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How many years of ballet experience should you have before you go on pointe?
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∙ 12y ago
Beginning pointe work doesn't always depend on how long you may have been dancing. For example if you are older than say 12 or 13 you may only need 1 or 2 years of Ballet training before beginning pointe work. This is because pointe shoes can damage younger feet. However some young students are simply strong enough to hold themselves en pointe. Also it depends on what level of ballet you are. Once you reach pre-elementary then pointe shoes are compulsory if you wish to sit the exam for that grade. In preparation for pre-elementary then often dancers will spend 6 months or so before they reach senior ballet, preparing themselves and breaking in new pointe shoes so that the transition into senior ballet smoother. I hope this helps your ballet.
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You are on demi pointe and want pointe shoes this is your sixth year of ballet and you really want to try pointe shoes should you buy them?
If you must, but seventh year of ballet is better imo.
Where do you get pointe ballet shoes?
You should be able to buy pointe shoes from the same place you buy your normal ballet shoes, or another dance supplies shop. It is very important to ensure they fit properly, as otherwise you may hurt yourself. Pointe shoes should only be worn by dancers who know what they are doing, and have a teacher.
Can you go on pointe if you took ballet from age 3-10 and are now 14 but have stopped taking classes?
You can, but you definitely should not try it unless you are taking class with an experienced ballet teacher who says you are strong enough to dance on pointe
Iam going to tryout for a middle school dance team should i have pointed ballet shoes with out lessons?
you should never go on pointe not knowing how to use them. When you do ballet lessons it strenghtens your ankles so if you have never had a dance lesson DON'T go on pointe as there is a risk of injuryalso you have to make sure to get them fitted properly and have the right protection. so my advice is not to have pointe shoes unless you have ballet lessons and yourteacher has said you can.
Is it bad to do ballet on tiles at home?
It probably isn't ideal for pointe shoes, but it should be okay otherwise.
You are on demi pointe and want pointe shoes this is your sixth year of ballet and you really want to try pointe shoes should you buy them?
If you must, but seventh year of ballet is better imo.
How much training in ballet should you have before starting pre-pointe?
its not necessarily the training so much as its how strong your muscles are, mainly your ankle muscles
How old do you have to be to dance ballet?
To dance regular ballet you can be just about any age. To dance en pointe you should be AT LEAST 11.
Where do you get pointe ballet shoes?
You should be able to buy pointe shoes from the same place you buy your normal ballet shoes, or another dance supplies shop. It is very important to ensure they fit properly, as otherwise you may hurt yourself. Pointe shoes should only be worn by dancers who know what they are doing, and have a teacher.
Can you go on pointe if you took ballet from age 3-10 and are now 14 but have stopped taking classes?
You can, but you definitely should not try it unless you are taking class with an experienced ballet teacher who says you are strong enough to dance on pointe
Is it bad to do ballet on tiles at home?
It probably isn't ideal for pointe shoes, but it should be okay otherwise.
Iam going to tryout for a middle school dance team should i have pointed ballet shoes with out lessons?
you should never go on pointe not knowing how to use them. When you do ballet lessons it strenghtens your ankles so if you have never had a dance lesson DON'T go on pointe as there is a risk of injuryalso you have to make sure to get them fitted properly and have the right protection. so my advice is not to have pointe shoes unless you have ballet lessons and yourteacher has said you can.
How do you get pionte shoes?
visit your local dance wear store and they should be able to fit you for pointe shoes. You can also order them online. Make sure your ballet instructor approves you to begin dancing en pointe before you purchase a pair though :)
Do pointe shoes need to be broken in or can you buy prebroken in shoes such as gaynor minden for comfort and durability?
No, you need to break in your pointe shoes yourself. Anaheim Ballet offers a video on breaking in pointe shoes. Just type Anaheim Ballet The Point, or just type in breaking in pointe shoes and videos should pop up based on that. Shutting your pointe shoes in a door helps. Good luck!
Should you only buy your child pointe shoes if they know how to use them?
They should be involved in ballet classes, and the teacher or instructor is the one to tell your child that she is ready for pointe. If she is taking ballet classes, she will learn how to dance in them overtime, but if she doesn't have them yet or has never worn them, of course she won't know how to dance in them.
When is it safe for a girl to dance in pointe ballet shoes?
You should only dance on pointe when you have an experienced dance instructor conform that you are ready. My dance instructor knows someone who went on pointe too early and was consequently not able to have children.
Can you start pointe if you have been ballet dancing for four years one class a week not dancing over the summer?
Your teacher should be able to tell you whether or not you have the skill and strength to start pointe. Pointe-work is very difficult on your ankles, feet and legs, so you must be fully developed (ie. though most of puberty) to begin pointe, or else you may seriously injure yourself. The bottom line is, your teacher, if she has any experience at all, should be able to tell you whether or not you are physically ready to begin pointe
