As a lot of young kids did, I took ballet classes from my toddler years until I graduated college with a degree in dance (focusing mostly on contemporary dance). From ages 15-21 I also taught ballet ...

There are robust gym rats, lithe yoga enthusiasts, sturdy sportsmen. And then there’s Amir Solsky. The Los Angeles-based Capoeira Contra Mestre (an advanced Capoeira practitioner) spent three days ...

I still remember the moment when I reached the pinnacle of my ballet career. Standing in perfect first position, trophy held aloft, proud tears pricking at the backs of my eyes. It was to be, aged ...