Generally, these dancers begin ballet by age 8 (10 at the latest) in order to dance en pointe (for the girls) by age 12 or 13. Then, the dancer would ideally become a member of a ballet company at age 18.

Can you be a ballerina at 21?

There are probably adult classes in your area, or if you dont mind kids, a lot of studios are perfectly willing to let you take a kids class. It is absolutely possible to become good at it starting at 21. You wont go pro, but thats not your goal.

Can you become a ballerina at 19?

Ballet can be practiced and enjoyed at any age! As long as you are reasonably fit and have no major problems in your back, feet, or knees, it is absolutely possible to become a ballet dancer. It is also possible to learn to dance in pointe shoes.

Can I be a ballerina at 20?

Ballet isnt just for kids, or even teenagers and young, fit, working adults. Everyone knows ballet is very hard. Dont worry or be discouraged if you dont get a step on the first try. Remember, professional dancers who have been dancing for 20 or 30 years do the same steps every single day that you do.