Tutu Tuesday in Sainte-Therese-de-Gaspe, Quebec: A Tutu-ful Day Out
Hey there, fellow dance lovers! It's your girl, Chloe, back with another post about all things ballet and, of course, #tututuesday. This week, I took a trip to the charming little town of Sainte-Therese-de-Gaspe, Quebec, to soak up some fresh air and, you guessed it, flaunt my love for tutus. This town, perched on the edge of the Gaspe Peninsula, is known for its stunning scenery, welcoming atmosphere, and - get this - its thriving dance community! Who knew?
As a ballet dancer, exploring different parts of Canada is a real treat. You get to see how dance culture varies from coast to coast. In Sainte-Therese-de-Gaspe, it was all about simplicity and community. There was a genuine love for the art, a focus on local talent, and a laid-back vibe that made me feel right at home.
The highlight of my #tututuesday adventures was definitely my visit to the local dance studio. It wasn't some fancy, big-city place. It was a cozy little studio tucked away in a corner of the town, with walls lined with pictures of smiling faces and students in various tutus, from the classic romantic to the modern contemporary.
Now, let's talk tutus! I wore my favourite, a vintage-inspired one I found at a local shop in Montreal. It was a blush-pink, tiered tulle number, super flowy and ethereal. The teacher at the studio told me they don't see many romantic-style tutus in Sainte-Therese-de-Gaspe. They prefer something more practical for their classes, you know, tutus they can really move around in! Most of the students were wearing classic black tutus with elastic straps.
I loved how, even with our different style preferences, we were all united by our passion for ballet. We shared stories, tips, and even a few giggles over the fact that, sometimes, your tutu can get a bit... entangled. Happens to the best of us! I realized that day that a tutu transcends just being a piece of clothing. It represents something larger, a community, a legacy.
After our ballet chats, I strolled around town in my tutu, feeling a little silly, a little bold, but mostly just happy. You know that feeling when you embrace a bit of whimsy? The locals all gave me a warm smile and wave. And the scenery? Breathtaking. Picturesque fishing villages, rugged coastlines, and a vast expanse of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence.
In Sainte-Therese-de-Gaspe, the ballet is as much a part of the landscape as the rugged cliffs and the ocean breeze. It's woven into the very fabric of the town. I left that day feeling inspired and incredibly grateful for the dance community in this part of Canada. #tututuesday Sainte-Therese-de-Gaspe was a blast. I highly recommend checking it out if you have the chance, you never know who you might meet or what kind of tutu adventures you might stumble upon!
So, fellow dancers, what kind of tutu are you rocking this #tututuesday? Let me know in the comments below!
And remember, dancing makes everything better, even a trip to Sainte-Therese-de-Gaspe!
Your #tututuesday buddy,
Chloe