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Ex-Ballet Dancer Builds Successful Online Business

The strength, discipline and passion that is necessary to become a respected and loved ballerina, also happens to translate well into what is required of a savvy entrepreneur. While it may not be the first thing to pop into your head regarding professional dancers, this ex-ballet dancer builds successful online...

Ballet for Health and Longevity

Have you noticed that ballerinas or serious ballet students look younger than their actual age? All that exercise seems to keep them youthful. Muriel, from Kings Langely in the UK, has known the benefits of ballet for health and longevity: she’s just turned 107. A former ballet teacher from Kings...

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"Ballet was never just a set of physical exercises or positions.
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