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I have been given permission by my teacher and dance physiotherapist to purchase my first pair of pointe shoes, and was wondering if it is ok to purchase them online? I would definitely NOT recommend buying your first pair of pointe shoes online. Your first pointe...
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Do you think it is necessary to work in demi-pointe shoes as a preparation for pointe work? Demi-pointe shoes are designed specifically as a transitional shoe from ballet flats to pointe shoes. However, debate rages on whether they are a necessity, just an extra...
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I need to have a coloured pair of pointe shoes for my end of year performance, and can’t colour my current pair, what should I do? I suggest a little pre-planning when it comes to colouring pointe shoes. Instead of throwing away your dead shoes, it is a good idea to...
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After a long afternoon of dance rehearsals, your legs and feet need a bit of TLC. Relieving pain after pointe work is a good idea, so take some time to take care of your feet and lower legs in particular. 1. Remove your pointe shoes and let your feet recover and...
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Pointe shoes are an investment, if you take really good care of them, you will reap the dividends and enjoy money well spent. 1. Having a few pairs of pointe shoes to rotate is a good way of making pointe shoes last, but possibly not practical for a student, depending...
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The contentious issue of pointe readiness. Young dancers will always wonder why their friend may be ready for going en pointe before they are. This decision is usually taken quite personally, and shouldn’t be, because often the variables are out of your control....
