As most people know, there are different ways of dancing that depend on the culture they originate from and the development they go through over the years. These special traits are reflected in the way the dancers move their bodies and the individual way they dance (their personal dance style).
Furthermore, there is one particular dance style that touched and still touches the lives of so many people and is known for the precise and controlled movement, the theatrical acts, and the technique that is close to perfection. Ballet dancing is an art in itself, and the best athletes in the world are trying to improve themselves every day to become recognizable names and faces in this business. It is known for needing hours and hours of consequent training and dedication in order to fulfill the state of perfection. A trained eye will see every foot that is not pointed, and the slightest malposition of the hands will be examined so that all imperfections can be eliminated.

The first appearance of ballet was in the 15th century in Italian Renaissance courts. Noblemen and ladies were leading a pompous lifestyle by celebrating big festivities like weddings. Of course, music plays a big role in events like these. For these spectacles, there were dance masters from whom the lords and ladies learned the first steps of the ballet. Ballet at the French Court was first supported in the 16th century by Catherine de Medici, who belonged to the Italian nobility since she was married to King Henry II of France. She was a notable supporter and enthusiast of this art form. The so-called “Ballet de Cour” was an initiative of hers that featured dance, poetry, décor, costumes, and music. The person who contributed to the popularization and standardization was King Louis XIV a century later.
Later, in the 19th century, the first classical ballets were created, like “The Nutcracker”, “Sleeping Beauty” and “Swan Lake”. From then to this day, there are many fans and enthusiasts of this elegant form of dancing.

Besides the graceful image that presents itself to the spectator, ballet has many more benefits for the dancer. Especially for children, it is a good way to get a feel for their own bodies. There is a great way to improve body posture since the position of the body is one of the elements of ballet. When dancing ballet, one will also learn how to move gracefully because the outside view is very important in the life of a ballet dancer. It also helps with physical coordination and linking the imagination of your brain with the movements of your body. Moreover, it strengthens almost all muscles of the body, but especially the ones located in the arms, legs, core, and back. Also, you learn what it means to have willpower and to focus on yourself and others for a longer time.

The impact ballet has on our lives is still big. It teaches us morals like good and evil since ballet acts contain a lot of educational storytelling. It can communicate feelings and transcend cultures and countries because there are no words needed to understand the meanings of the plays.

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