A beginner's guide to flexibility for ballet! Professional ballerina how-to ❤️

How do ballet dancers get flexible? I’ll be showing you the stretches I did as a kid back when I used to be really stiff! They’re easy to remember and helpful for even the most inexperienced beginner.
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It’s requested A LOT to talk about how I got flexible/how to improve flexibility/what stretches to do. WELL, today I finally give the people what they want!
When I was a kid I was really really REALLY not flexible! I had a lot of catching up to do when I first joined a preprofessional ballet school, so I spent a lot of time stretching on my own. In the video I show you the EXACT SAME stretches I did. Well, it worked for me! And while I do think genetics play a big part in what your capable of achieving, it’s important to unlock your own potential so you can feel your best!
➭ Video on how I became a professional ballet dancer, explaining more details about my story as a student: open.spotify.com/episode/4O57...
➭ Since this video, I've also published an ankle strengthening guide! I give four exercises you can do in any small space with just a theraband and a pilates block • Ankle strengthening ex...
- professional image used in video as “after” shot was taken by Sergei Gherciu in Raymonda at Bayerisches Staatsballett
outro music written + produced by my brother Charles Kakareka / charleskakareka
Clouds by Joakim Karud / joakim-karud-clouds-ro...

[@jeanettekakareka]

2024 update ☺ I've recently become a tutor on Preply! If you have specific technical issues you're trying to work through in class or need help with audition season--regardless of age or experience--I'd be happy to hear from you! preply.com/en/tutor/4758453 😇

[@alexandracooper7515]

For anyone reading the comments that thinks they are starting ‘too late’, I say ‘WHAT SILLINESS’ . In our class I am the YOUNGEST and by far the least experienced. You should see the flexibility and professionalism of the ladies I dance with. We are led by an ex Royal Ballet dancer, who, in her 70s, dances circles around most 🌸 PLEASE NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAM BECAUSE OF SOMETHING AS SILLY AS A NUMBER ❤️

[@jeanettekakareka]

Agree!!!! 😁👏

[@almamilania]

I'm starting ballet again after 5 years! I quit at 15 and now at 20 I decided to start again. I feel so embarrassed most of the time in class since I'm the oldest and my muscles and technique have gone all over the place but I know with time and effort I'll get better! Thanks for the video :)

[@jeanettekakareka]

Don't be embarrassed, you should be proud to do good things for yourself--like taking a class you want to take, or buying a beauty face mask, whatever it is--because at least for me, it's easy to neglect my wants and make excuses. I'm glad you're trying to come back and good luck!

[@kiyoo2169]

I’m 15 do you think i should start, its a dream of mine but I’m not sure🥺

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@kiyoo2169 everyone is unique and under very specific circumstances, but adding the joy of ballet into your life is always a good thing if it makes you happy! I don't know if you have any past experience in dance or not. But no matter your age, do something as long as it is a positive in your life. Don't put too much expectation on yourself and don't compare yourself to others. I wish you luck!

[@godlytiktoks7113]

That's good ☺👍👍, keep trying and you will reach your goal i have faith in you☺☺☺😚🙂🙂💖💖💖💖

[@peppsqueaks8833]

I'm currently in this boat

[@maliaf5230]

I've been really behind in flexibility, and I REALLY needed that reminder not to compare myself to my classmates so thank you!

[@jeanettekakareka]

Just do your thing in your own time! 😁

[@yarix4848]

I love hearing this from someone who admitted to being a little behind from classmates. It makes the journey feel more authentic and it feels like I can get there some day.

[@jeanettekakareka]

Aw I'm glad you feel that way! Yes I was pretty behind 😂 there's so many factors that go into who continues with ballet as a hobby or a profession. Good luck! :-) I also have another video that describes my journey to where I am now kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIDWkICLdrWchLs

[@h4rt76]

same. i still feel left behind, but i’m trying to change that.

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@h4rt76 that's alright, anyway, we don't need to compare our journeys to other peoples'! We're all gonna develop and achieve different things and that's ok too. :-)

[@vermillion9nelson188]

As an adult returning to ballet after 20+ yrs, I had lost most of my flexibility. I've started doing only active stretches every other day and, wow, does that help! I think I could turn those arabesque stretches into active stretches. 'Cause my arabesque is leaving a lot to be desired.

[@jeanettekakareka]

You definitely can make them active! I'd try engaging those back/butt/and leg muscles on and off to slowly gain confidence and strength. Maybe I could think about an arabesque strength video for the future. :-) Of course, gaining strength in flexibility is *vital* to making use of one's flexibility!

[@brandyp.9602]

Can you explain how you would make that arabesque into a active one? I'm also curious what other active stretches you like.

[@Mentally_illArtist]

Hi! Finding this video WAY later than when it was posted lol. I haven't done ballet in about 3-4 years and im trying to get back into it. Im still a minor and I admire the ballerinas who are SO SO flexible! I love how ballet is just so graceful and being able to lift my leg over my head! I hope to be able to get my splits or even just be able to loft my leg above my waist at least :)

[@jeanettekakareka]

I hope you'll be able to find enjoyment in getting back into it ☺ if you end up having any questions you can ask me and I'll answer generally for my subscribers on a future Q&A, or you can come find me on Preply to help you specifically 🙂 preply.com/en/tutor/4758453

[@hopekahuika8736]

I've been doing dance since I was 3 and I quit ballet for about 4 years which made me lose a ton of flexibility....I'm most positive this'll be helpful💀

[@jeanettekakareka]

Yay I hope it does help! Good luck on coming back to ballet :-)

[@funnybudgie25]

@hopekahuika8736 Are you flexible again?

[@movielife1769]

When I was younger I was a ballerina and I was super flexible sadly I quit so now I’ve regressed a lot I’m positive this will help thank you!

[@jeanettekakareka]

It's never too late to take care of our bodies! I hope you'll find it helpful :-)

[@_Pauper_]

I’m just a martial artist who needs his legs back after some damage and the best kick at my school belongs to this new-ish girl who happens to be a ballerina with no martial art experience. At my school we are taught to take from everything and apply it to what we have, I’m hoping this will apply here thank you

[@jeanettekakareka]

That's smart of you to think like this! Cross training really helps any athlete to get a more well rounded workout and improve in areas they may be lacking in. Hope it helps you, and if you have questions feel free to ask me ☺

[@niconako9412]

I am 14 years old and at this point I got interested in ballet. I haven't try ballet but this day I don't know why I got interested 🤣

[@jeanettekakareka]

inspiration can happen, you never know when you'll find a new interest haha

[@sierraHAHA...]

omgg im doing a teen ballet class for beginners, check out Outschool beginner ballet for teens meghan stefanik!!

[@niconako9412]

@@sierraHAHA... 😱

[@Doggo_does_stuf]

@@niconako9412 I did ballet as a little kid and at 14 I’m getting back into it! ima little nervous because ik im very behind but this has helped and I hope ur dance journey is going good!

[@acelynn4068]

I’m teaching myself ballet because I don’t have the money for classes and i’m definitely gonna be on your account a lot for help

[@jeanettekakareka]

Just keep doing what makes you happy and enjoy! 🤗

[@jailenefe]

I’ve been looking for something like this for so long! Thank you! *subscribed*

[@jeanettekakareka]

I'm so glad it could help! Thanks :-)

[@icommentwhereiwant5377]

If I did this using the ballet bar at my ballet place my teacher would be like “YOU ARE NOT A MONKEY SO NO HANGING ON THE BAR”

[@jeanettekakareka]

You should definitely pay attention to the class when it's happening. I did this before or after class to improve my flexibility.

[@michealbobby9305]

Awesome video I’d really love to see more vids on the different techniques and dance moves be really helpful

[@jeanettekakareka]

It's not really the content I'll be making, mostly I'm talking and explaining subjects pertaining pointe shoes, my life as a professional ballet dancer, recipes, DIYs, etc. But I hope you'll find that interesting too. 😄 I have a part 2 for flexibility here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4ikonynqqqKqcU

[@HannahJeanvlogz]

I love his video. I get my first pair of point shoes in October and I’m so excited 😆

[@jeanettekakareka]

Awesome! I have a lot of pointe shoe-related videos 😊 I just uploaded this one on how to keep them for longer: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIuUh6WBqtaYa8k

[@angebabidiboo1934]

I wanted to learn ballet as a hobby but I can't cause we couldn't afford it when I was youger. I'm already 25 years old and I still want to learn ballet, but I'm afraid that I won't be able to learn it anymore cause I'm old already.

[@jeanettekakareka]

You can definitely still learn and enjoy ballet!! 25 is still young compared to the rest of your life :-) I would just be patient and not expect too much from yourself so you don't get defeated at the beginning. Take the classes for what they are--which is something you always wanted to do and can now enjoy as an adult. :-) good luck!

[@angebabidiboo1934]

@@jeanettekakareka Thank you! This really cheered me up. I always see ballerinas like you, they dance beautifully in the stage and always thought that someday, I'll be able to dance like that. 🥺

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@angebabidiboo1934 Aw thank you! To get to a professional level takes a lot, but there's still so much value in ballet as a hobby and passion. Just be inspired and don't compare yourself! Do it as long as it's fun.

[@alexandracooper7515]

YOU CAN LEARN ANYTHING IF YOU WANT TO, MY ANGEL!!! DON’T GIVE UP EVER!!!! AGE IS JUST A NUMBER. I promise. Take it from someone who spent my whole life fighting cancer, I never thought I could dance FULL STOP- let alone dance the way I can these days. I believe in you! GO FOR IT. ❤️

[@shymelherrera3368]

I started performing ballet at my school until Covid happened and I lost most of my flexibility because I was busy with online classes and modules

[@jeanettekakareka]

Understandable! I heard online classes for students have been really intense and this is such a hard time to go through for anyone, it's difficult to stay motivated. I hope you might be able to incorporate these stretches in-between your work. 😁

[@kitty.di0r]

Me too

[@markobasuyi8997]

Same after the lockdown the company I went to shut down and haven’t been able to find another but I want to go back

[@GetSlappedPlease]

Wow I need this

[@jeanettekakareka]

Comment to let me know if these basic flexibility tricks helped you! ❤️

[@monasuliman897]

This helped a lot ʕ•ᴥ•ʔthank you for making this video!❤️❤️❤️

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@monasuliman897 I'm so glad to hear that :-D

[@diabloakland]

Omg i do these stretches in my classes lol I’m the oldest in the studio but i have always been flexible so i know I’ll regain it

[@jeanettekakareka]

Can't hurt to take care of yourself and be active 😁

[@jeanettekakareka]

UPDATE! I now have a part 2 explaining stretching do's and don'ts 😄 kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4ikonynqqqKqcU

[@kitty.di0r]

This really helped me thank you

[@jeanettekakareka]

I'm so glad 😌 hope you'll be back for more videos!

[@amalmounmak2068]

hi, ive always been a natural at ballet at the age of five i learnt to do middle split in a day and could put my feet on my shoulders etc idid ballet for short period of time i left because i didnt like my teacher . and then i was selected by scout that came to my school at the age of 8 to 9 and was told i was a natural but for some reason it never worked out. and so now recently ive found a strong interest in ballet and gaining my once extremely strong flexibility again and your video has really heped,im sooo close to doing the splits and its only been like 2-3 days

[@jeanettekakareka]

That's great, Amal! I wish you all the best and don't worry about the technical benchmarks right now. Focus on learning how to absorb corrections from the teacher, and why you love dancing. It will work out for you if you love it! 😁

[@astelius]

*i’m 12 and am thinking of starting ballet. i’m not at all flexible, i can’t do the splits and flexibility is my weakest point. i want to get more flexible then start ballet so i’m not so far behind*

[@Maine931]

Take Ballet now!! Remember everyone is self conscious and worried about not being flexible enough. You can do Yoga on the off days to help with flexibility as well. You got this!!!!! ❤

[@jeanettekakareka]

I agree with the comment! It's not about being flexible or even about being good. Sometimes we need to push through that uncomfortable stage to allow ourself to enjoy things and better ourselves. 😊 In the end, ballet can just be about something you enjoy! It doesn't have to be something to "succeed" at!

[@astelius]

@@jeanettekakareka *lol I just remembered this comment, I’m joining Air Force Cadets next year so I guess I’m more of a military girl 😂*

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@astelius amazing haha you never know where life will take you 😆 hopefully the body awareness you learned can still be a transferrable skill for you 🙂

[@Jiafei.YeHuanXiang]

I’m the oldest (and tallest) in my ballet class and also the least flexible when it comes to leg extensions so I’m really trying to improve :)

[@jeanettekakareka]

Best of luck! Have you had any improvement? 😊

[@Jiafei.YeHuanXiang]

@@jeanettekakarekaI have actually! Still got a long ways to go but we’re making our way down town 🏃‍♀️

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@Jiafei.YeHuanXiang Congrats on investing in yourself 👏👏 that's the hardest part sometimes

[@Jiafei.YeHuanXiang]

@@jeanettekakareka It really is, thanks for the support 🤗

[@Ab-nw9sr]

I’ve really wanted to start ballet but I can’t touch my toes lol so I’m trying to get flexible now so when the studios open back up in a few months I’m ready

[@jeanettekakareka]

Just keep on at it, and do it smartly and healthfully. 😄

[@chloebaloyo8678]

I'm 22 and I know this isn't too late to start ballet 💗

[@jeanettekakareka]

Nope just enjoy it for what it is for you! 😊

[@FridayMkll]

Yo this video was very helpful ! Also wanted to ask what are those cool pants you have on during the flexibility demonstration ? Seem like it could be what I’ve been looking for.

[@jeanettekakareka]

Aw awesome! I'm so glad! 😇 The pants are from Freed, but I bought them from a Chacott store in Tokyo. Idk if you can order them online or not.

[@FridayMkll]

@@jeanettekakareka Great ! I'll look into it I appreciate the response.

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@FridayMkll sure, good luck! 😅

[@alexandersauscer9139]

thank you, what i would really like to have heard too is how often is good and held for how long? What methodology gives the greatest gains? A lot of pressure or just a little etc.

[@jeanettekakareka]

I think that's really dependent on the person and their body. I would never stay in a stretch if I am getting that gut feeling that I need to stop. There's a certain amount that feels difficult but a little good. And then when you hold a stretch so long it feels wrong is when you should stop. Does that make sense? Also I'm not sure I'd want to think of it in "pressure" rather than "resistance" and I would keep that light in the beginning and then push myself further as weeks go on. But I wouldn't make large differences day to day. Hope that helps but it requires a lot of self awareness mostly!

[@12345leah]

Hii, I’ve been dancing all my life I stopped when I was 12 and now I’m nearly 15, i did dance in between the years but not long. When I was 13 they doctors said I have oscaslatis so I stopped dance until now I really want to start again because it was something I can turn to x

[@jeanettekakareka]

I quickly Googled it and it looks like it could be something you outgrow? I hope that's true, because if dancing made you happy it would be great if you could do it in some way. (Obviously not against a doctor's recommendation.) Even if you had to cut back a little. Good luck, Keira!

[@12345leah]

@@jeanettekakareka heyyyy Thankyou for answering my comment I’ve done a few of your exercises and it has helped so much, I would also love if you could help me with good diets if you could, but I’m a really picky eater and tried so much to get my diet healthy xx

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@12345leah Oh I'm glad you liked them! :-) I only like the word "diet" if it simply means the way you eat, like a "human diet". That said, I give examples of what I eat in any of my vlogs and I give recipes too! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqGklnSPhdh1hbM Eating well to make you happy and fuel your body is really important for health. Taking care to nourish yourself is one of the important part of being a dancer (and person). If anybody tells you to not eat something or restrict yourself, run don't walk from that advice.

[@corn8591]

2:05 2:26 3:07 3:30 4:07

[@absnics9747]

i want to do ballet but i don’t know if i’ll be okay at it as im really short, no flexibility and i’ve never done it at all. i would love to try it if i could :) xx

[@jeanettekakareka]

As long as your goal is to enjoy it and take care of yourself, I don't see why anything else matters! Don't let the comparison game get in the way. 😊

[@vedikabhatt2756]

Can you please tell how much time you take to do middle splits also how much hour a ballet dancer do stretches in a day

[@jeanettekakareka]

As a professional, "splits" and similar big stretches are just a part of the daily things I do, it's probably a grand total of 5 or 10 minutes 😆 Because it's more about maintaining flexibility and feeling good in my body for the day, not getting further flexible. But when I was young and hadn't achieved flexibility yet, I spent a significant more amount of time on it! Just like anything 🙂 I spend more time doing yoga stretches because it benefits me more as a mature athlete.

[@Ophanim1000]

Thanks for the advice on which stretches are most effective. Liked and subbed

[@jeanettekakareka]

Yayy 🥰 hope you'll enjoy more of my videos!

[@jessfidler2356]

Thanks I’m going to ballet soon but I’m not very flexible

[@jeanettekakareka]

That's alright, I was definitely not flexible at all when I started like I mention in the video 😂

[@AjayKumar-eq8kc]

I learn alise cone in 2 days. It's not a joke and iam 14 and i start dance this year in march. Its my first time and i also learnt front split but it take 10 days but still i think stiff while dancing can you suggest some tip how i dance nice

[@miya7793]

I was just born flexible

[@Em1lyy]

Hey! Just started pointe (would of taken it sooner but stayed in a lower class for a few years) I’m quite flexible as I can do the splits (right and left) and close to middles but I can never seem to get my leg in a hold at the side or just in general. Any tips for that and for starting off in pointe? ❤️❤️ subscribed because these tips were awesome and hoping to be a professional someday ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jeanettekakareka]

I would focus on holding the leg at an angle that allows your hips to be more or less level. Use one hand to manually hold the leg within your natural turn out, so that you can focus on testing your strength coming from the butt, inner thigh muscle, and even your back muscles. Hopefully this will get you some strength in the right way over time. 🙏

[@Em1lyy]

@@jeanettekakareka thankyouuuu!! One other question: tips for being flexible (what you did or what you recommend for someone who has more inclosed hips)

[@flyingace542]

Can I ask you for an advice?. What do you think about a video about dating a ballerina? From a non-dancer's perspective it's a difficult situation. Maybe you can enlighten us on that subject?

[@jeanettekakareka]

My fiancé is also a ballet dancer so my perspective is dating a fellow baller dancer... 😂it was by accident though! 😂😂But I was hoping to make a video about that if I could convince him to join me on camera lol. It's a unique situation tbh because you have to work together in addition to everything else.

[@flyingace542]

@@jeanettekakareka Really? It would be great if you could convince your fiancé to join you on camera. I see from my social circle, dancers date dancers or people working in that sector. Not that I complain or have negative thoughts, because I see that ballerinas/danseurs spend a lot of time together. That's why I might be an outlier lol. Anyway you're doing great and we wish you the best for you and your fiancé. Thank you for your reply and stay safe!

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@flyingace542 Sure, I understand you! I'll think of some content that might interest you from your perspective. :-) Thanks, hope you'll be back to watch more videos!

[@jeanettekakareka]

Hey I've made a video on what it's like dating a professional ballet dancer :-D kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3W4kJ1_m66Fe6c

[@flyingace542]

@@jeanettekakareka Hi Jeanette. Thank you so much for the video. I was kind of expecting this type of video, especially for VDay :) Anyway thanks again and I hope both of you stay safe!

[@visibletoallusersonyoutube14]

I'm making 15 in November and I decided that I'm going to learn ballet or at least try but there's no ballet studio here where I live, what should I do? Should I just try online by watching ballet lessons on KZbin?

[@jeanettekakareka]

I would try some free basic classes on KZbin and follow along. See if you really enjoy it a lot or not, then maybe if you're still interested when you're old enough to drive or take public transportation you could try finding classes somewhere! Good luck ❤️

[@mrsbebeeledger]

I am now a ballet teacher and I have lost so much of my flexibility 😭😭

[@jeanettekakareka]

I can imagine that! When you're teaching ballet you don't have the same time for yourself. I hope you can find a healthy balance so you can feel good!

[@mrsbebeeledger]

@@jeanettekakareka I’m working on creating a barre class for myself at home. I love in an apartment so it’s hard to do centers and across the floors with people under me lol

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@mrsbebeeledger ​ oh I get it!! I haven't had good experiences training from home during previous lockdowns/quarantines. I've actually gotten some chronic pain since coming out of lockdown in June. So be careful! kzbin.info has some really creative classes if you want to have a try and get some inspiration. :-)

[@mrsbebeeledger]

@@jeanettekakareka thank you!!

[@OnlyJayMMA]

Me an mma fighter thinking of ways to learn to kick higher so I came here cause man ballerinas have scary flexibility 😂

[@jeanettekakareka]

Honestly yeah 😆 but in my husband's case, it's because they broke him in Chinese boarding school 😂😂🥲 but I helped my brother in ice hockey before! For you, I'd focus more on hip flexibility so deep squats. But of course some hamstring flexibility with the splits would help too!

[@OnlyJayMMA]

@@jeanettekakareka thank you for the advice

[@thatonerazormain8223]

starting ballet next year, aged 15 (turning 16 in march tho)

[@jeanettekakareka]

Have fun!!! 😊 feel free to ask any questions or check out more of my ballet advice videos

[@thatonerazormain8223]

@@jeanettekakareka will definetly do thatA

[@judegarcia6657]

I like stretching but I never understand how warmed up you need to be. Do I need to wait for ballet class to stretch or can I do it first thing in the morning?

[@jeanettekakareka]

It's a good question! If it's more stationary kind of stretching, doing a full barre beforehand is definitely advised. But if you're doing smaller, active stretches you can start that in the morning. I have a 6 minute stretch that I uploaded that shows smaller, active stretches. 🤗

[@judegarcia6657]

@@jeanettekakareka that’s right!! I’m going to watch it more carefully. Thank you!

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@judegarcia6657 🤗🤗

[@1my0ursa1nt]

I did ballet when I was 4-5. I quit because of school. I'm 11 and I'm in middle school and I am so embarrassed I won't be flexible

[@jeanettekakareka]

You're so young for this skill set! I probably wasn't really improving flexibility-wise until I was 11! You have so many possibilities, good luck 😊

[@geetikagulati]

Hi, Could you tell me is it possible to learn ballet for 20+ year old. As i used to do other dance forms. But now i want to learn ballet. Please break all the age criteria related to ballet

[@jeanettekakareka]

Oh well I think anybody at any stage can still enjoy ballet! As long as you are kind and patient with yourself and start doing the classes because you like it, it can be a life-long passion. :-)

[@geetikagulati]

@@jeanettekakareka Thank you 😊

[@thingsatrandom373]

I started ballet when I was 13 but due to some circumstances I stopped. Last 2019 I found out that I had scoliosis (but just a mild one). Now Im 20, am I able to go back at ballet even though I had scoliosis?

[@jeanettekakareka]

So long as you say it's mild and your doctor hasn't told you to stop physical activity, I think ballet would actually help! I have very very mild scoliosis as well. But, my mother's was really severe, which is actually why she put me in baby ballet when I was 3 to hopefully strengthen my spine and not have the same problems as her. I don't know if it worked, but it can't hurt! And at 20 you're not done growing either. 😊

[@thingsatrandom373]

@@jeanettekakareka wow thank you so much for that💖 It helped a lot for my decision-making whether to continue, I feel so motivated🤗

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@thingsatrandom373 good luck and enjoy! Hope you'll be back for more videos 🤗

[@thingsatrandom373]

@@jeanettekakareka 💖💖💖

[@brandyp.9602]

@@jeanettekakareka, that was smart on her part. Strong back muscles will help the spine be straighter. I would think the fact you started gaining strength in your back muscles at such a young age that may have helped your spine grow straight.

[@adasualtan1634]

I started ballet when i was 3 and i quit at 11. I am 15 now and i have never lost my interest in ballet but i'm too worried to start again. Is it impossible to become a professional dancer at this point ?

[@jeanettekakareka]

I can't say because I don't know your exact situation, but it's not impossible! Don't let the worry of whether you can be a professional deter you. If you still enjoy it, it will have value. ☺ I'd say no matter what, it really matters how hard you'll work at it, how much you'll listen, and the quality of school you attend. To be a professional, you need to attend a pre-professional level program. Good luck!

[@adasualtan1634]

@@jeanettekakareka Thank you so much for your kind answer. I knew its not gonna be easy but I'll do my best. I was so discouraged because everyone I asked said its impossible. And of course the most important thing is to feel that joy i find in ballet. But i hope someday if i work hard i can achieve my goals. I really appreciate the hope that you give to people. Thank you.😊

[@zeeschelp]

4:01 sorry i'm not a native english speaker and i just got into ballet, what move or muscle is she talking about?

[@jeanettekakareka]

"A la seconde" is also known as "second position", it's just the correct ballet (French) terminology. It's when the leg is at your side as you see in the demo. Except I kept the knee bent just as a stretch. A proper "a la seconde" or "second position" is with the leg fully stretched and up at the side. Hope that helps!

[@zeeschelp]

@@jeanettekakareka Thank you💞

[@egbeevelyn5304]

Am my mother's daughter my dream is to become a ballet my dad doesn't allow me to do it he said it is not good for girls but good for boys I'm in Nigeria, and I am sad because my flexibility will soon go away. Can I ask a question, if I subscribe you will carry me from Nigeria.

[@meiadelaine1263]

After doing this my butt got hurt😂😂

[@jeanettekakareka]

Which part? 😂 the attitude into an arabesque?

[@itzchloeann2016]

I rlly wannabe a ballet dancer I’m 17 and never done dance in my life. My family say I’m too old and I’m not flexible at all and I’m very tall and I’m not fat but I’m not skinny either :((((

[@jeanettekakareka]

You don't have to be or do anything to enjoy an activity!!! I wouldn't put the expectation on yourself to be "made to dance" but just take it for what it is one step at a time. That's my advice 🤗

[@itzchloeann2016]

@@jeanettekakareka thank you xxxx 💗💗

[@jeanettekakareka]

@@itzchloeann2016 feel free to ask more or have a look at some more of my ballet advice videos ❤️

[@SuccubiWeiying]

I'm not flexible is it weird to start doing ballet at 18?

[@jeanettekakareka]

As long as you're doing it because you enjoy it, anyone can begin ballet at any age 😊

[@SuccubiWeiying]

@@jeanettekakareka thank you 😁💕

[@luckysharma6803]

Are you wearing socks,or booties

[@jeanettekakareka]

I wear booties in the video! But there's socks on underneath 😅

[@matcha.clouds]

This wasn’t helpful. No stretches actually shown.

[@Ophanim1000]

You must be blind

[@flyingace542]

Great content. Thank you for sharing your experiences. We'll want to see more for the future!

[@jeanettekakareka]

Thank you!!