BUSTING BALLET COMPETITION MYTHS ft. YAGP Founder Larissa Saveliev

[@ThePointeShop]

Love Larissa! 🩰💖

[@YAGP]

We do too!💖 Thank you so much for joining us in this video Josephine!🤗🩰

[@YAGP]

You can watch the video that Larissa and Josephine did on The Pointe Shop's channel here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/naG1emCwp7xpm80

[@npikinerpikiner5684]

From the first days of the war, Larisa Savelyeva, together with the yagp and ygpukraine team, have been providing incredible help and support to ballet children from Ukraine. Low bow and gratitude! You are incredible! Thank you for our children!

[@YAGP]

We're glad you enjoyed this interview with Larissa! You might also like to check out these videos of performances by dancers from Ukraine on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n37Tn5mparRniJY , kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXqkg2SafJKeqqs

[@AbstractlyDelen]

Okay, but this is incredible 1- a female founded competition 2- it’s not about winning (necessarily) but more about scholarships and getting the career you want 3- seems like everyone who enters is on even ground, and not rigged because you know the founder This is so wholesome, and more things need to be structured this way. No drama, no hurt feelings because you don’t know the right people, doesn’t matter your background/where you’re from. Just strictly based on talent. Absolutely love this 💜

[@valentinagrilli1536]

ciao

[@YAGP]

We love your enthusiasm, and we're happy that you enjoyed the video! We think you might also enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqPIm5qdibmrbNE , kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3rLZ6NqobOKhqM

[@geekyballerina5836]

I’m the ballet director at a jazz competition studio and we brought dancers to YAGP for the first time last year. It was SUCH a positive experience! The kids felt welcome, there was no sense of “ugh, you’re not a *real* ballet student,” they got very constructive and nurturing feedback from the judges, and they loved the master classes. Our goal was not to win, it was to push ourselves and be inspired by fellow dancers. (I am also extremely proud of how we did.) 10/10 I recommend this competition because it really is about growth. In fact, my student that made an obvious mistake scored highest because she recovered so artfully. My studio owners were nervous because of rumors about politics and possible size discrimination but I’m so glad they took the chance because none of that was real. Did my students get scholarships? No, and that’s okay because they don’t want to be professional ballet dancers. Are they proud of themselves? Yes. Did they grow in technique and artistry through the preparation process? Yes. Do they love ballet more because of this experience? Yes! And I haven’t even mentioned my growth as a teacher through this process. Truly, YAGP is a wonderful opportunity and we are already registered to return this year. Thank you for all the work you do to make this possible!

[@YAGP]

We appreciate your enthusiasm and we're so happy that you had a great experience at YAGP! We can't wait to see your studio at this year's competition😍 We think you might enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqPIm5qdibmrbNE , kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5uyiYR4rtSfhpY

[@liudmylachesnova8350]

Thank you for your support of children 🙏🏻

[@mermaidopulence8539]

So back in 2006 I was supposed to compete in YAGP but the studio I was dancing with at the time shut down and I wasn't able to go to another dance school. It's been 15yrs since and now I'm back in ballet as an adult and getting used to being en pointe again and it makes me so sad knowing that I missed my chance when I was younger. At the studio I dance at, the kids are so excited every year for YAGP and when we have class we sometimes stop our class to watch them perform.

[@YAGP]

It makes us so happy that you and your studio enjoy watching YAGP💜 We think you might also enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/opK3nmlpramKba8 , kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2ipi3ahedSam9U

[@mermaidopulence8539]

@@YAGP we love cheering on all of our dancers. Even though I didn't get to have my chance at YAGP I was able to still be apart because I helped do alterations on the tutu and leotards for some of our dancers.

[@LazovskaLiza]

Larissa, Thank you very very much for all your help and support you provide to Ukrainian children! We are so grateful to you! ❤️

[@ЛюдмилаВерба-о9ц]

Thank you very much Larisa Savelieva for your support and assistance for younger ballet generation.❤️

[@YAGP]

We are so thankful for Larissa, she is wonderful! If you like this video, we think you might also like these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXqkg2SafJKeqqs , kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5rdh5SwqtuBetk

[@hanna6045]

Thank you! These women are amazing!

[@evaskorenka1067]

Thank you so much for all your help 🥰❤️❤️❤️ it means a lot to us

[@AbstractlyDelen]

Okay, but can we talk about your heels? Those look ✨STUNNING✨and super unique

[@YAGP]

We love her glamorous shoes! ✨ If you enjoyed this video, we think you might also like these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqPIm5qdibmrbNE , kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKjLdqhqqZd4fqM

[@namtellectjoonal7230]

Ikr?! they're drop dead gorgeous * - *

[@tijay8507]

They are wedges with a cut out!

[@AbstractlyDelen]

A ballerina that doesn’t like attention? An actual unicorn 💜 I don’t know much about ballet, but always dreamed of being a prima ballerina. I just came over from The Pointe Shops video, and this was fascinating!!! Thank you so much for sharing

[@YAGP]

We're glad you enjoyed the video! We think you might also enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqPIm5qdibmrbNE , kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5uyiYR4rtSfhpY

[@katgar6135]

Larissa is an absolutely unique personality! She helped couple of generations of kids to find their way in ballet world ❤️❤️❤️

[@YAGP]

Larissa has such a wonderful spirit❤️ If you like this video, you might like to check out these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYbTlH-Kipx3oJI , kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXfVcmp4ZdqZjbM

[@HAgran22]

What a great conversation! So insightful!

[@dees3179]

What an amazing memory. Names AND variations!

[@ЛенаЛазовская-е9р]

Larissa - you are incredible! Thank you for the opportunity you give to children! Thank you for the help you provided to children from Ukraine!!!🙏🏻💙💛

[@YAGP]

Larissa is incredible and we are so grateful for her! If you like this video, you may also like these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXqkg2SafJKeqqs , kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5rdh5SwqtuBetk

[@oksanazhuravlova4717]

I admire this incredible woman and the great work she does. Larissa inspires and gives hope, and this is priceless ❤

[@YAGP]

Larissa is an inspiration❤️ If you like this video, we think you might also enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGnPY4GMmKmbmdk , kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYbTlH-Kipx3oJI

[@yevahrytsak1995]

Larissa is the best! Forever thankful ❤️❤️❤️

[@serhiizharikov9937]

Thank you Larisa Savelieva for this interview🙏 I have changed my understanding of competitions and why I want to go there

[@YAGP]

We're happy that you enjoyed this interview! You might also like to check out these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYbTlH-Kipx3oJI , kzbin.info/www/bejne/n37Tn5mparRniJY

[@lesyachycha8292]

Thank you very much!!! A charming woman who helps everyone and brings them closer to their dreams💙💛

[@YAGP]

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[@ИринаКочергина-э6я]

Thank you very much, Larissa, for your help! We are very grateful to you for the opportunity to continue our studies under a peaceful sky!💙💛😘

[@YAGP]

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[@alisagarkavenko9172]

Thank you so much Larissa for your help🙏🏼❤️ you are always my hero and inspiration💙💛

[@YAGP]

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[@firstavabesque7279]

Wonderful life changing woman! Love Mrs Larissa so much. And love her shoes in this video almost as much💜🫶🏼🩰

[@YAGP]

We're happy you enjoyed the video! We think you might also enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYbTlH-Kipx3oJI , kzbin.info/www/bejne/roSxaoiIZraer5I

[@miraiskenderova3930]

Larisa, you bring children closer to your dream! Thank you very much for this!!!!

[@YAGP]

We're glad that you enjoyed the video! If you like this video, you might also enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5rdh5SwqtuBetk , kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXqkg2SafJKeqqs

[@goriaievaa]

Thank you so much for helping us🍀 You are incredible 🤩

[@YAGP]

Larissa is incredible💙 If you like this video, we think you might also enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGnPY4GMmKmbmdk , kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5rdh5SwqtuBetk

[@fatimaabitova3192]

Our children are not said to be lucky to have powerful support in the person of Larisa. Thank you for the opportunity given to Ukrainian young ballerinas to learn their profession in world ballet schools. Thank you for the fact that thanks to your authority, our children open the doors of ballet schools and are given the opportunity to show themselves. Thank you for placing the hopes and dreams of Ukrainian children in your hands. You are forever in our hearts. And we are Ukrainian mothers of ballet children, whose lives you save, we will always be grateful to you.

[@YAGP]

💙💛🙏🏼

[@YAGP]

You might also enjoy these videos of Ukrainian dancers performing on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXqkg2SafJKeqqs , kzbin.info/www/bejne/n37Tn5mparRniJY

[@EricPoor1]

Great advice from the amazing Ms. Larissa! 💜

[@YAGP]

We're glad this video was helpful! We think you might also enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYbTlH-Kipx3oJI , kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqPIm5qdibmrbNE

[@Meld1q]

I can’t wait until I start ballet! I lost a chance and now it’s my chance to get it back!💗

[@YAGP]

We love your enthusiasm for ballet! 💗 We think you might like these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoXXp4OGq9KeqLc , kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5uyiYR4rtSfhpY

[@amandapoirier3368]

Thank you Miss Larissa for your wisdom and inspiration. Such good insight that helps me refocus on my goals and dream. I’m so excited for this year💕Emma Poirier

[@YAGP]

We're glad you enjoyed the interview! 💕 We think you might also enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYbTlH-Kipx3oJI , kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5uyiYR4rtSfhpY

[@143yaknow]

THIS is why I was never a comp dancer (other than the fact that I don't live and breathe it enough and have terrible feet and knees working against me of course haha), it's always so special to hear Mme Larissa speak

[@magicdance4408]

Thank you very much 💖💖

[@YAGP]

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[@ilonavoloshko8542]

thank you so much for everything you do for Ukrainian children and your support and help, you are incredible ❤️❤️❤️

[@YAGP]

❤️❤️❤️ You might also enjoy these videos of dancers from Ukraine performing on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXqkg2SafJKeqqs , kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5rdh5SwqtuBetk

[@jazleyfaith]

the woman, the myth, the legend 💖✨

[@YAGP]

Glad you enjoyed the interview with these two lovely ladies! 💖 We think you might also enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqPIm5qdibmrbNE , kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYbTlH-Kipx3oJI

[@jazleyfaith]

@@YAGP lol yes i edited them ;) i sure hope people enjoy them!

[@allaskorenka4273]

Thank you so much ❤️🇺🇦😘

[@YAGP]

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[@magicdance4408]

Super ❤Larissa❤👏🫶😍

[@YAGP]

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[@balletmeli]

Wonderful interview

[@YAGP]

We're glad you enjoyed the interview! If you like this video, you may also enjoy these videos on our channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYbTlH-Kipx3oJI , kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqPIm5qdibmrbNE

[@balletmeli]

@@YAGP thank you

[@callabeth258]

I only started ballet in my adulthood, but im a lifelong highland dancer… and one thing my great-aunt says who was until recently a highland teacher and adjudicator always said is ïts not a first past the post sport”meaning like Larissa said dance is subjective, yes in highland we have slightly more structure than most competitive dance forms with set steps and judging guidelines, but even then some judges prefer stronger more athletic dancers and others prefer softer more balletic dancers… and that’s ok!

[@YAGP]

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[@evangelinapancoteelias3591]

🤗

[@YAGP]

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[@sumip2727]

Slay

[@YAGP]

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[@Laura-mi3nv]

Larissa, tell us about those shoes.