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How long would it take an inexperiened 15 year old to start ballet and move on to pointe?
It's not a matter of whether you are, or are not good enough, but whether you are strong enough. Some people say you are strong enough if you can stay on demi for 45 seconds, but this is a load of rubbish. My best advice is to ask your Ballet teacher, he / she should know what they're talking about so if they say no, do not disagree as dancing en pointe is VERY dangerous if you are not strong enough. :D
yeh she is right I just got on pointe and oh the pain... I think that it is fun though by the way I am 12 to
Yeah shes totally right. 12 13 14 are the age you get them usually but it doesnt matter how good your technique is, all that matters is how strong your ankles, thighs, and other muscles are. i hope you get your pointe shoes:)
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BlakeThere's no way to be subtle about this: no. To get to pointe, it takes years and years of experience. Over 98% of the time the dancers that start pointe have been studying ballet seriously for over 7 years. When I started I had been studying ballet for 8 years. (I was 12) I was also a very advanced dancer as well. But definitely not in a year. Sorry. :(
There is never a age, although around 11 or 12 is most common. Here are a few factors:
*You have to be strong and that takes years of ballet usually, unless you start older, like an adult or teen. Pointe is hard work and never good to just rush into.
*Everyone develops at different and so some go on pointe earlier than others. But the younger you are, the more risks you face.
I just got on pointe (well, I haven't really started) and it's hard even shopping for shoes. I got a pair and they turned out to be too small and I need a wider platform. It's beautiful to watch, but very difficult to do. So don't rush... Enjoy just waiting and learning!
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Will you be able to start on pointe lessons without learning ballet?
=No way. Youhave to take ballet before pointe. If you don't you will get bad results...you would get hurt badly and might even some serious injuries. Injuries that will be with you the rest of your life. I gurantee you wouldn't even find anyone who would teach you without experiece.==I have been taking ballet for about 8 years. I am just starting pointe now. I am a very advanced dancer. 12 years old. In the highest class. And I'm now starting pointe. So you need to have at least 5 years before you start.=
What do they wear in ballet?
In class/lessons you would most likely wear a leotard with ballet-pink stockings and ballet slippers or pointe shoes. If you were performing you would wear a tutu with stockings and Pointe shoes. You don't always wear pointe shoes, sometimes you wear ballet shoes/slippers.
How long after you start ballet can you dance Demi pointe?
If you are talking about demi pointe shoes (otherwise known at soft blocks) your teacher may recommend you to wear them. I recently got my demi pointe shoes and have been taking ballet classes for just over a year (now at grade 4). Mine were very uncomfortable at first, but you just have to break them in, just like you would for a regular pointe shoe. If in any doubt talk to you ballet teacher, they could give you some advice about whether you should need soft blocks. Also if you are taking RAD intermediate exams, I believe it is compulsory to have demi pointe shoes. Not completely sure though, i would double check. Good luck and hope this was some help to you:)
Which pointe shoes to buy?
I would suggest that you ask your ballet teacher for recommendations. It is important to get properly fitted as the best way to injure yourself is to have bad fitting pointe shoes. As makes go, I would suggest Grishko (2007 I would suggest, if you are a beginner on pointe). Grishko do have a website so look there. When buying pointe shoes, if possible try on Pro-Pads or Ouch Pouchs as they make wearing pointe shoes more comfortable. However, make sure you try your pointe shoes with them in otherwise you may find that they do not fit. Buying a pair of convertible tights helps in a ballet class if you are buying Ouch Pouchs or Pro- Pads but again make sure you try your pointe shoes on with these tights. I would not suggest buying pointe shoes online as you cannot try them on. Sources Personal Experience
What is the difference between modern ballet and classical ballet?
Modern ballet is more from this century. It isn't to music you would here in a symphony where as classical is. Classical is when you go to The Nutcraker and see ladies op on pointe shoes doing things like pirouettes.
