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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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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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Young dancers often think that they should stick to the one style of shoe, however, as we are spoilt for choice, I think it is a wise idea to switch shoe styles until you find the style that suits you best. I think switching shoe styles whilst you are a student is a...