Jennifer, I don't really think I'm that brave. I'm not presenting myself as female in class, and I'm not doing anything than many male ballet dancers haven't already done. I think it's actually braver for a straight, non-CD, boy to take up ballet despite the stigma of it being "girly." The tights and learning to move just like the ladies (at least in beginner classes; in advanced classes males begin to learn different techniques) are benefits for me; but would pose obstacles for many prospective male dancers. Furthermore, could you imagine the teasing male tweens and teens get from their peers when they choose to take serious dance lessons? I think any such boy is much braver than I.Originally Posted by jenifer m.
