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Chapter 10
The blonde felt out of place when she stepped into the ballet studio wearing boots, dark jeans, a white long sleeve, her coat, and jewelry. The girls and boys were wearing shorts and either tank tops or t-shirts. Some wore leggings under their shorts. The girls had their hair up in ponytails, and most wore sweatbands around their wrist. On their feet were ballet shoes.
At the far end of the room, a bunch of bags were set all over the floor and chairs. There were water bottles, and some people had clothes laying around. There was a Men's Room door, a water fountain, and a Woman's Room door. There was also a staircase. The carpet was a deep red, and the walls eggplant.
The area for dancing was beautiful, the floors white, the walls were a dark green. There were mirrors all along one wall, and across that on the wall was a long bar. At their side of the room was a shorter bar, but as the wall panels continued, the bar went up.
The room was shaped like a big rectangle for the dancing, but there were two squares coming off either of the short sides, both squares decorated the same. And the place was huge.
About 30 people were already there, chatting happily. People walked in and out of the bathrooms, Ino and Choji weren't really noticed. A couple people turned their heads, some waved.
"Wow." Ino gasped as she took in the beauty of the room.
"This place looks incredible."
The blonde nodded dumbly.
"Ino!" She turned, smiling at the familiar face.
"Hey Harold! This is Choji."
The brunette man walked over in a tight black t-shirt and dark gray leggings that went mid-calf. He held his hand out to Choji, who returned the gesture, and they shook firmly.
"Welcome to the community dance class! Do you have any questions?"
"A few." Ino smiled. "When does class start?"
"When Mandy gets here, she's the instructor. As you probably know, class are from six thirty to eight. It's six twenty, so she should get here soon."
"Oh, is she nice?"
"Mhm."
"How old is she?"
"Late twenties, 28 I think."
"Oh, this may be rude, but how old are you?"
"It's fine, same age. we grew up together."
"Oh, alright. Uhm, how does an average class go?"
"Well, we stretch first. The beginning months are kind of confusing. You see, everyone needs to be on around the same level. I mean, this is a community thing, some people have absolutely no experience, kind of like you and Choji, some have been coming here since this place opened 11 years ago. So, most people with experience don't come until April - cause these first three months are mostly for teaching the newbies everything - but the people that do normally go upstairs when class starts. They practice what they want, there is a stereo up there and it looks basically like how this room looks. But there are also exercise machines, like treadmills and stuff. People want to stay on the slender side to look better in the tight dance clothes, to stay healthy, and to dance easier.
"So after they go upstairs, I'm normally one of those people, but sometimes I stay down here, we work on moves, and flexibility, and a bunch of things. We don't actually work on the routine until April."
"Do the beginners ever used the exercise equipment?" Choji asked, a little nervous after the comment on staying slender.
"Every other Sunday. Do you want to lose weight?"
"It sounds like a good idea." He admitted.
Harold smiled.
"Don't worry, I can help you with that. I used to be a big guy, I'm 5'9" and I used to weigh 190, but I lost almost fifty pounds, now i'm 143." He grinned proudly.
Choji seemed amazed.
"I'm 5'7" and I weigh.." He paused. "203.."
"I used to be obsessed with my weight, so I know this stuff, You're BMI is.. about 32. Which puts you in the moderately obese section."
Choji turned red.
"But don't worry, you're big boned so it's a little different. to be considered overweight you have to weigh about 190, and your BMI would be about 30. To be normal it's about 160 pounds, with your BMI being around 25. But since you're bones are so big, you're probably in the overweight section, and you probably have to lose about 30 to be normal, So 170. Do You have any goals with how much you want to weigh?"
"Probably more like 150.."
"I can help you with that. But you have to be committed."
Ino couldn't help but smile and the look of determination on Choji's face.
"Hello everyone, for the newcomers I'm Mandy."
The teens turned to look at the speaker.
She was a tall, slender woman with big hips and long legs. Her hair was long and black, she was tan, and her green eyes were accented with black eyeliner and a dark plum color.
She wore tight black shorts that went a little lower then mid-thigh, and a body-hugging royal purple crew neck t-shirt.
"Looks like there are only two." She smiled and waved them over. "Why don't you perform your stretches while I talk to them."
Harold ushered them over to Mandy.
"This is Ino, and this is Choji." The brunette informed.
"Hello Choji and Ino, what brings you here?"
"Well, Harold." The blonde giggled.
"Oh?" She laughed. "Well, welcome! I assume he's already told you about a couple things?"
"I told them about an average class, that's about it."
"Oh, alright. First off, I want to talk about rehearsals, and what to wear to them." She laughed as she looked them over. "We wear stretchy clothes, normally tight, and form-fitting. I normally wear leggings or tight shorts, and then tank tops and t-shirts that aren't baggy. Its way easier to dance in. Normal shoes aren't allowed, you have to wear ballet shoes or you're dancing in your socks."
She started to walk towards the other side of the room, with the drinking fountain and the teens followed.
"If you would, take off your shoes and leave them here?"
Ino and Choji blushed.
After they took off their shoes, they walked back across the room and out the door, into the waiting room.
"Alright, go on ahead and sit down, I'm going to tell you more about our class here. Okay, classes go on all year. For your dance shoes it's 15 dollars, classes are 200 dollars. At the end of the year you have to buy the costume, and the price ranges anywhere from 50 to 100. We have rehearsals every Sunday and Wednesday. You need a costume because in December we have a big show that the whole community comes to see."
They nodded at the already-known information.
"I apologize if I'm rambling, but I say this so often and I remember everything I need to tell you all at once. And I don't want to forget anything, so I try and say it all at the same time." She laughed before continuing. "Okay, the class is recommended for ages 13 and up. I have another class where I teach the 4 to 7 year olds, and another for the 8 to 12. How old are you kids anyways?"
"Seventeen." Choji mumbled.
"Alright. so, what do you think about joining? Why don't you talk about it, while I go check on my class. I'll be right back." She smiled as she rushed out of the room.
"I like it." Ino smiled.
"It sounds cool." The brunette chuckled, scratching the back of his head.
"Are you going to do it?"
"If you do."
"Yess!" The blonde jumped into Choji's arms and squealed.
He laughed and shook her off as Mandy walked back in.
"Reach a decision yet?"
"Yes, we're going to do it. We've already talked to out parents."
"Great! Are you going to pay in full? Or do you need to break it up in payments?"
"I can pay in full." Ino smiled.
"In payments would be best."
"Alright, so there are 52 weeks in a year, two classes a week, so about 104 classes, right? Well, it ends up being 17 a month. You can just pay monthly. Plus, let's say you have 35 dollars, you can pay for two months. Does that sound better?"
"Yeah, I'll go with that."
"Okay, we're not that strict, so If you can't make the payment one month, that's fine. As long as by December you have paid the whole 215 dollars. Plus, there's a certain time you have to get the money for the costume in too, It's sometime in November."
Choji nodded.
"Sounds good."
"Okay, I'm going to give you these forms, please fill them out for me, and I'll leave you in peace. It's 8:15, break time, we have five minute breaks halfway though class." Mandy handed them clipboards that she seemed to pull out of nowhere and she walked back into the dance room.
They filled out the necessary information, name, age, date of birth, phone numbers, weight, experience, etc.
"I'm kind of excited!" Ino laughed.
"Me too, I've never really been a part of something like this before. "
"I was on a softball team in like fourth grade, wasn't for me. And, I tried track in seventh. I didn't like that either. But this is something completely different."
"You have to be graceful and majestic and stuff. I don't know if I'm going to be very good at this."
"Who knows. Maybe you're amazing and you just didn't know."
He laughed, "Maybe. Man, what time is it?"
The blonde pulled out her cell phone. "Wow! It's twenty minutes till nine!"
"Damn. Time passed by fast!"
"Well, I learned a lot. Why doesn't school go by this quickly?"
"Oh, I don't know. I wish it did though!"
"Me too." The blue eyed girl laughed.
They jumped as the door opened and the black haired woman walked back in.
"Hello, got everything done?"
"Yes, we filled in everything."
"Good good!" She grinned. "This took a long time, so I'm not going to find some clothes for you to borrow for like five minutes. Instead, I'll show you the stretching routine. I don't want you to rip your jeans, so only do the ones you can manage, alright?"
The teens nodded.
Mandy put her arms straight out to the sides and rolled them in circles, clockwise then counterclockwise. Then she bent her right arm behind her head, and pulled down on her elbow with her left hand, then the same with her other arm. Then she opened her legs and bent and reached down to her left foot, her right foot, and then the floor in between. Mandy sat down on the ground and bent her legs out in front of her, but touched the soles of her feet together. She bent down so her head touched her feet. Then she put her right leg straight out to the right and had the sole of her left foot touch the inside of her knee. She bent to her right foot. Then she did the same to her left leg. She did a couple more exercises then stood up.
"It might take a while, but after a couple of rehearsals you should get that down. Are you coming Sunday?" She paused as they nodded. "Good, I'll have your shoes by then. If you could have the 15 dollars by then, that'd be amazing. Dress appropriately, see you then! You can go home now."
She seemed rushed as she ran back into the dance room. They followed her and scurried across the floor to grab their shoes.
"So," Charlette started, pulling a spoon of peanut butter out of her mouth. "How are things with Choji?"
"Pretty good, we've been talking every day." Ino responded, as she reached for an apple slice. "He wants to lose weight."
"Now, what made him want to do that?"
"Harold, the guy who owns the toy store, said something about being skinny for dancing. He used to be like 190 or something, and he lost like 50 pounds" she paused and dipped her slice into some peanut butter before taking a bite. "And Choji got embarrassed cause he weighs like 200. Apparently his BMI is supposed to be like 32, but he's bid boned so it's not that accurate." Another bite "So he was all inspired by Harold's story, and he wants to weigh like 150."
"Well help him, go jogging with him, or take him to the gym."
"There's some exercise equipment at the ballet studio. Probably like treadmills and stuff."
"Well, I don't know. Help him eat healthy?"
"That's something I can do." She laughed. "He can eat like 10 bowls of ramen."
"Well, make him eat slowly. And healthier. And more proportioned."
"Alright. I'll go shopping with him, and tell him how much of something to eat and stuff. I'll plan out his meals."
"Sounds good. Go on a walk with him every day. Want any more?"
"No, you can put it away. I'll get the peanut butter. And, okay. How long?"
"An hour?"
"Okay. I have homework and I'm gunna text my friends. Love you mom."
"I love you too hunny, and I think I'm going to bed. I'm on my you-know-what, so I've been tired. you can make a sandwich, or there are TV dinners if you get hungry again later."
"Okay, good night."
"Night babe."
"I don't know, how about this?" Alisa questioned, holding up a dark red polo shirt from her closet.
"Not dressy enough, you're going out to dinner at a fancy restaurant!" Sakura cried, from sitting on the edge of the brunette's bed. "Ino, what does the magazine say?"
"I'll start from the beginning: Deciding what clothes to wear on a first date is not an easy decision to make. The most important piece of advice to remember is, always plan in advance what outfit you are going to wear. Along with planning, choosing the most appropriate outfit to suit your shape, style and the location of the date is also vital. If you are unsure what clothes are best for you, it is a good idea to ask your friends or family members for guidance.
"The first thing to take into consideration is the location of the date. This is useful as it will help you decide whether to go for a casual look or a formal look. Always dress in suitable attire for the date location. If you know you are going to a fancy restaurant, then you are required to have more formal look as opposed to going to the cinema, where a casual look is sufficient. Although a casual look is suitable for many date ideas, this doesn't mean you don't need to make an effort. Regardless of the date venue, it is essential that you always make an effort to look your best. But you know you're going out to dinner, so no problems there. Next it says something about your features.
"When choosing your outfit, make sure it will show off your best features and conceal the features you aren't as happy with. There is no point in wearing an outfit that shows off a part of your body you are uncomfortable with, this will only result in drawing attention to that particular area. If you happen to have wide hips or a large bottom, don't wear clothes that are tight in these areas. Choose clothes that will emphasize other areas of your body. You can use bright color clothing or even accessories to draw attention away from an area of your body, or perhaps even draw attention to a particular area.
"It is important to take into account your personal style and your age when choosing an outfit. Don't try to change your image completely when going on a date otherwise you will feel the need to keep up with the new image for future dates. It is okay to try something new, such as a new hair style, new shoes, or even a new outfit, but don't be too drastic by going for a totally new look. It is a bad idea to dress older or younger than your actual age. You need to be realistic and dress appropriately otherwise you risk making yourself look ridiculous.
"Many people choose their perfect outfit and then forget about what shoes they are going to wear. It is just as important to choose appropriate shoes as it is to choose an appropriate outfit. It is essential that shoes are clean, match your outfit and fit properly. The last thing you want is to be in pain with blisters and look uncomfortable. Make sure the shoes are a comfortable fit, and if need be wear them prior to the date just to break them in. Then there's some stuff about trying it on in advance and stuff."
"BAM! I just got an idea! The little black dress is always what you wear on the first date" Sakura cried.
"You're right!" The blonde sprawled out on Alisa's bed agreed and flopped over on her stomach. "That's perfect!"
"But, I don't have any black dresses.." The brunette mumbled.
"Shit. Don't worry, I have some. Two hours before he gets here, right? Okay, I'll go home and grab one, I know exactly which dress too. I'll be right back!" Sakura called, rushing out the door.
"Thank you!" Alisa called back. "Oh my gosh, I'm nervous."
"Well, you have a reason to be. You dated Sasori forever and you were so comfortable with him. Now you're suddenly dating a new guy you have to impress."
"Well, I am." She laughed halfheartedly. "Which shoes should I wear?"
"Hm, the strappy black heels look cute."
"Ooh, I like those. But, wait, what about these pumps?"
"Those look kind of sexy." The blonde giggled. "Try one of each on and i'll judge then? Okay, yeah, the pumps. You'll be sitting down and they look more uncomfortable. So save the heels for a date that involves more walking."
"Sounds good, thank you. Now I have to do my make up."
Ino inspected the brunette as she darkened her eyebrows and put a sparkly pear white color on her eyelids and underneath the edges of her brows. Then she put a pink color on the edges of her eyelids and around the crease. she put a dash of purple over that, and white on her tear ducts. Then under her eyes a sky blue from the white to the middle. She rimmed her eyes with a dark purple, and added a little sparkly black eyeliner. To finish it off she applied mascara and a nude pink lipgloss. After kissing a napkin to remove the excess gloss, she was finished.
"Damn! You got real good real fast! That looks professional, how did you come up with something like that?"
"Oh, this? I didn't really come up with it, I got the idea from a magazine, I just added a couple of my own touches."
"Well I like it."
"So do I, I'm back! Here's your dress fair maiden, come put it on!" Sakura laughed, holding up a spaghetti strap dress with a low V-cut neck, accented with sequins. The top of the dress was nice and tight, the bottom was loose and flowy. Simple, yet sweet, and sexy. All at the same time. Like you're not even trying, you just look that good.
She put on the dress and a silver heart necklace that drew subtle attention to her chest.
"Do you think Neji will like it?" Alisa asked innocently, twirling around in front of her full length mirror.
"Hunny, he'd be gay if he didn't."Sakura smirked.
All three girls erupted in howls of laughter.
"You know, I like your natural hair, it's wavy, and kind of curly. but it's not too crazy." Ino smiled.
"Really? Do you like it better straight or natural?"
"I like it both ways. I think sometimes you should wear it natural."
"Okay, I guess so." She giggled. "Shit! He's gonna be here any minute! You have to go!"
"Gah!" Ino and Sakura grabbed their coats and ran to leave.
"Text me and tell me how it went!" Ino shouted as they slammed the back door.
Alisa ran into the bathroom and brushed her teeth, and gave herself a once over to make sure she got everything. She pulled on her long navy blue button up sweater, even though it didn't really match. After putting her phone in her purse and waving good bye to Kaylie, she waited by the front door, ready to run out whenever he got there.
She thought about what he would be wearing, and how he would act. Would he be really comfortable with everything, or would he be tense? She wondered what Sasori was doing tonight, and if he'd be jealous if he saw her with another guy. She mentally debated if he would like the dress or not.
A swift knock brought her out of her trance and she opened the door to reveal a very attractive Neji. He wore dark black tight jeans and a midnight blue button up shirt that cuffed around his elbows. The top two buttons were undone. He also had on a black hoodie. He looked hot.
"Wow.." He smiled. "You look great."
"Thanks Neji." She blushed. "You're right on time, 7 on the dot." Alisa giggled.
Neji linked arms with the brunette.
"Shall we?" He goofed.
"Why, we shall!"
A/N: Weird, It's Always 4 AM When I Finish Writing My Stories. JEEEEZ! o.o Lalala, Anyways, I Hope you Liked. I'm Gunna Go Mug A Cat And See How Much Money He Has. BuhBye-Heart- Please Review!
