I recently had the chance to ask Claire Synhorst some questions about her incredible journey as a ballerina. Claire is an amazing dancer, she graces the stage with elegance and poise. Her passion and dedication for ballet is phenomenal. Below are her responses.

Q1: When did you start ballet?

I started ballet when I was 3 years old

Q2: Where do you currently dance?

I just left the Orlando Ballet school, I am currently dancing with Brandon Ballet

Q3: How long have you been en pointe for?

I’ve been en pointe for 8 years

Q4: What pointe shoes do you currently wear?

Suffolk Spotlight

Q5: How did you first get involved in ballet?

My mom put me in it cause I would always dance around the house

Q6: What is your favourite variation?

Gamzatti but the one in the red dress

Q7: What company would you love to work for?

I don’t know

Q8: Do you have a favourite memory/moment in ballet?

When I performed four littles swans with three of my closest friends

Q9: Who are your ballet roles models? Dancers that inspire you.

Allison Dibona

Q10: Best advice you’ve ever received from a teacher?

Just let go and enjoy the movement

Q11: Classical or romantic tutu?

Classical

Q12: What do you like to do when you aren’t dancing (your free time)?

I enjoy working out and reading about psychology