LOOSEN UP! The renowned Australian teacher, Tanya Pearson, whose own dancing career spanned various companies form the Borovansky Ballet to the London Palladium, has produced a Limber, Stretch and Conditioning Class video. Drawing on exercises developed over many years, she takes us through a comprehensive programme, which can only benefit students and dancers alike. Stressing the importance of proper warm-up which "greatly minimises the risk of injury and increases muscle and body temperatures, and increases blood and oxygen levels to the muscles", Pearson gives us exercises to warm up every muscle in the body. In short, the video is an invaluable tool, suitable for students from 11 years up to professional dancers who want to keep in shape during the holidays or when they are unable to attend class. In addition to the exercise programme, gamely demonstrated by four lithe dancers - Imogen Wearing, Olivia Bell, Alicia Gahan and Jacqui Ham - there is also footage of Maina Gielgud, during her term as Artistic Director of the Australian Ballet, coaching Lucinda Dunn and Nigel Burley - the latter of whom has recently joined the Royal Ballet. Dance Europe, February 2000 Photo: Tanya Pearson by Virginia Young. 9 Berry Road, St. Leonards ~ NSW 2064. Australia ~ Tel: +61 (02) 9439 4424 ~ Fax: +61 (02) 9439 5352 Email: inquiries@classicalcoaching.com