MY FIRST WEEK AS A BALLET TRAINEE

[@esmereldak8418]

i cant believe you do all this scary new stuff and stay positive the whole time!

[@dancingwithmackenzie]

surprisingly it hasnt been hard to stay positive… yet! 🤣 its been a really great few weeks here so far :)

[@eduardasartorio8932]

@@dancingwithmackenzie hiii Mack, how is it going? Hope you’re doing great!! I’m a Brazilian subscriber of you since 2020 (I believe) and I’m currently a pre-pro ballet dancer! Ik it sounds a little bit inappropriate but may I ask if you’re paid for being a trainee in the company you’re currently dancing with? It’s because I’m looking up for some companies to audition for and I wanted to give it a try for this one! I hope you feel to answer this type of question (it will definitely help me a lot) but if not it’s okay then… Stay safe! ♥️

[@Areen_essa]

As a ballet student I actually have asthma it’s hard for me to do all dances fast I believe in my self and the asthma went when I was 5 I started dancing!

[@ziyle5238]

I'm so exited for all the ballet content to come and like am so happy for her, this is such a great step/start to her career

[@ajogoz]

I can really see the happiness and calm in your eyes now that you’re on to the next stage in your journey. Obviously training with a company, work will be a priority and none of us are expecting intricate vlogs, much less filming class. So so so happy for you!

[@rebekahnewman3876]

It is so crazy to see you in the studio I first learned ballet in through their adult dance program ❤️❤️

[@anne-sofie546]

Could you do a video on, what exactly a ballet trainee does? Do you get paid? Or is it like an internship? What is the proces like? How long will you be there? What will you be doing?

[@maddymil2519]

I am probably wrong, but I don’t think ballet trainees get paid. Like she said earlier in the video, she was going to do some work.

[@alialr5339]

I'm also a ballet trainee and in my country we don't get paid. We have to pay a lot of school fees.

[@jenlouise1831]

Proud simply doesn’t cut it! Your growth has been so insane, and watching you get better and better has been such a privilege! Good luck with this next chapter in your dance career and I think I speak for everyone when I say I have the most confidence that you will go on and excel at everything you do. Sending love and hugs from the UK ❤️

[@starsupontheland]

You were one of the first KZbinrs I watched when I was just figuring out I wanted to be professional in ballet (I'm a late starter). It's been so incredible watching your amazing journey. I'm a couple years younger than you and I'm far behind you in terms of technique (I started pointe a few months ago), but I hope eventually I'll be able to dance in a company.

[@emilybruhn3069]

I would love to hear about how being a trainee works and when you will be a member of the company if that makes sense? Love your videos! Newly subscribed!

[@MariaRevArt]

I think the training programme thing is for a year. If I remember correctly she pla mns to use the time to decide if she definitely wants to pursue ballet professionally or not.

[@sarahhadd7716]

so so proud of you mackenzie!! you’re such an inspiring dancer and you’re literally goals! thank you for sharing your dance journey with us! it’s been an honor and i hope your dance career goes far! good luck in this next chapter of your life!! love you!!!❤️

[@olivegreenwell6752]

I have been subscribed to Mack for a year maybe two now???? So proud of you Mack!!!! You’ve done an amazing job. It really isn’t half as easy as you make it look and so many dont make it.loved this vlog but if you could film more that would be great because i feel like we really didn’t see much.

[@dancingwithmackenzie]

Thank you 💗💗 were not allowed to film class or rehearsal so thats why its a bit hard to vlog :)

[@lunajara8185]

I have an labrum injury and I can't dance sence February, I hope be aveable to return on October, I have been pretty sad but watch your videos rlly make me fell so motivated and excited about ballet, tnks💕💕

[@gone8552]

awe that’s awful! stay positive and i wish you good luck with your recovery!

[@lunajara8185]

@@gone8552 omg thanks!!💗

[@brennadowney927]

I'm so sorry! I know how awful that is because one of my good friends had to get surgery on her labrum on her left hip, and may have to get the other one done too. :-( Stay strong!! I hope you recover well!

[@gone8552]

@@lunajara8185 ofc!

[@Kyana.]

So excited for you!! I love your videos even though I haven’t been dancing since I was little you’ve inspire me to pursue my dream of learning how to do ballet💗

[@rjwizard6833]

here’s a small piece of advice my ballet teacher gave me- never doubt yourself, if you weren’t meant to be here you wouldn’t be here

[@kellygirls9237]

I love this why didn’t ur comment blow up

[@nadiabarmasse5294]

I'm so happy your first week went well 💕 I can't wait to see your next video 💕

[@ella-maealmond8753]

i'm so proud of how far you've come, i've watched you for ages and you've been such an inspiration to me as a dancer. this is such a huge thing and i'm so happy for you!!

[@EricPoor1]

We definitely need a what you eat in the week for some great vegan foods/recipes :) 💜

[@annasheldon6849]

I love your videos soooo much! I’m a dancer that just started pointe and your videos are so inspiring! 😊

[@kahlinas_boutique9140]

Me too I just started pointe as well !!

[@anav.m.6903]

I'm so happy for youuu omg!!

[@brennadowney927]

Absolutely loved this vlog! The amount of footage was perfect! Would love to see more of these types of videos. Also, what you eat in a day, recovery routine, etc.

[@mzfrizzle1794]

I feel so invested in your dance journey!

[@lluej]

You’re so beautiful 💕. And I’m sooooo happy for you!! Can’t wait for the future videos!

[@flaviafoti231]

have you ever considered styling your hair as curly? because based on that first clip I think that may be your texture (I have curly hair myself) 😊

[@eduardasartorio8932]

Curly? Her hair seems to be wavy (which is not the same thing)… It doesn’t look even like a 3A (my natural hair is curly btw)!

[@mariavictoriamolleja5374]

@@eduardasartorio8932 waves are a type of curl, just a really loose one

[@flaviafoti231]

@@eduardasartorio8932 yes sorry I meant in the curly range (?) not straight for surr

[@jazzbebe666]

Well done for getting through the first week! It's hard regardless of what (multi-lingual IT Support but hobbiest ballet dancer). Would love to hear more about class and how the whole trainee thing works (and natch more sneaky dancing vifs 😁) Well done you! 😘

[@angeladanovi391]

Great vlog. Great job. I think you're in a unique situation of telling your story that is the transition from student to hopefully fully professional. So keep going.

[@ImmortalHDizzle]

congratulations!!!! I can't even imagine how accomplished you feel, hopefully very very. you are VERY talented 💗

[@lovestaytiny9210]

So I'm trying to get my Pointe shoes and it's really hard. I don't have enough ankle strength or turnout. I support you kenzie for enduring through everything. Their are many potholes and bumps in the dance world and sometimes we can be headed for a real wheelbuster but you have just kept on going! I hope I can be like you someday. I'll continue to always love and support you.❤

[@gemma7185]

Could u do a basic bun tutorial bc your buns are always soo good and I need to learn your ways for class lolll 💓

[@SensationallySilky]

Found you bc of ballet TikTok compilations. Stayed bc you're very interesting to watch. I saw your vid for your company auditions yesterday and this popped today. Congrats!!!

[@lyfewithdj2258]

Congrats on getting into Grand Rapids Ballet School!🎉🎉🎉💜💜💜

[@samalanyman8000]

Literally so so proud of you, and how much you have grown! So excited for you ❤️

[@aestheticart1100]

Can you do a tutorial on how to do an a la seconde because I'm struggling with them so much. Love you Mackenzie!❤️❤️ plz help😂😂

[@teganbracewell]

I remember your first video… so amazing how far you’ve come

[@lauraburgess5686]

ive been watching for a while, i'm so proud of you!! i was a dancer once upon a time :)

[@ximshdz]

this girl is living my dream

[@tammystiletto]

I just love the vlogs, they’re motivating! So excited for you, go gurl!!

[@andriesroux3685]

It is just the beginning of your life journey to become one off the best

[@sbudke8607]

I get to get my first pair of pointe shoes I’m going into a pre pointe class starting this next week to make sure I’m ready I’m so hyped

[@jettwashed]

this is so exciting!!!! so proud of you

[@jilliansmaniotto2326]

DOMS - delayed onset muscle soreness. used to wipe me OUT during my first week back in the pool/weight room on campus during my college swimming days.

[@nautilusvitae9870]

I love your color skyn... your eyes and your hair!!!

[@madisoncox8002]

as a trainee, how many hours in a normal day do you typically dance?

[@mostly_chaos]

This makes me wanna get back into ballet but I still need to find a place to go to!

[@catherinehalloween]

Hey girl stay strong, I actually found your profile on the ballet company's website! You look amazing and keep dancing!

[@faithruhren7416]

Could you do a video with your roommate? Loved this video!

[@soph5273]

What product do you use when you do your bun? Hair gel?

[@EMMERZ.CRAIG08]

I need help! I just moved up to a new grade and everyone seems to be very friendly and comfortable with each other I am one of the only ones who moved up and I've been in this grade for like two months and I have made no progress and I'm to shy go make the first move what do I do??😣

[@BetteDavis19]

hey! for those of us who are also moving or going to college for the first time, how do you deal with like loneliness and living alone/away from your family?

[@nicolelorrayne2436]

i’ve been living on my own for 2 years now and what really helps is building a community in your new place! like at college, join a club or just introduce yourself to people on campus. if just moving, go to a coffee shop or find something you’re interested in (for example, if you dance, find an adult dance class and introduce yourself to others) you will get homesick but not as often. hope this helps❤️

[@daisyangelika6181]

Your such an amazing ballet dancer 💗💗😍

[@natashaviilo]

omg i live in grand rapids and i’m also a dancer! congratulations beautiful!!! 🥰🥰❤️

[@nogacohen8249]

You so cute and positive I love to watch your videos🥰

[@laylataha4202]

I am a beginner ballerina can you make a video for beginners

[@sophiabeeson9952]

BABABAHAHAHA MACKENZIE CRACKING HER BACK IM DYING😂😂😂😂🤣

[@22_leahjoyce]

mackenzie! luve U! I had a dream about you the other night, and I met you, I was so excited! thanks for the video! it was great and you did so well on your first week. I am so happy for you! :)

[@jolielabarge8944]

Welcome to Michigan!!!! Wishing you the best of luck ❤️ you’ll do amazing things :)

[@arianacalvillo8940]

Hey kenzie! I'm 12 years old and I've been dancing for 6 years. Watching u is so inspiring ❤💖💗 I hope one day I'll be as good as u! 🩰🦋🩰🦋🩰🦋 (BTW I'm on my dad's account)

[@ronaldmills4054]

She can do all that because she is a professional.

[@stewartmayes3241]

Love your hair, you are beautiful,pleased you enjoyed your first week, look forward to seeing you dancing,😍xxx

[@cheese4life69yearsago8]

Where did you buy those sunglasses you were wearing at the beach?❤️

[@secretballetcoach]

Very cool! Congratulations!

[@yuna8648]

I started ballet just like 1 weeks ago and im 18. People keep tell me that " how dare u?" "U r too old" "that's scary" "u must have an extra flexibility". And i will still practicing and i'll get everything that i want. Thanks, u r inspiring me❤️🕊️

[@zeynepagyurt5926]

honestly, don't listen to what people are saying. there isn't a rule on what age you should do ballet

[@bgirlvrock]

I forgot his name but my professor in dance 101 said there was a guy that started ballet at age 22 and he's a professional dancer. I feel like it's not an old age at all. I support you!!

[@freyjarogenes9676]

I'm going to Idyllwild Arts Academy as a dance major to study ballet for high school and one thing I'm worried about is not auditioning for different companies like studio company or training divisions to get in to companies if that makes sense how did you become a trainee without going to their school before?

[@ggracelii]

you can send in video auditions to pretty much any school/company! and you can film them at your high school :)

[@madisonhoman4893]

How have you been liking Grand rapids Ballet so far?

[@geenamoore8013]

What do you put in your hair (gel, etc.) to help keep it back in the bun?🙂

[@kritee]

We usually use hair pins and a hair net and some people use hair gel too

[@graceofspades48]

@@kritee don’t forget hairspray

[@arym_e]

Hi can you do a video on how you can improve your turnout?

[@abbyl5116]

Mackenzie why’d you leave City dance. We miss you ❤️

[@dancingwithmackenzie]

I have to pursue my career!!❤️

[@lisahumphries3898]

Good for you! Of course it’s hard, you’re in training! You’re not supposed to be able to do everything perfectly the first time. Take this time to train your body and mind to be a focused athlete.

[@thecrazycs3052]

video idea: hair tutorial

[@anna-ko9qk]

where is your wall art from? its so cuuute

[@anthonybaez52]

Nice one

[@thatgirl9937]

I love your videos

[@talahalnajdi8994]

what mascara do you use

[@jolanmariavarga3830]

Hi Mackenzie, you're so awesome as always 💖 I've a question: why don't you wear your own designed leos to classes? They seem so nice

[@lilyszczembara473]

I saw a post they made and I saw you!

[@poppythepiggy8228]

Omygosh yessss ❤️

[@kathymyers7279]

Omg that apartment is beautiful! Will we see your roommate?

[@miketsakonas6460]

Great!

[@amaiers4861]

i squealed when i saw this video!

[@christianpedersen8354]

Is your room mate also a member of the company as well?

[@dancingwithmackenzie]

Yes:)

[@schmeat2717]

Do you have a roommate? You keep saying we ?

[@maggieg5451]

you should make your leotards in burgundy I would definitely buy one!

[@bellaenpointe]

Does anyone else want to know what Squishmallows she has? I keep seeing them behind her lol

[@ellacortese6583]

I think yumiko leotards are so cute, but I will never understand why someone would buy a $100 BLACK cami yumiko…. Like I could get the exact same Leo on discount dance for 20 bucks. Personally, I would buy a more fun colored one for the price

[@dancingwithmackenzie]

The one i have is dark green and it was only like 70

[@anthonybaez52]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@JewelBelleLove]

💖❤💖❤

[@freidamarie9109]

Where r ur trash bag shorts from? x

[@laylataha4202]

12 seconds ago wow

[@tessakimberly8138]

HOW DOES 12 YEAR OLD ME DANCE 5 HOURS A DAY 6 DAYS A WEEK AND UR A PROFESSIONAL AND I DANCE MORE THAN U😱😭

[@dancingwithmackenzie]

Since its the start of the season we don’t have a super big production coming up so theres really no point in overworking your body. I will say when youre training you’ll take lots more classes but as you get older you have to work smarter not harder to ensure you have a long healthy career!

[@tessakimberly8138]

Ahhhh Omg u actually replied 😱❤️

[@luciaesperatti971]

i feel that she is not happy

[@dancingwithmackenzie]

I am 😊 some of the clips were super early in the morning so i didnt seem very excited 😂

[@luciaesperatti971]

@@dancingwithmackenzie I'm glad, successes darling🥰

[@laylataha4202]

Omg first omh

[@olivia-vx5sb]

second :)

[@laylataha4202]

First

[@ImmortalHDizzle]

yay it's fun to see someone else crack their back so casually haha 🤍 I get called a damn weirdo