In 2012, gymnast and dancer Tuany Nascimento launched Na Ponta dos Pés (On Top Toes), an open ballet class she teaches to the children of Alemão, northern Rio de Janeiro - A neighbourhood better know for violence and gang associations than inspiring dance careers. Read more on NOWNESS - http://bit.ly/2492AlDy

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