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Dancing Through Strife
After one year of dance, after performing and competing, I can safely say that it's one of the smartest decisions I've made in my life, and a great way to help deal with my anxiety.
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Metro Movement: A Home for the Dancer in You
Whether it’s to take up dancing professionally, get fit or just have a little fun, owners Phil and Kalie Nero promise all of that and much more at Metro Movement. On my three-minute walk from the Broadview station, I do a quick scan of my surroundings—cozy coffee shops, eye-catching salons, and your everyday food marts. Nestled in-between this thriving community is Metro Movement, a professional adult dance studio that first opened its doors in 1989. As I climb up the stairs to meet Phil Nero, the owner, I hear the notes of the piano from a room on the far end, followed by the excited chatter of dancers and…
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5 Tips on How to Start Ballet as an Adult
Have you ever watched a famous ballet performance—The Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, or Swan Lake—and wished that you had taken those ballet lessons when you were younger? Whether you’re 22 or 52, don’t let your age stop you from trying something new. Unsure where to find a beginners’ class? Check online or call your local dance studio. If you really have no idea and you’re in the Toronto area, Canada’s National Ballet School has adult classes you can sign up for. Ballet is as much an exercise of your mind as it is of your body Pull up, turn out, keep your shoulders down, point your toes, and remember the exercise.…
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Stay in the Groove!
Playlists to Keep Your Legs Moving By Jessica Herrington Whether you’re a seasoned runner or an eager beginner, you might need a little boost here and there when it comes to giving it your all in a run. Winter is a time I find it especially hard to get moving. Thankfully, music can be a powerful motivator and performance enhancer; the right tune can be just what I need to push myself hard for those last 60 seconds. I’ve included two playlists—one for those who are partial to pop, dance, or hip-hop (provided by fellow runner Stephanie Chow), and one for those (like me) who like metal, rock and alternative.…
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Dance to the Stars
COBA dancer earns her big break early to secure a career in her dream job.
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Indulging Your Inner Artist
Lessons offered on the Danforth and around the city to help flex your right brain.
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Pina
How a whimsical film showcases a family built by their choreographer.
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Flexible Fitness
In the Danforth area, it is only a short walk or jog away to the nearest facility to get your fitness fix.
