Dealing with Bunions En Pointe
Summary: Many girls who start on pointe are scared that they will get bunions from doing pointe work. If a bunion is present it can cause real problems with fitting…
How Do You Fit Pointe Shoes Properly?
Summary: Having pointe shoes that fit well can make all the difference in you loving or hating pointe work, so it is important to get it right from the beginning.…
How Old Is Too Old To Start Pointe Work?
Summary: Many adults start taking ballet classes later in life, and often wonder whether it is possible to progress onto pointe. The same strength and flexibility requirements that young girls…
Pointe vs. Weight. How heavy is too heavy to be dancing en pointe?
Summary: It is possible that a dancer who is slightly heavier does has enough strength to hold their weight en pointe, however how heavy is too heavy to dance en…
How do you tell when a girl is ready for pointe work?
Summary: The question as to when a ballet dancer is strong enough to go onto pointe has always been a contentious one. Dance Physical Therapist Lisa Howell (B.Phty) has perfected…