I fr watched the video you posted on her 2 years ago about 10 times! Love this

[@lindatoll2433]

same girl I watched it like 5 times😂

[@rachel4033]

I was in her grade. She was the nicest most humble person you will ever meet!

[@jessa.the.artist]

Haha...Same. I thought it was just me lol.

[@sarelins]

SAME

[@aliyeapatterson7555]

Same lol

[@summmerrjohnson]

Kayla is THAT girl 🤩🥺 herself discipline, commitment and TALENT inspires me hats off for the queen

[@user-mi4lb3br8f]

I'm a dancer too and discipline and motivation I've learned isn't something that naturally comes up to you. My motto to myself is just to shut up and do it or you'll regret it later. Of couse sometimes I break my own rules. But if you struggle with procrastination remind yourself to just do it and that you are working to make youself happier

[@kogumaasmr9695]

@@user-mi4lb3br8f perioddd

[@TheBeautyBabe87]

She needs a KZbin channel. I still watch her first video it keeps me motivated when I’m training.

[@user-ck2gd3lg7n]

Samee

[@michelletran2637]

But with her schedule I think she would have to pay someone to edit for her

[@lorakani3329]

I think she maybe don’t have enough time for youtube. She have a very busy schedule already. But i agree, she is already so good in front of the camera and an inspiration for many.

[@clamy1310]

The fact that I watched the video posted 2 years ago probably 20 times, and even watched it again today, 6 hours ago... 😂😅 Man I'm so happy there's a new video about her 😂

[@elenats01]

Sameeee

[@neymariousjr]

samee cause it was soo motivating lmao

[@clamy1310]

@@neymariousjr yes truuuuue

[@nikko1942]

Same tho I’m not even a dancer and this motivates me

[@muhanyu8613]

I feel so happy for her that she lives in a healthier way now, I mean her sleep time, cause I was hooked by how little she slept in the earlier video when she is in high school. Anyway, feel so happy for her and love her so so much! Btw, I can't imagine sleeping 6 hours a day, I, personally, have to sleep 9 hours to stay sane. I was 14 though...

[@winterrrsea1674]

She seems really healthy and thriving but her sleep actually could really improve, staying up past 1am doing homework and waking up at 730 everyday :-/

[@_bebeboudeur_]

@@winterrrsea1674 I feel like that's just everyone at university tbh :')

[@winterrrsea1674]

@@_bebeboudeur_ I hardly knew anyone waking up before 9 lol...

[@anamariadumitru5155]

If you have classes in the morning you can't wake up past 9. So it only works for people who have classes later, or who skip all the time.

[@21y1hmatildalawqiqin8]

@@winterrrsea1674 6 hours and 30 mins is a pretty good timing in uni honestly

[@evangelyn8173]

she is literally my inspiration. PLEASE make her videos a series, i watched her last one like five times!

[@mugglepotato]

I’m glad she has a better sleep schedule now. Congrats on getting into Julliard, Kayla!! 🤩🤩🤩

[@Justzoe-mylifejourney]

🤩

[@kay-my2fk]

glad I wasn't the only one who watched her last videos like 20 times. it really gave me a sudden burst of motivation each time

[@chelseaxoxo784]

Oou, please can I have a link to her first video?

[@dakotaskong759]

Her describing learning the alternate techniques of dance as a “foreign language” is accurate and such a good way to describe it

[@michete]

Her reaching her dream is so inspiring she's so happy!!!! Such a beautiful and infectious smile

[@n3vvy0rk]

I was so eager to see what Kayla has been up to! I can't believe someone so talented can also be so humble and sweet. She's the best

[@Justzoe-mylifejourney]

true, so inspirational

[@graxe9955]

I watched the same thing 2 years ago- this is crazy- shes insane- her beauty never changed

[@matchai]

omg i remember watching the old video of her like 2 years ago, can’t put my mind around how much she has grown. such a well spoken and gorgeous woman

[@a.b6080]

So glad u guys had her on again ✨

[@kassandra0]

Love her! She’s such an amazing dancer and such an incredible person! I was so excited to see a new video about her!

[@Coco-ib6ut]

I met Kayla at a convention and she is the best dancer I have ever seen. She brings so much energy to the room! So inspired

[@DorothyOzmaLover]

Kayla is a true rising star that's getting very skilled and deserves to be in big performances.

[@jasminemurphy2492]

She has such a joyful, expressive face, it makes you feel joy with her. I'm sure that translates well to performance time. Congratulations, Kayla!

[@anph2m]

Kayla has the best personality ever 😭,,,, she's so hardworking and dedicated yet she's so positive and happy and humble and gash,, i just want a friend like her 🥺

[@Justzoe-mylifejourney]

🤩

[@janech3057]

So happy she is getting more sleep! I remember the last vid she only got 6 hours

[@patsylune7243]

Kayla seems like a really positive and inspirational person. It's important for viewers to remember that Julliard is extremely controversial regarding insane fee increases and locking in students then locking them out - just last year.

[@rita6276]

So happy to see her back!!! I watched the first video over and over again when it came out, she’s such a beautiful dancer and has an amazing personality

[@silky0439]

Kayla, is such a powerful, graceful and poetic dancer. I understand how we All question ourselves as dancers even as professionals. She should remember she held her Own against Professionals in World of Dance. She made it to the Divisional Cut. Many, MANY tried and true adult Professional dancers didn’t even make it past the audition. That speaks volumes for he character, technique, power, love of dance and dedication to the art form. She’s a shooting Star!

[@BallerinaBabe]

I remember watching that video posted 2 years ago and falling in love with ballet afterwards. It's so good seeing her again!

[@chanmi.j]

I can't wait to watch another version of this in a few years when she's a senior 🥰

[@Jesuslovesyou326]

yess

[@TheWinns11]

@@Jesuslovesyou326omg same! I hope they make one! She is literally my idol!

[@Hana-fd7sq]

Ahhh we get to see more of this queen! I’ve rewatched her other vogue video at least once a month for inspiration

[@speedyishere9364]

I truly admire her for being soooo hardworking, discipline and positive!!!💖

[@sophiamorales6290]

so glad to see her back on teen vogue, she’s so down to earth and her dancing is amazing!

[@emilyrosekrasinski20]

I relate with so much of this- I go to Eastman School of Music & it is so hard to balance schoolwork, practice, dealing with imposter syndrome, etc. Being a performing artist is hard!!! we've got this :)

[@kailynnbr3]

I’ve been waiting for another one of these! Love these so much!!!! And love Kayla and her talent most of all!!

[@chelseataura]

SHES BACK!!!! I’ve watched her previous video so many times, she’s such an inspiration!! God bless you Kayla Mak, Jesus loves you so much!! Everyone here too! 🤗🤍

[@Justzoe-mylifejourney]

🤩

[@aliquioria]

Omg! I loved her last video so much, and rewatched it numerous times. She’s such an inspiration! Glad she’s got another video! :))

[@user-hw7oi1vx2l]

You have no idea how much this video means to me i’ve been watching her past video on repeat forever now😅

[@sofiagarcia9213]

This made me so happy. Her older video was just so satisfying to watch and it was like my comfort video. Never got tired of it. So excited to WATCH!!!

[@omlet3604]

She is so elegant and talented

[@eclipsuj]

what a queen!! shes so bright and such a vibrant person, i hope there's more video about her

[@vitoyamarcelline]

I watched her other video of her just a couple weeks ago, but i´m so happy for her that she got into Juilliard! She truly deserves it. 😄

[@isabellamadrigal4785]

I’m so happy this video it out!! I watched the first one too many times to count, and I’m so happy there’s another!!

[@hwang9756]

Literally screamed when I saw this! Thank you for this video!

[@nclnmp4]

i'm so relieved she has a better sleep schedule lol. those 6 hour nights were making me worried

[@yuh5040]

i still watch the first video everytime when I need motivation im so exited that they hqve brought her again

[@1Eparadigm1]

i met her a while ago at a dance convention & she was the sweetest!!!❤️❤️

[@basastark5182]

I WATCHED THE FIRST VIDEO LIKE AT LEAST 7364647373736 TIMES IM SO HAPPY THAT WE GOT ANOTHER ONE❤️ SHES SO TALENTED!

[@sallibyul4697]

awe im so happy you invited her again! she's a gorgeous dancer. beautiful smile!

[@caseylawless3454]

She’s so amazing! I love videos like this!!!! More please🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@nadinehobday6320]

Yes! I Loved the first one so this must be AWESOME

[@adrina911]

I love her and her dancing is amazing!!!! Go Kayla! ❤❤❤❤

[@sanemiko5848]

she is amazing!!! i loved the last vid sm sm sm :)) so happy for her xoxo

[@lilyce1840]

she has such a sweet smile that makes me feeling instantly happy💓

[@manifestingpositivity108]

I have watched the first video so much and I was so happy to watch this second video, I hope Juilliard is still going amazing and have an amazing day and stay safe ❤️✨🤩

[@missjoy2925]

Her first video got me so intrigued I am glad this platform follows up on the dancing community :)

[@shayesdiaries]

I’m so happy she’s here again!

[@chev7260]

She is so amazing !

[@erintori]

YAYAAY kayla's back!! we've missed her

[@dylansiobhan]

I watch her other video at least so times a month 😅 love that we get to see more of her!

[@Dannaboy23]

She's so pretty and positive I love her energy

[@jamiedurant4195]

I have watched this on and the fist Kayla Mak video atleast 10 Times each! I absolutely Love them and want MORE!!!!!! ❤

[@desireedurlin3610]

I’m so happy to see her again

[@patriziarastel2922]

Ahhhh so happy to see her again !!!

[@limjiayi8984]

She really has the kinda smile that would brighten up multiple rooms effortlessly 🌻🌼☀️

[@jueedhar1545]

I am so happy to see Kayla again !!!

[@kitkat7457]

she obviously grow up but she never change, I love her I don't know how many time I watch in the last video, I'm so happy and proud for her❤

[@erinsiandavies]

As a dancer myself I love these videos so much xx

[@shei3929]

I lover her so much, she's so inspiring 💗💓💖💕

[@mercades4738]

SO GLADD THAT U MADE A VIDEO WITH HER AGAINNN

[@Sjsjrjfgjjde]

I love this girl I have a similar life and she motivated me to get it organised two years ago I owe her my life

[@Clhoeee]

The video 2 years ago was sooo good! I was soo excited to to watch this

[@fawn3700]

I'm so glad she's back!

[@saras3294]

Literally time flies... I can't believe she's 18 now I wish her and everyone a healthy and amazing life

[@isabelliyume]

OMG i watch the other video like everyday. i’m so happy a new one is out

[@imogenault4452]

Well I’m glad she’s getting more sleep than she was whilst she was in school😂

[@Zxgrhexbj]

She’s the reason I buy and carry around Tiger Balm now 😂

[@lipgloscynthia]

So happy too see her! I'm happy she sleeps more than in the last video

[@chloematrundola5187]

kinda funny that in her last video, her hours were so much longer and she was only in high school. now she's in uni and her days seem shorter (in terms of the times of when she wakes up and goes to bed)!! so happy she's back

[@minion8506]

I remember watching the first video so many times💕💕 I love these videos they are so entertaining and fun pls make more I love them!!

[@mistycupcake2921]

Yay she's back 😍😍

[@randomqueer5243]

SHES BACK!!!

[@izzyh92]

finally there’s a new video that i can watch over 100 times and memorise every single word of

[@haleypotesak501]

Omggg yasss Kayla SO PROUD OF YOU

[@audreyk7251]

Kayla is a beautiful dancer & star!

[@AnimeS1mp]

yay! i rlly like herrrr. Im actually happy for her because she is getting more sleep time than she was before. Stay healthy!

[@laurenbrogan3162]

I love these ones and how you can relate to the

[@MissBrittneyofCourse]

Aw she is adorable!

[@user-cv2vo5wn9m]

she’s bloomed into a even more hardworking lady. she deserves more time to rest

[@pinecsne]

she's so pretty and sooo skilled !!

[@eva-yq1qv]

we can all agree she is SO PRETTY

[@louisemaaree]

I love the follow up!!

[@lizzychalidze3908]

Kayla mak we love you !

[@stellaquick5795]

Can I just say how awesome it was to see her at Nuvo!!

[@caitlinm0929]

She’s so inspirational to me, what an icon

[@Justzoe-mylifejourney]

true

[@jdsodfjs]

I cannttttt her dimples are soo cuttee

[@ThatSaintGirl]

This all is so incredibly beautiful!!

[@thatomosh4711]

Wow I really enjoy watching ballet videos ❤

[@profegris3065]

KAYLA IS SUCH AN AMZING DANCER AND I HONESTLY LOOK UP TO HER

[@same.5293]

im so happy i clicked on this video! kayla mak is so inspiring, not only because shes a great dancer. but, she is asian like me.

[@AngelTrazo]

Love this video!!!

[@mandyprice1517]

She is literally the cutest thing I've ever seen ♡ YASS queen