Grand Jete
My dance universe has gone a bit topsy-turvy in the last couple months, and it's left me with a lot to think on. A couple months ago, the intermediate/advanced ballet teacher subbed one of my beginner classes. She's an amazing teacher and had subbed for us in the past. I was pretty giddy when Ms. Susan said that I should start joining her intermediate ballet class on Saturday mornings. I'd been thinking about trying out the intermediate class for a while, but was always hesitant that I wouldn't be able to keep up. With the teacher's invitation secured, it was definitely time to make the leap (the Grand Jete, if you will...). I've taken about 4 or so intermediate classes now, and was pleasantly surprised that I can keep up with the majority of the barre work with no issues. (Excluding frappes. Seriously, frappes are the worst.) I even manage some of the combinations in center with a modest amount of grace. But man, sometimes the com...
