Ballet body?

Question:I have ben dancing for 9 years I am 13 years old. I am on pointe, I way 128pounds (58.5 kg) and am 5.9 ( 173cm) and my BMI is 18.7
so based on thouse facts I want to know what my chances are in a ballet company some day.
Thanks for anwserws

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: I have ben dancing for 9 years I am 13 years old. I am on pointe, I way 128pounds (58.5 kg) and am 5.9 ( 173cm) and my BMI is 18.7
so based on thouse facts I want to know what my chances are in a ballet company some day.
Thanks for anwserws

This is at least the 2nd time you've asked this question - Don't worry so much about your size....you are probably done growing by now. What matters is not the size of your body, but the size of your dancing talent - I'm sure you already know that. I know of professional ballerinas that range in height from 5' to 5' 11". Professional danseurs can all handle larger ballerinas. I have an acquaintence in a major metropolitan ballet company that is 6'4" and can partner larger ballerinas with ease. I (amateur dancer) partnered women 6' tall and heavier than you are. Body size/shape is only one (and its not a big one) factor in a dance career. The ideal dancer body is long legs, short torso, long neck, oval/heart-shaped face. Technique, line, extension, stage presence, partnering ability etc. all matter more. Generally, young women know - and trust me they will be told - that they have "what it takes" by the time they are 15. Usually the best impartial judges are the instructors that teach at the summer intensives sponsored by the ABT, Joffrey, Atlanta, Washington, Houston etc. etc. dance companies. These teachers are constantly on the lookout for new talent and will certainly let you and your parents and your local studio know if they think you have what it takes to go professional. Give yourself at least 2 more years....remember that ballerina competition is VERY intense. Thousands of young women try for dancer jobs and VERY few ever make it. Those that do usually face a relatively short low-paying career and fight constant battles with weight, injuries, competition and the artistic whims of dance company directors. All that being said, I wish you the best of luck (remember that luck is where preparation meets opportunity). One last thought, there is no better drug on Earth than the applause and cheering from an audience after you nailed a great solo.

You're the same height and weight as me :) except i'm 16

I think since having a tall and slim elegant body would be ideal for a ballet company.. :) just my opinion

you sound slightly on the thin side to me, but it is impossible to tell without seeing photos.

A ballet body is not just about height and weight. Turnout, flexibility, good feet, long limbs, etc play just as important parts.

I work for small ballet company and I see tons of very pretty skinny girls and very few quality dancers. Work hard on your strength, musicality, grace, memory, quickness, precision, keep your body in shape and there is no reason why you couldnt dance professionally some day.

girl - im 5'5 and i weigh like 60. and i was the best ballerina in my class. its not about weight. its about strength, flexibility and grace

Well it basically depends on what the company is looking for. also flexibility, strenght and quality of dance are all factors of making it in companies. If your a good dancer then you have a better chance. Body is considered after.

I looked up some healthy weight range charts and the majority of them showed your weight as being underweight. However, al ot of ballet companies want their dancers to be thin. Good luck!

it's not about what type of body you have or how much you wiegh, it's about your technique and ability. Try going to conventions and/or taking camps at companies. It will help:)