The Butterfly Blog

As the final curtain descends on another year, it's the perfect time to don our metaphorical tutus and take a graceful bow, not just to the passing months but to...

If you are an adult dancer you are probably in a class which is mostly, if not all, women. Some of us are returning to ballet after a break, which...

Following on from our previous blog in which we examined Studio Fright, now we turn to one of the hurdles which can be an important contributor to anxiety - our...

We've all been there; you've practised at home until you're foot perfect but when the moment comes to do it in class, it goes wrong. It's SO frustrating! The ballet...

  At Butterfly, one of our core values is INCLUSIVITY . In previous blogs we have looked at how ballet can be beneficial for all bodies at every age and stage...

The idea of ballet ruling the world may sound like we're suffering from post-pirouette delirium, but bear with us.  As anyone who dances knows, ballet is so much more than...

To state the obvious, the feet and ankles are absolutely vital to ballet dancers. They serve as the foundation upon which the entire art form is built. The intricate movements,...

As dancers we understand that ballet is a dance form that demands both grace and strength, requiring precise control and alignment of the body. While ballet is often associated with its aesthetic beauty, it also offers significant benefits for the pelvic floor.

The practice of ballet has a profound effect on muscle development and maintenance, shaping the bodies of professional dancers into strong, lean and sculpted forms. In this blog, we will explore the transformative impact of ballet on all bodies, not just the professionals, and consider how the practice of ballet contributes to overall muscle health. 

As those of us who dance, at any and every level, know, ballet is not only an art form of grace and beauty but also a physically demanding discipline. The unique combination of weight-bearing movements, jumps, and turns places significant stress on the skeletal system which offers a multitude of benefits for bone health, including the prevention of osteoporosis.

In this blog, we are delving into the fascinating relationship between ballet and the brain, exploring how the practice of ballet can enhance cognitive abilities, improve neural connectivity, and promote neuroplasticity. 

In this blog, we will delve into the profound joys of dancing into old age, exploring the physical, emotional, and social rewards that this timeless art form offers.