Pointe
Pointe is my #1 topic I write about (and love writing about!) I've done tons of articles, videos, tutorials, and documents about it. Here is a full list of all the info you need to know about pointe shoes!
(updated 8/1418, and I will continue to add to this page as I write more!)
Do you want to get on pointe?
- Which Pointe Shoes should I get? - an explanation of how shoes work and why you must be fitted.
- The Pointe Shoe Test - video tutorial on my "tells" to see if a student is ready for pointe shoes.
- When am I ready for Pointe? - what I look for before putting students on pointe, and some exercises to do to get there. Also some info on why certain people should not go en pointe.
- Why you might have to wait for pointe shoes - the health reasons why waiting may be safer for you.
- 5 Things to know before starting pointe
- Preparing for Pointe - an overview
- Pre-pointe, Pointe, and Practicals (session 10 of last year's Healthy Dancer conference)
- Pre-pointe ankle strengthening exercises (video)
- Proper Pre-pointe - what is the best way to train for pointe?
Already on pointe?
- Your First Pair of Pointe Shoes - what to expect
- Padding, Protection, and Pain Prevention - taking care of your feet
- What's Better: High Arch or Low Arch? - and why
- Beginner Pointe exercise videos (playlist)
- Foot massage tips (video)
- Exercises + Spa treatments for sore feet
Shoe Sewing Techniques
- Sewing Elastic for a Disappearing Heel (video)
- 3 Ways to Sew Your Ribbons (coming soon)
- 2 Ways to Sew you Elastics (coming soon)
- 3 Pointe Shoe Tips for Backstage Quick Changes (coming soon)
Do you teach pointe?
- Pre-pointe consultation - includes written assessment and recommended training plan.
- Pointe Readiness brochure - to hand out in class or at the desk when a child or parent asks about pointe
- Pre-pointe exercises (video)
- Curriculum - 2-day Pre-pointe workshop (coming soon)
- Curriculum - Pre-pointe (coming soon)
- Curriculum - Pointe 1 (coming soon)
