Guest BBNButterscotch Posted August 21, 2002 Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 Hi! I'm on a 2 week break from dance classes, but my first class back will be my first on pointe. Is there anything special I should do to get ready (besides prepare my shoes)? I normally do stretching and plies daily, but should I be doing anything else? Thanks! Lauren Quote Link to comment
Administrators Victoria Leigh Posted August 21, 2002 Administrators Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 Since this is a technique type question, as opposed to a Pointe Shoe topic, I'm moving this to Adult Ballet Students forum. There is really not a lot you can do except try to stay in shape with as much stretching and barre work as you can do at home. Try to do a lot of tendus and elevé/relevés, dégagés, pas de chevals, etc. All the things that work the feet! Quote Link to comment
Guest tournout Posted August 22, 2002 Report Share Posted August 22, 2002 Having returned to pointe work after a LONG hiatus myself, my only recommendation is to be sure your shoes (if new) fit properly and are broken in sufficiently! Quote Link to comment
antbobby Posted August 25, 2002 Report Share Posted August 25, 2002 Get your lower stomach muscles well conditioned. It helps you pull up more. I think strength in your lower back and stomach really help with pointe - it quiets your center of alignment. Quote Link to comment
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