How a Fear of Dance Injury Can Be Paralyzing | Strictly Ballet - Season 2, Episode 4

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  • Carlos Valdés and his family left everything behind in Cuba when they moved to America to support Carlos’ pursuit of a professional ballet career. Then when Carlos got injured and could not dance for several months, his psychological fear of another injury became its own obstacle. See how he overcame that fear and grew stronger.
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    How a Fear of Dance Injury Can Be Paralyzing | Strictly Ballet - Season 2, Episode 4
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  • @daffo595
    @daffo595 9 років тому +340

    Carlos's legs are so sculpted and amazing

    • @chess4072
      @chess4072 5 років тому +2

      Daph Duck agreed. and my little brother’s name is Carlos but we barely call him that.

    • @angelicawolfspeed1064
      @angelicawolfspeed1064 4 роки тому

      Agreed

  • @laurenelizabeth289
    @laurenelizabeth289 8 років тому +187

    HIS JUMPS!

  • @fatimahwhite4662
    @fatimahwhite4662 8 років тому +382

    his eyebrows are on fleek

    • @GlamourGypsy101
      @GlamourGypsy101 8 років тому +7

      That's one of the things I was thinking the whole time haha

    • @Persnikity-yv3nh
      @Persnikity-yv3nh 7 років тому +8

      His everything is on fleek

  • @kaylahorton7083
    @kaylahorton7083 8 років тому +93

    aw Carlos' dad.. how emotional he gets hits me hard

  • @pinathefangirl3964
    @pinathefangirl3964 7 років тому +88

    the french teacher at the beginning made me smile so much idk why he's cute

    • @mariedesulauze4360
      @mariedesulauze4360 5 років тому +3

      Well I am french and I'm like "he could make an effort 😑" This la not pretty !!

    • @chamallow989
      @chamallow989 4 роки тому +2

      I am french and I laughed so hard. He sounds like he is speaking like that on purpose

  • @allison768
    @allison768 9 років тому +613

    Who here is an aspiring dancer but realizes "How am I going to compete with this?"

  • @emdance1996
    @emdance1996 9 років тому +204

    three episodes in one day my dreams have come true ahaha

  • @theodorebrown6909
    @theodorebrown6909 9 років тому +149

    omg carlos is amazing I'm attending the summer intensive right now and i see him in the summer course classes he's INCREDIBLE

  • @abbidabbidu1547
    @abbidabbidu1547 5 років тому +21

    I totally sympathize with all of the aspiring professional dancers out there. I can’t imagine how impossible that lifestyle must be.
    But I also think there’s beauty in knowing that dancing will always be there, no matter what happens in your career.
    I went to a fine arts charter school and was exposed to different styles of dance... I fell in love with it but knew the entire time that It would never be more than a hobby. ***Obviously this is just my experience, but it’s all about perspective.
    Don’t let the pressure of the end game or fear of competition/self-doubt ruin your passion! Dance is a language, and it never leaves you. Be proud of that! And I’m sure you’re all amazing. You inspire me. ❤️✌️

  • @rachelmay2061
    @rachelmay2061 9 років тому +112

    "I was doing ice every single day" lol dancer lyf haha

  • @lynnes11
    @lynnes11 3 роки тому +11

    As a competitive equestrian, I can really relate to this video. "Between what we think we do and what we really do, sometimes there is a huge gap." And fear of injury, especially after a fall or accident. It takes time and you just have to be patient with yourself and keep pushing through. I really appreciate that these challenges are universal when one is trying to achieve and improve their craft.

  • @Bmoney902
    @Bmoney902 9 років тому +88

    He has something of Nureyev in his face, can anyone else see it? What a sweet, talented young man. I wish him all the best.

    • @diepersonalkajute4151
      @diepersonalkajute4151 6 років тому +2

      This is funny you have also seen it. I also commented on it. He looks very much like Nureyev. Also the big jump ;-) ...

    • @seer1623
      @seer1623 6 років тому

      Bron Stormborn Yes! I was thinking the same thing. Also the hair and his compactness.

    • @ohelleohelle
      @ohelleohelle 5 років тому

      When the group was doing barre and his teacher spoke to him I thought the exact same thing!

    • @rodanzas9863
      @rodanzas9863 4 роки тому

      Sure. He does

    • @awenkification
      @awenkification 4 роки тому

      I was looking for this comment. I totally agree

  • @cindycen291
    @cindycen291 8 років тому +99

    I like the first season more than this one

    • @SimplyThea
      @SimplyThea 7 років тому +12

      Cindy Cen Me too! I feel like in the first season everybody was friends and it was more fun, but here it's like the competition is too strong for them to establish relationships.

  • @floracabanes375
    @floracabanes375 4 роки тому +17

    Fun fact I’ve actually danced with Carlos and Maria is now the director to the ballet school I go to

    • @davylau1481
      @davylau1481 2 місяці тому

      What company is Carlos at now, do you know?

  • @valentina7666
    @valentina7666 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, the father words were really encouraging but also hearing those words can make you feel pressure.

  • @morganlatchaw1268
    @morganlatchaw1268 9 років тому +10

    I love watching as a ballet dancer myself. When the teacher in the video gives a correction I'll try the move and see if I'm doing it right. Seeing a dancers life from there point of view makes me realize even more how hard it really is

  • @SimplyThea
    @SimplyThea 7 років тому +390

    Men are so lucky! Like girls be over here buying a pair of freaking $70 pointes each week, while boys can do with a pair of socks.

    • @pointlight7692
      @pointlight7692 7 років тому +2

      Simply Thea it's exactly like that

    • @SimplyThea
      @SimplyThea 7 років тому +3

      Haha you guys feel me!! 🙌🏻

    • @samiamisme
      @samiamisme 7 років тому +5

      Simply Thea ...do the guys socks have any kind of grippers on them or are they ordinary socks?

    • @jazzymingo
      @jazzymingo 7 років тому +9

      samiamisme ordinary white socks. Hey wear white ballet slippers with them most of the time.

    • @samiamisme
      @samiamisme 7 років тому +1

      Jasmine Mingo ....thanks!

  • @annavt3895
    @annavt3895 9 років тому +103

    He will make it.

    • @annavt3895
      @annavt3895 9 років тому

      AdmirableProductions really? 0.0

    • @mewsao
      @mewsao 9 років тому +1

      AdmirableProductions what abt the russian girl I think she's better than the two girls

    • @briangraham2831
      @briangraham2831 9 років тому +5

      AdmirableProductions
      How Admirable are YOUR productions when you are trying to spoil the ending of somebody else's production? Why can viewers just find out for themselves?
      You are a JERK!
      And you should take down the post!

    • @Jayjen35
      @Jayjen35 9 років тому

      ***** Did she get a contract with ABT?

    • @mewsao
      @mewsao 9 років тому

      Jayjen35 really? I didnt know

  • @nicol7575
    @nicol7575 9 років тому +51

    carlos is really cute ;-;

  • @jennifermayer5092
    @jennifermayer5092 5 років тому +6

    "I am proud to be your father." I'm not crying, you're crying.

  • @Daaaanielle
    @Daaaanielle 5 років тому +2

    THOS ELEGS BOYYYYYYY. I am impressed. They look effortless and thin but they are actual beasts! goals

  • @MrQbenDanny
    @MrQbenDanny 9 років тому +24

    BRAVO! Bravissimo!
    Carlos Valdés was born to dance. He will join the greatest group of Cuban Ballet Premier Danseurs in history beginning with the first, Fernando Bujones.

    • @vivalamusic135
      @vivalamusic135 9 років тому +21

      MrQbenDanny you have been posting very kind comments about the dancers on the videos and I just wanted to say that that is very sweet of you. We need more positive, kind people like you in the world!

    • @MrQbenDanny
      @MrQbenDanny 9 років тому +7

      Ariana Brooks Thank you . However ,I can be critical and when necessary brutal with professionals who walk through performances. Ballet is a sacred Art, but one must also have Craft, there is no Art without craft, when you put them together, it's bliss for the dancer and for the audience.

  • @vuanh1282
    @vuanh1282 4 роки тому +3

    All of them are truly inspiring! Thank you

  • @sidhraf-p6795
    @sidhraf-p6795 6 років тому +1

    Aww his dad is so lovely

  • @cyanmlove
    @cyanmlove 5 років тому +1

    Olivier Pardina one of my favorite teachers ever, i love taking class with him

  • @jezmerallia
    @jezmerallia 9 років тому +1

    His dad made ME cry!

  • @prithviganeais7844
    @prithviganeais7844 7 років тому +37

    Who here realised that boys who do ballet are now surprisingly
    cute ?

    • @seer1623
      @seer1623 6 років тому +1

      Preet G Perfect physiques.

  • @rabbitholegirl1
    @rabbitholegirl1 6 років тому +1

    When he jumps 😍😍😍😍

  • @lollie87
    @lollie87 9 років тому +5

    please dont take so long to upload another video :) I'm really enjoying them.

  • @sidhraf-p6795
    @sidhraf-p6795 6 років тому +2

    Started ballet when i was three, had to quit after 7 yrs because of weak ankles, so this is too real for me. wish i was still doing it

  • @elisekate3283
    @elisekate3283 7 років тому

    Carlo's parents are so sweet

  • @Julibeansreads
    @Julibeansreads 9 років тому +11

    omg three episodes YASSSSS

  • @ellarichards4164
    @ellarichards4164 7 років тому

    his jumps are so good!

  • @cynthus5403
    @cynthus5403 9 років тому +6

    I believe he recovered greatly and when it got to the point where he said he was from Cuba I practically scream, because I am from Havana,Cuba too and I born and raised there.😁

  • @bbaloo058
    @bbaloo058 9 років тому

    thank you, amazing

  • @amirablue.b186
    @amirablue.b186 6 років тому +1

    it is so beautiful to watch these dances I just love this dance always have

  • @robijuli236
    @robijuli236 4 роки тому +4

    “After a few minutes it feels so good u don’t wanna take (ur feet) out” (ice bucket scene) bro that’s the first sign of hypothermia 😅

  • @emmieelizabeth908
    @emmieelizabeth908 4 роки тому +1

    I was a dancer for 15 years, and I took a master class with Olivier...so. Hard.

  • @isadlp4181
    @isadlp4181 4 роки тому +3

    Can someone tell where is Carlos dancing right now? He is pretty good!!! Please?

  • @meowingwool
    @meowingwool 7 років тому +5

    Currently away from ballet with a broken foot - I am so terrified that won't be able to get back to where I was before - also as I'm an impatient person and I have performances in June

    • @emilyjohnson76
      @emilyjohnson76 7 років тому

      meowingwool- how's your foot now? I've just been told not to dance for at least a month, or it will be surgery on my knee. So disappointed 😔

  • @diamondreyes4371
    @diamondreyes4371 7 років тому

    luv this

  • @allidancindiva6751
    @allidancindiva6751 8 років тому +2

    Qué bonito ❤️

  • @danii_saur
    @danii_saur 6 років тому +3

    When they dance and land from their jumps, all I stare at is their ankles (also their thighs, but mostly their ankles lol). I can't help but think how much stress they put on their ankles. Personally, I played basketball growing up and remember wearing braces or sleeves to help support my ankles from the lands. But I do credit them with being really good at taking care of their bodies. Icing and all that crap. When I sprained my ankle, I was stubborn and literally only used crutches for a day. Then for the next few months I suffered but walked off the pain haha.

  • @phoenixcruz8795
    @phoenixcruz8795 5 років тому +3

    0:46
    Nobody:
    Birds at 7 am :

  • @aviitat354
    @aviitat354 8 років тому +2

    Love Carlos!!!😭😱🍟

  • @ritnim8353
    @ritnim8353 9 років тому +23

    Carlos is BÆ! Also his accent. 😍

  • @Rita-ju3ps
    @Rita-ju3ps 4 роки тому +1

    Eek I sprained my ankle and I had to stop figure skating for 2 months and now I’m afraid of spraining it again which is definitely gonna be a set back.

  • @emi_dance_beautyforever7922
    @emi_dance_beautyforever7922 9 років тому

    I really enjoy the video because im a dancer and I understand wath they live :) !!

  • @joanpashinsky-greve8760
    @joanpashinsky-greve8760 4 роки тому

    Wow a beautiful swan in the making 🙏

  • @Reddou69
    @Reddou69 4 роки тому +1

    Is there going to be a season 3?

  • @mayataylor8855
    @mayataylor8855 9 років тому +78

    Anybody else think he looks like Joe Sugg?

  • @marisaa.tamayo
    @marisaa.tamayo 6 років тому +6

    Miami has a ton of Spanish journalism! Your dad can try Telemundo or Univision!!

  • @diepersonalkajute4151
    @diepersonalkajute4151 6 років тому +2

    Carlos reminds me optically very much of Nureyev. He could be his grandson. ;-)

  • @jadacalhoun326
    @jadacalhoun326 8 років тому

    That's just like my ballet teacher

  • @marapprech
    @marapprech 7 років тому +5

    Como una persona que está aprendiendo español, me encantó este episodio muchisimo

    • @ngado207
      @ngado207 5 років тому

      MNTS phim ttuyen vo

    • @ngado207
      @ngado207 5 років тому

      MNTS phim truyen viet nam

  • @kimberlymedina2992
    @kimberlymedina2992 5 років тому +5

    Why did this series end 😢

  • @Realbeatz86
    @Realbeatz86 6 років тому +2

    He reminded me a little bit of Mikhail Baryshnikov.

  • @onyxcampbell3367
    @onyxcampbell3367 5 років тому

    Just watched season 1, now I’m trucking through season 2. Who am I sometimes

  • @k.a.e.3216
    @k.a.e.3216 8 років тому +9

    Where is Carlos Valdes from "Strictly Ballet 2", dancing now?

  • @sarahmorgan4462
    @sarahmorgan4462 4 роки тому +2

    Carlos is the ballet Andrew Garfield holy moly

  • @zazoubiz1292
    @zazoubiz1292 7 років тому +1

    lol there are the teacher french 1.00 😂

    • @zazoubiz1292
      @zazoubiz1292 7 років тому

      mde il sort a 0.50 min ho mon dieu p
      bravo

  • @mariannegounelle7223
    @mariannegounelle7223 5 років тому

    We love a French ballet teacher

  • @indyesmeral1848
    @indyesmeral1848 5 років тому +1

    He is such an amazing dancer omg! Does he have any social media where people can follow him?

    • @ardeladimwit
      @ardeladimwit 3 роки тому

      he's at BalletMet www.balletmet.org/meet-company/balletmet-2/carlos-valdes/

  • @Tigerheiress
    @Tigerheiress 8 років тому +6

    how do these boys jump so high?

  • @gabym.t6635
    @gabym.t6635 8 років тому +60

    Did anyone else thinks the conversation Carlos and his father had was awkward?...no just me?

    • @teddychiq2493
      @teddychiq2493 8 років тому +49

      +Gabriela Melendez lol his conversations with everyone are awkward.

    • @ClairaudienceGirl
      @ClairaudienceGirl 8 років тому

      I thought so too

    • @pottermorechick
      @pottermorechick 5 років тому +14

      Lol 3 years later but I dont know if you're Hispanic but I totally related to that conversation. My parents have given me the same one where they say that the day we succeed will be the happiest because it's what they couldn't do. Its uncomfortable because its so much extra pressure since if you fail, you're letting them down too.

    • @rosetyler6860
      @rosetyler6860 5 років тому +2

      How is it awkward?

    • @victoriab.6601
      @victoriab.6601 5 років тому +4

      I actually found it very touching

  • @skitzochik
    @skitzochik 3 роки тому

    Carlos looks like a young Rudolph Nureyev

  • @marisaa.tamayo
    @marisaa.tamayo 6 років тому

    OMG I'm Cuban!!!

  • @hellobtime2688
    @hellobtime2688 7 років тому +1

    Is he still dancing? If yes, is he doing it professional?

  • @jiatong8123
    @jiatong8123 4 роки тому

    he looks so sleep deprived so sad :((

  • @hilarylaluz367
    @hilarylaluz367 7 років тому +2

    Alguien que hable español?

  • @robzii915
    @robzii915 8 років тому +6

    That french accent though

  • @craigwilliams1573
    @craigwilliams1573 4 роки тому

    he is working now

  • @irenegal9006
    @irenegal9006 5 років тому +1

    llevo todo el video preguntandome por que carlos y la profesora no hablan en español si esta claro que los dos lo son

  • @paigemurphy3288
    @paigemurphy3288 4 роки тому

    Did he say "more stronger"

  • @aanabtahir3081
    @aanabtahir3081 5 років тому +4

    girls have to go through periods.....boys have it better in some ways. but competition for girls is more challenging cuz there arent that many boys

  • @larasophie3555
    @larasophie3555 4 роки тому

    He looks like John B

  • @Camden1313
    @Camden1313 5 років тому +5

    Okay well Carlos is hot.

  • @girliek8030
    @girliek8030 5 років тому

    lmao carlos was such a prick to his parents he literally just chuffed when his dad was crying ?!

  • @pointlight7692
    @pointlight7692 7 років тому +19

    Season one was better

  • @PPlaces
    @PPlaces Рік тому

    Could it be any harder for the dancers? They literally dance on the concrete floor, a harsher recipe for injury. Wooden floors would far better element for dancing, it's more forgiving than cement. Students don't give up on your dreams continue to strive for Excellence

    • @helloooo6653
      @helloooo6653 Рік тому

      most dance floors are sprung with a marley surface, it’s often the same colour as concrete which i guess might be confusing

  • @Tigerheiress
    @Tigerheiress 8 років тому +2

    carlos is my new boyfriend

  • @sanjasanja5734
    @sanjasanja5734 8 років тому

    FanGirl me ...

  • @brianaochoa4025
    @brianaochoa4025 9 років тому

    There so lucky that they meet justin beiber. I alwags wanted to meet him

  • @meowingwool
    @meowingwool 7 років тому +1

    Currently away from ballet with a broken foot - I am so terrified that won't be able to get back to where I was before - also as I'm an impatient person and I have performances in June