O PREÇO DA LEVEZA: ANÁLISE DAS PERCEPÇÕES DE BAILARINAS/O ACERCA DO TREINAMENTO DE FORÇA NO BALLET CLÁSSICO

Abstract

Classical ballet is an art form with high physical demands, marked by an aesthetic of lightness that creates great tension between the body ideal and the need for functional strength. This study addresses the contradiction between the athletic demands of classical ballet and the cultural resistance to Strength Training (ST). Its general objective was to investigate the perceptions of classical ballet dancers regarding ST, considering the symbolic and historical aspects that permeate the construction of the body in dance. A qualitative approach was adopted, with the participation of 20 dancers with a minimum of two years of experience. The data collection instrument was the semi-structured interview. The results reveal that, although there is growing recognition of ST as an indispensable ally for career safety and longevity, cultural resistance and aesthetic prejudices that prioritize a fragile image persist. Furthermore, the inadequacy of physical preparation in studios and a notable scarcity of scientific material available to practitioners were observed. The study concludes that curricular integration between Physical Education and dance is essential to address these paradigms.