Do i have to take class before wearing my pointe shoes?

People saying it is better if we take class in slipper before wearing pointe shoes, and what is the danger of not taking class before, and just start the class/dance?

Do i have to take class before wearing my pointe shoes?
if you are a professional, then no. based on ur question I would think you aren't. it's a good idea to fully stretch and warm up the foot and ankle before dancing on pointe. the best way would be to have class before. also, if you are just learning pointe this will be the way u are taught. a tired or weak foot will cause injury in pointe shoes. i know u are excited about dancing on pointe but take ur time and follow the instruction (even if it seems u are going slow) it will pay off in the long run
Reply:You should DEFINETLY take classes in slipper for about 4-5 years before you take pointe. You need to gain technique in ballet, strengthen your ankles, perfect your balancing skills, learn to perfect your turn out and hip alignment, and learn basic foot placement. You need to prepare you body to be on pointe. This all important so when you get on pointe you don't hurt yourself. I started ballet when I was 2 1/2 years old, but I didn't go on pointe untill I was 10!! To lessen the risk of injury, go on slipper first. Your body will thank you later!! :)


Good Luck!
Reply:If you have taken ballet for a few years and have permission to be en pointe (which I'm assuming you do) it's fine to just do a simple warm-up and then start class or rehearsal in pointe shoes. You can do some Pilates exercises, plies, tendus, and releves, and then stretch and you should be ready for class.



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