Dance magazine for adult students

Dance newsletter for adult dance students

�Blue Diamond Newsletter
��Coaching you to reach your fullest potential as an adult ballet student
Update for Subscribers � More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Newsletter Testimonials � Blue Diamond Store

The Blue Diamond newsletter is the only publication geared exclusively toward the serious adult dance student. You won't find articles on folkdance, ballroom, swing, or New Age dance. Just pointed, specific, technical information on how adult beginners can become great dancers -- specifically focusing on ballet, but occasionally touching on other forms of dance you may be studying.
Getting the information you really want
This website gives me a unique ability to get instant feedback from subscribers. I stay in touch with subscribers via e-mail, and they can also e-mail me with questions at any time. That way, you get content tailored to your needs: Whatever most people want to know is what I write for the next issue. Then, of course, you receive the actual newsletter by mail.
Everything in the newsletter is researched and written by me, a former newspaper features writer (who knows how to do her research). I started out as (and I guess I still am) an obsessed adult ballet student, and grew into a swan (or at least a performing dancer who actually gets paid). For more about moi, click here.
The newsletter also gives subscribers access to many special "subscribers only" pages on the website, featuring additional articles, such as my ballet video reviews, news of adult ballet summer workshops, tips on remembering combinations in class, and more. Subscribing is the only way to gain access to new material on the website, since I write new pages each month with special URLs for subscribers only.
More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Newsletter Testimonials � Blue Diamond Store
So, what's the deal?
A subscription to The Blue Diamond (6 issues) is $40 a year ($50 international). That's less than the cost of a leotard and tights, so I believe it's a great value. Where else will you learn -- from a fellow adult dancer who has been there before you -- how to achieve turnout, how to increase your energy and flexibility without adding hours to your daily routine, how to work on technique and expression simultaneously, and much more. And remember, you receive more than the newsletter itself, you also gain exclusive access to many areas on this website that the casual visitor never sees.

Blue Diamond Newsletter: 8 1/2" x 11", 6 pages per issue! Our ninth issue (Vol. 1, Number 3) is out to subscribers now. So, you can begin with the newest issue at the $40 ($50 international) subscription price, or get the original seven issues #1-8 as well for an additional $26. So for the $66 price ($76 international) you get the first nine issues right away, with the next five to come throughout the year.
More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Newsletter Testimonials � Blue Diamond Store
Here's what's in the original eight issues, plus the new one:
Issue #1: How to Achieve Turnout as an Adult
Issue #2: The Dancer's Diet: Lose 10-20 pounds while building energy
Issue #3: How to Pirouette: Step-by-step secrets, plus Adults on Pointe (Yes you can!)
Issue #4: The Power of Pli�: Instantly improve every move you make
Issue #5: Your Questions Answered: Improving your extension, achieving the 180� pench�e, correcting upper body alignment, and more
Issue #6: Performance Opportunities for Adult Dance Students
Issue #7: Body Placement Update: What I've been learning from Athletico, dance physical therapists who work with The Joffrey Ballet. Includes lower abdominal exercises, ballet training (adults vs. kids), and much more
Issue #8: Advanced Abs: advanced abdominal exercises (building on those in issue #7, exercises/concepts for keeping the ribs held, adults in dance competitions
Issue #9: Injuries and the Older Dancer: injury prevention plus some quick fixes to keep you going during rehearsals/performances, the inner thigh connection with exercises to get in touch with these important muscles, coaching for those having difficulty with my abs exercises, yoga props to aid in stretching, and more
And, just to give a peek into the future, Issue #10 will carry on the theme of this year by connecting the strength we've been developing in lower abs and inner thighs, focusing on a strong core/center in motion and turnout. After that, we'll move on to the rotators, glutes and so forth, until the whole body is connected up and in peak condition to excel in ballet.
If you're already convinced, click here to go to the Blue Diamond Store and order the newsletter. If not, here are a few recent testimonials. For lots more unsolicited testimonials, click here!
I just received this note the other day from subscriber Jeana Smith:
"Received your newsletters and shirt in the mail today. Thank you very much. Of course I immediately had to skim everything. Although I am particularly interested in advice on technique, the article on older dancers and their performances was truly inspiring. Also, thanks for punching the pages. The personal touch is greatly appreciated and seldom seen these days."
From Pamela Goodlow:
"I've been enjoying reading the back issues of the newsletters. I see that they will prove invaluable to me! I just turned 45 years old and began taking my first ballet class in September . . . I find the ballet lessons incredibly fascinating (and very, VERY challenging)! Thanks so much for creating a forum for all of us out here who've decided in our manic adult years to pursue our dance dreams, and finding out that we're not alone."
From Catherine Laurier:
"I've enjoyed every single newsletter. I'm amazed how much valuable information you cram into such a small space. I also like the way you weave in your own experiences. That makes everything seem so real to me, and gives me the encouragement of a real live person, and lets me know I'm not alone in what I go through. I have really enjoyed your clear explanations of technique. Also enjoy the articles that give encouragement to us adult who might want to dare consider performing."
From Mary Jennings:
"I love your newsletters. I read them and then pass them among the members of my dance group (ages 40-60). We live in the "boonies" . . . and have no formal instruction unless we go somewhere or have someone come to us to do a workshop, so your newsletters are especially useful. What a wonderful resource. Thanks!"
More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Newsletter Testimonials � Blue Diamond Store
George Janca writes:
"Rosetta, for the past year and one-half of receiving them, the newsletters have all been wonderful and I have retained each one for reference and inspiration."
Leah Stewart says:
"I've only been back in class for a few months so I'm at that beginner's stage where I swing wildly from 'I can do this' feelings to 'I should give up now' feelings. I need fortitude and inspiration to keep me moving forward. Thanks for the website and the newsletter! And I LOVE my t-shirt -- even if my boyfriend still doesn't understand why I think it's so funny!"
Lorna Murdock says:
"[I've enjoyed most] the [newsletter] issues that addressed strengthening of core and abs and psoas. It's finally all falling into place for me, thanks in large part to your helpful hints and exercises."
Here's what Suzan Wescott, wrote in an e-mail:
"I wanted to advise you of my new address so that I don't dare miss an issue of your fabulous newsletter. Keep up the great work!"
To read more testimonials, click here. To visit our secure-site online store, where you can subscribe to the newsletter (or just browse our collection of ballet CDs, t-shirts, and much more, click here.
Return to Blue Diamond homepage.

Our youngest subscriber: 14. Our oldest subscriber: 58 (though there may be a few even more senior, who prefer to remain incognito!).

Blue Diamond goes out across the continental US, but also finds a home in the hands of dancers in Australia, Belgium, Canada, England, France, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, and Wales.

Subscribers are now performing in local ballet companies, studio recitals, conventions, and competitions.

There is a place for you in dance, whether you're any good or not, whether you ever get a moment onstage or if your concert is in your heart only.

�Blue Diamond Newsletter ��Coaching you to reach your fullest potential as an adult ballet student
Update for Subscribers � More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Newsletter Testimonials � Blue Diamond Store
The Blue Diamond newsletter is the only publication geared exclusively toward the serious adult dance student. You won't find articles on folkdance, ballroom, swing, or New Age dance. Just pointed, specific, technical information on how adult beginners can become great dancers -- specifically focusing on ballet, but occasionally touching on other forms of dance you may be studying.
Getting the information you really want This website gives me a unique ability to get instant feedback from subscribers. I stay in touch with subscribers via e-mail, and they can also e-mail me with questions at any time. That way, you get content tailored to your needs: Whatever most people want to know is what I write for the next issue. Then, of course, you receive the actual newsletter by mail. Everything in the newsletter is researched and written by me, a former newspaper features writer (who knows how to do her research). I started out as (and I guess I still am) an obsessed adult ballet student, and grew into a swan (or at least a performing dancer who actually gets paid). For more about moi, click here. The newsletter also gives subscribers access to many special "subscribers only" pages on the website, featuring additional articles, such as my ballet video reviews, news of adult ballet summer workshops, tips on remembering combinations in class, and more. Subscribing is the only way to gain access to new material on the website, since I write new pages each month with special URLs for subscribers only. More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Newsletter Testimonials � Blue Diamond Store So, what's the deal? A subscription to The Blue Diamond (6 issues) is $40 a year ($50 international). That's less than the cost of a leotard and tights, so I believe it's a great value. Where else will you learn -- from a fellow adult dancer who has been there before you -- how to achieve turnout, how to increase your energy and flexibility without adding hours to your daily routine, how to work on technique and expression simultaneously, and much more. And remember, you receive more than the newsletter itself, you also gain exclusive access to many areas on this website that the casual visitor never sees.
Blue Diamond Newsletter: 8 1/2" x 11", 6 pages per issue! Our ninth issue (Vol. 1, Number 3) is out to subscribers now. So, you can begin with the newest issue at the $40 ($50 international) subscription price, or get the original seven issues #1-8 as well for an additional $26. So for the $66 price ($76 international) you get the first nine issues right away, with the next five to come throughout the year. More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Newsletter Testimonials � Blue Diamond Store Here's what's in the original eight issues, plus the new one: Issue #1: How to Achieve Turnout as an Adult Issue #2: The Dancer's Diet: Lose 10-20 pounds while building energy Issue #3: How to Pirouette: Step-by-step secrets, plus Adults on Pointe (Yes you can!) Issue #4: The Power of Pli�: Instantly improve every move you make Issue #5: Your Questions Answered: Improving your extension, achieving the 180� pench�e, correcting upper body alignment, and more Issue #6: Performance Opportunities for Adult Dance Students Issue #7: Body Placement Update: What I've been learning from Athletico, dance physical therapists who work with The Joffrey Ballet. Includes lower abdominal exercises, ballet training (adults vs. kids), and much more Issue #8: Advanced Abs: advanced abdominal exercises (building on those in issue #7, exercises/concepts for keeping the ribs held, adults in dance competitions Issue #9: Injuries and the Older Dancer: injury prevention plus some quick fixes to keep you going during rehearsals/performances, the inner thigh connection with exercises to get in touch with these important muscles, coaching for those having difficulty with my abs exercises, yoga props to aid in stretching, and more And, just to give a peek into the future, Issue #10 will carry on the theme of this year by connecting the strength we've been developing in lower abs and inner thighs, focusing on a strong core/center in motion and turnout. After that, we'll move on to the rotators, glutes and so forth, until the whole body is connected up and in peak condition to excel in ballet.
If you're already convinced, click here to go to the Blue Diamond Store and order the newsletter. If not, here are a few recent testimonials. For lots more unsolicited testimonials, click here! I just received this note the other day from subscriber Jeana Smith: "Received your newsletters and shirt in the mail today. Thank you very much. Of course I immediately had to skim everything. Although I am particularly interested in advice on technique, the article on older dancers and their performances was truly inspiring. Also, thanks for punching the pages. The personal touch is greatly appreciated and seldom seen these days." From Pamela Goodlow: "I've been enjoying reading the back issues of the newsletters. I see that they will prove invaluable to me! I just turned 45 years old and began taking my first ballet class in September . . . I find the ballet lessons incredibly fascinating (and very, VERY challenging)! Thanks so much for creating a forum for all of us out here who've decided in our manic adult years to pursue our dance dreams, and finding out that we're not alone." From Catherine Laurier: "I've enjoyed every single newsletter. I'm amazed how much valuable information you cram into such a small space. I also like the way you weave in your own experiences. That makes everything seem so real to me, and gives me the encouragement of a real live person, and lets me know I'm not alone in what I go through. I have really enjoyed your clear explanations of technique. Also enjoy the articles that give encouragement to us adult who might want to dare consider performing." From Mary Jennings: "I love your newsletters. I read them and then pass them among the members of my dance group (ages 40-60). We live in the "boonies" . . . and have no formal instruction unless we go somewhere or have someone come to us to do a workshop, so your newsletters are especially useful. What a wonderful resource. Thanks!" More About Rosetta � Sign Me Up Now! � Newsletter Testimonials � Blue Diamond Store George Janca writes: "Rosetta, for the past year and one-half of receiving them, the newsletters have all been wonderful and I have retained each one for reference and inspiration." Leah Stewart says: "I've only been back in class for a few months so I'm at that beginner's stage where I swing wildly from 'I can do this' feelings to 'I should give up now' feelings. I need fortitude and inspiration to keep me moving forward. Thanks for the website and the newsletter! And I LOVE my t-shirt -- even if my boyfriend still doesn't understand why I think it's so funny!" Lorna Murdock says: "[I've enjoyed most] the [newsletter] issues that addressed strengthening of core and abs and psoas. It's finally all falling into place for me, thanks in large part to your helpful hints and exercises." Here's what Suzan Wescott, wrote in an e-mail: "I wanted to advise you of my new address so that I don't dare miss an issue of your fabulous newsletter. Keep up the great work!" To read more testimonials, click here. To visit our secure-site online store, where you can subscribe to the newsletter (or just browse our collection of ballet CDs, t-shirts, and much more, click here. Return to Blue Diamond homepage.