It’s no secret that a professional dancer is one of the most challenging yet rewarding journeys one can undertake. It involves countless hours of rigorous training, endless corrections and the pressure to reach a high standard within a narrow timeframe — all while still growing and developing physically and mentally.  In our fifth Beyond Stretching […]

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Hydration is important, so let’s break down the most common challenges and find solutions. According to Dietitians Australia, dehydration can affect “heart rate, body temperature, dizziness, fatigue, constipation, poor skin and muscle cramping” (1). According to leading American sports dietitian Dan Benardot PhD, RD, “As little as a two percent drop in body water results […]

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In the captivating world of dance, our journey towards mastery often mirrors the great feats of aviation pioneers. Picture yourself in the shoes of Santos-Dumont or the Wright brothers, facing the monumental challenge of crafting vessels “lighter than air” capable of soaring amidst the clouds. Their breakthroughs revolutionised human flight, shaping the way we traverse […]

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The holidays are upon us, and for many dancers, that means a break in terms of schedule and dancing. That break can be welcome, but we do want to come back in the new year feeling healthy and strong still. Here are Dance Informa’s top 10 holiday dos and don’ts for keeping the body healthy. […]

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Welcome to this issue’s Beyond Stretching column with Zac Jones from Heal Yourself and Move! In part two, we will be sharing strategies to help dancers safely maintain their range of motion and extensions over the Christmas break.  Dancers often encounter challenges in maintaining peak physical condition during holiday breaks, where the notion of rest may inadvertently lead […]

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They’re delicious, they’re sweet, they’re beautifully blue, and easy to pack as a quick and easy snack. But did you know that adding blueberries to your diet could help you become a more focused and successful dancer? Blueberries are high in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. These nutrients can have various health benefits that can help […]

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A big convention weekend is like a little dance oasis – you’re dancing all day long, learning new choreography, trying new styles and bonding with your dance pals. But this all-day dancing requires a lot of energy! So leading up to an event like the highly anticipated Energetiks Victorian Dance Festival (VDF), you’ll want to […]

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The summer holidays are about to start, and the weather is heating up. It’s always important to soak in the slower summer days and give yourself a break during the holidays. But this year especially, after such a tough year of COVID restrictions and ups and downs, we all deserve it! Plus, the summer break […]

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Queensland Ballet’s Community Engagement team is once again proud to host the popular Mind, Body, Ballet event on Saturday 7 August. Now in its fifth year, this flagship health and well-being experience has been expanded in 2021 to a broader group of dancers, including an already sold-out Seniors group, and Ballet Boys group. Mind, Body, […]

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Sunny, warm beach days are in the past, and winter is upon us! While winter certainly can be fun (cute beanies and hot chocolate, anyone?), as a dancer, being cold is…not cool! So make sure you take care of your body – from head to toe – during these months of frigid temperatures with these […]

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