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Date Posted: Friday, July 15, 10:38:03am
Author: more
Subject: A dancer that starts at age 23 is going to have a greater range of movement and ability to
In reply to: Aine 's message, "Re: I'd like to see adults doing slow speed hard shoe again" on Friday, July 08, 10:43:14am

take risks than one who starts at 50.

If you get to PC/OC, you're ready for it--That's the idea behind having four levels before it. Even if you start at 13, you still have to qualify through those levels. The 'fairness factor' there isn't really an issue--It's the same with any other competitive sport (soccer, gymnastics, etc.)--You qualify, you're in, skills valued over experience. But stick a 50 year old PW next to a 15 year old, and you'll sure as heck see a difference in what they can physically do. How many can put their clicks up over their heads? Physically easier when you're younger.

The system may be flawed, but it could be much worse. The adults have the option to go in with the &overs, as it should be. They should also have the option to opt out.

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But if they didnt have the chance to "opt out"... -- Aine, Saturday, July 16, 11:56:21am
- Yes! -- adult dancer, Monday, July 18, 07:55:19am
  - All of this is wonderful in theory however my teacher REFUSES to even consider letting us switch -- Dancin Mom, Thursday, July 21, 08:05:24am
    - I am in the same boat... -- adult dancer, Thursday, July 21, 10:06:46am
    - Re:teachers not letting adults dance andovers. -- Aine, Thursday, July 21, 03:11:35pm