What's the conversion of ballet pointe shoes?

I'm looking to purchase a pair of pointe ballet shoes, and I wear a size 7 street shoe.. What is the appropriate size in ballet point shoes for me to get?

What's the conversion of ballet pointe shoes?sunshine

It depends on the shoe. If you get it fitted, the person should know all conversions. If you're ordering online (which I do not recommend in the slightest), the sizing chart will be there. At least it's there at www.discountdance.com.

Good luck, hope I helped.??

What's the conversion of ballet pointe shoes?star theater opera theater

9/8 what size are your ballet flats it should be slightly smaller than that but you need to try them and and get them fitted really.

as long as you classes they should tell if you dont do pointe classes dont get shoes.
Each brand has a different conversion. Your best bet is to get fitted at a ballet supply store.

If you dont have that option where you live, ask your teacher which brand they suggest , and then purchase at least 3 pairs in different sizes based on the conversion chart . Your teacher will be able to help you pick the best one.
it completely depends on the pointe shoe. if you look in a dance cataloge (such as Discount Dance) it will usually tell you the conversion for that particular shoe you are looking at. I normally wear size 6.5 and i wear 4.5 in Grishko pointe shoes.
wait, you're making it seem like you are going to wear these for fun (I'm looking to purchase.....). THESE SHOES ARE NOT FOR FUN! They are very uncomfortable, and for dancing in only. However, if you simply worded it wrong, get them fitted, and don't buy them online the first time. Go to your local dance store. POINTE SHOES ARE NOT STREET WEAR.

Streaches for ballet?

im starting up ballet again, but i wanna start to do some basics at home so im not too out of shape when i start again in feb or march. so can any one tell me streaches that the actually do in class or at home to help with splits and what not. i dont want anything u found on the internet i want what u have done and know works.

Streaches for ballet?musicals

dont push yourself too hard u'll get hurt

splits are always a good start if they are flat on the floor or against the wall. Preferably for ballet i would use against the wall but if you find that hard it wouldnt reli matter

also work on your point and flex sit on the floor with your back straight and legs flat on the ground in frount of u (straight) point flex point flex for as many times as necisarry and then reach down

hope this helps

xoxPeace Out and gd luck

Questions about ballet to improve balance and jumping?

My basketball coach wants me to attend some ballet classes run by a female ex-gym teacher at our school as a condition on keeping me on the team, in order for me to improve and work on both my balance and leaps. Basically he wants me to be more light footed and more effortless/graceful in jumping to get the most out of my potential. He said if I think this is for sissies then I'd have a real shock coming to me and this ex-teacher won't cut me any slack.

I've got to stop by the dance school on Monday night to meet her and also find out what clothing/shoes I have to buy for the class and learn more about what I am going to do there. She's putting me in a beginners class, I know that much.

Anyone have any idea what will be involved in the classes and also what male students normally have to wear for these kinds of classes?

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Questions about ballet to improve balance and jumping?performing arts show

Ballet is extremely difficult, and you will be very sore for the first few weeks if your teacher is running the class right and you're making an effort. You will also use muscles you didn't know you had. Guys wear a dance belt (supportive underwear to keep things in place), tights, black ballet slippers, and a black or white tight-fitting tshirt. You may consider cutting your hair, but you will never be required to put it in a bun. Only girls do that.

A traditional ballet class will start with barre exercises: http://www.abt.org/education/dictionary/...

Then you will have exercises in the center and across the floor.

Good luck to you, my friend. You will need it.

Questions about ballet to improve balance and jumping?opera cd opera theater

if your just in a beginners class i think a ponytail should be fine. i suggest you were shorts and bare feet. in the first couple of classes you'll probably lean about balance. good luck XD
Tie your hair up. No need to have it cut.
if its anything like my dance school you should get ur hair cut. in a begining class expect small jumps in 1st, 2nd. changements, basic tendues, battements, normal leaps, foot cramps, blisters, calluses, aching, (well maybe not in beginning, but for most dancing expect that if u do it correctly) o and you should expect ballet kicks, more jetes, only basic things, nothing hard at all, when u get in the advanced class, then you need to worry, i'm proud that you decided to start dancing, you wont regret it.
have to have ponytail if it is in ur face.

At a studio u wear at a t-shirt and tights

at a not so serious studio u would wear t-shirt and shorts.

Inflexibility in Ballet?

I am very inflexible in a bad way. I just started ballet. Is there any one there who can help me with more stretches and warmups so i can atleast gain some flexibility. What i need help most with is the splits, thats what everyone is learning. Everyone is way ahead of me because of my inflexibility is there any stretches or warmups to make doing them any easier?? Please Help

Inflexibility in Ballet?ballet theater

Warm up for a few minutes before you stretch - And note that people are more inflexible in the morning than at night. The right way to stretch is slow and relaxed. DO NOT BOUNCE. Bouncing can actually cause you to pull the muscle you are trying to stretch.

You should stretch to the point of "MILD OR MODERATE TENSION". If you overstretch you may cause damage. Back off (slowly) if the stretch feels painful.

Hold each stretch for a minimum of 20 seconds each, without bouncing. BREATHE slowly and naturally. Do not hold your breathe while stretching. Relax the stretch. Each time you breathe out try to relax further into the stretch a little more. Again, only to the point of mild or moderate tension.

It's a good idea to be doing stretches for your entire body - do a search for "stretching exercises" to see what those are. Meanwhile check the following website:

http://exercise.about.com/cs/flexibility...

for stretches which are good for front back splits. Hamstring Stretch; Inner Thigh Stretch; Lunge Stretch; Kneeling Hamstring stretch [you need pictures to show stretching and I can't get those to show on this]

And practice stretching for about an hour in the morning and one hour at night.

Inflexibility in Ballet?chicago theater opera theater

This is the last thing you will want to hear! But learning the splits takes a lot of time. And it's different for everybody.

Doing the splits is more of an excersise, a stretch, a warm up for ballet class. When do you ever see the splits performed on stage in a classical ballet? You don't, not on the floor. They are used in grand jetes, arasesques and other things that require great flexibility to do to their full extent.

So you need to ask yourself why you want your splits? Is it just to be able to show off and say you can do them? Or does it work towards a larger goal?

The main thing you can do is stretch every day or two (for some people it is good to have a rest day.) You should know some stretches from class. Use the ones you do in sport at school, as well. You should warm up (run around a bit, do some isolations, star jumps etc), then do some stretching. Do not practise the splits cold.

Ask your teacher and fellow peers for some good splits excersises.
Don't get me started on splits! I have agony each time I'm in class doing them!

Yoga is absolutely awesome for strength and flexibility, as well as pilates. Stick with it. I nearly died for a few weeks when I first started dancing, but it's amazing how your body adapts.
for splits here are some stretches and exercises-

first start out by stretching and warming up your leg muscles make sure you stretch your hamstrings and calves out really welll before starting also it helps to take a hot shower before hand to warm up your muscles.

stretch- this is aresistance stretch, face your bathroom or kitchen counter top and put one leg on it, then (using your leg muscles) push down as hard as you can for 30 seconds,rest and then do 30 more seconds, (repeat with other leg)

stretch-this is another resistance stretch, face away from your bathroom or kitchen counter and place your leg (knee down) on the counter and using your leg muscles push as hard as you can down for 30 seconds then rest then 30 more seconds(repeat on other side)

training-this I call pillow splits, forst put a bunch of pillows underneath you it can be as amny as 20 or as little as 5 and ease down into the splits stay there for a while and just hang out, watch t.v., finish homework, etc. then over the days remove a pilloe or two at a time and let gravity do it's work (remember to do both splits)

training-this is a swimthrough exercise for your middle splits or straddle splits, first you are going to put both feet infront of you parallell, count to 5, then you are going to slide into your middle split, hold for5, then go back to parallell,count to 5, then go into your middle splits but lean forwad onto your stomach and use your arms to push yourself forward and out of your middle splits so your feet end up behind you (tat is called a swim through) repeat this 4 times

training- over splits are pretty slef explanatory, find a small chair or stack 1 or 2 pillows up and place your front foot on top of your surface then slide down into your splits and hold it, (remebr to do all 3 sides)

training-find a wall with nothing in the way sit with your butt against the wall and put your legs out into a straddle and push down with your own leg muscle as hard as you can and hold it for at least a minute

training-lay down on your back and take one leg and oulling it towards your nose as hard as you can remeber to do this withboth legs.

then the last and best thing yo can do is just to stretch and hold your splits on a regular basis

-if oyuhave any othe questions email me at lulublue2@gmail.com

-hope this helps some : )
Warm up with some plies and staccato jumps in 1st-5th positions. then stretch stretch stretch. Stretch in the morning when you wake up and at night before you go to bed. do it everyday and you will see some improvement. But dont expect it to be immediate you have to work at it. Stretching also improves your extension.

Are those ballet type shoes appropriate for prom?

My date is my height, so I don't want to wear heels.

My dress isn't your typical prom dress. It's tea-length, with a chiffon overlay that goes down farther. The whole dress is pink.

So, would those ballet-type flats be appropriate?

Are those ballet type shoes appropriate for prom?concert tickets

Sure, I actually think that would be quite cute. Id get a silver ballet flat, so it doesn't look so "matchy"

Are those ballet type shoes appropriate for prom?theater seating opera theater

Not really but if you must, you must.
Absolutely!!! Think about it... Everyone takes their shoes off @ prom anyways. I knew some girls who wore flip flops. I would definately wear flats (only if it is a long dress.) Nobody sees your feet anyways.
Sure, maybe just not the rubber-sneaker type. Get the ones that are more dressy.
Sure why not? They're definitely in style right now....very cute....and it would save you from a LOT of pain so you could concentrate on your hot date instead of your screaming in pain toes!
sure, I think those would be great! I wore white satin ones with my wedding dress. You could even dress them up with a little lace or rhinestones if you wanted them to be a little fancier!
if they look good with the dress and you love them then absolutely. just make sure your dress doesnt drag all over the floor and get ruined. oh what i would do to go back to my prom!!
I actually think that flats are a good idea for prom, especially because you'll be dancing, a lot of girls end up taking off their shoes to dance, but wearing flats, you won't have that problem.

And it helps the height issue.

As long as the flats are more formal, I think it'd be cute.

Have fun. ?
sweetie it is your body and if you have the balls to wear em then by all means do it

a friend of mine is wearing converse hi tops with her dress

i am wearing gold gladiator sandals

and my reason is that it will be easier to dance in and my bf is my height too

ballet flats are totally cute

just as long as you look nice and not all short and stumpy because tea length dresses tend to shoeten a person

i say go for it
I don't think it would be appropriate, nor do I think it would look good with your dress, but it could? Also, you could try kitten heels, or a very very low heel shoe. Have fun at the prom =]
I don't think so. But maybe after prom. If u go to a party after the prom. Maybe u can find a low heels so u won't be as much taller than your date.
Normally no, but being that your date is ur height and the style of dress your wearing, I think it'll be cute.
if they're really really cute and go well with your outfit, sure. but a lot of people wear them to school on like no special occasion. but today i saw this really cute like creme silk pair.

sure, for prom. good luck!
yea, they are appropriate but they have to be formal its actually a good idea because they're more comfortable to dance and have a good in. by the end of they night your feet wont be hurting. good luck. have fun at your prom
If wearing them will make you feel comfortable then you should wear them. Why not? Plus they have all kinds of styles so I'm sure that you will find some that go perfect with your dress. Just remember that you want to be happy with your pictures because when you look back at them you don't want to be hating the fact that you don't like them because you wont ever be able to have a second prom!
sure it is! since these are in style right now...y not!?

Can I lie about my age to get into ballet?

I am 23 years old and I am getting very very good at ballet. I want to know ... can I lie about my age to get into a ballet company? Can I lie about my age on my exams at the ballet studio I am at? I know how cutthroat the ballet world is and don't want my age to come before my talent.

Can I lie about my age to get into ballet?performing art center

these days, age matters less than technique. most companies would allow you to audtion....if your honest. lying is a great way to get in and then get thrown out when they figure it out. how long could you keep that up? and don't like to your studio either...if you get caught, the ballet world is a small one, and you will find out that its more cuthroat than you think...get black listed at one studio/company, and its over. no one will train you, employ you, allow you to sit in the audience. just be honest, and most companies dont ask your age at the audtion. they watch you perform, set up an interview, and then....you go from there. good luck!

Can I lie about my age to get into ballet?theatre tickets opera theater

it depends if your lying to make you be younger, thats ok but if your lying to make you look older, thats not a good idea. because you were already there at that age all you have to do is go back.
lying gets you nowhere! if you get found out for lying, you'll get thrown out anyway, so i really wouldn't bother. x
The choice is up to you BUT think about both sides of your own question:

Pro: If you lie you can get in and start achieveing your dream slightly eariler then the rest so you MIGHT have a little extra boost.

Con: With the total and utter lack of privacy on the internet ther is a 99.9% chance that your real information will come to light and they might punish you for your deception by kicking you out.

Which is more important to you?

Is a small advantage more important to you then getting found out and being kicked out for dishonesty??

Will another school take you after you are censured for lying by the company you were at?

I, personally, don't think it is worth the risk.

But you will do what you want to do... I just hope you have both the positive and negative outcomes in your head when you do it.
id say if it'd help you go for it, whatever it takes. but could you pull off the age you'd be saying? and what would happen if they found out? cos they chances are if you lie, sooner or later you'll be found out.
i dont think you should because it could come back and they could find out that you are lying. if you are good enough it wont matter what your age is.
What if someone finds out you're lying? Wouldn't that look worse than being truthful about your age?
My daughter has been to a couple professional auditions (she's a senior BFA dance major) and age is not a factor that is needed on her resume or is asked about. All that the artistic directors care about is a) talent and skill and b) whether you've had any other professional experience. There is no reason for you to reveal your age.
if your really good

then the company wont mind if your too young or old

they just want the best

and u might get severe punishment for lying on an exam and to the company
when they do a backgroung check they'll fing out and it will diminish your chances to work in any company

Taking up ballet lessons as an adult?

I'm 22 now and I took ballet lessons from the age of 5-14. I danced pointe and got to a fairly advanced level. But between college (and other things) i've gotten out of shape. I've still retained by muscular legs and great arch, but I'm really not flexible anymore. Would I be able to take adult classes and get back en pointe? Any suggestions for getting back in shape? Thanks

Taking up ballet lessons as an adult?oper

Absolutely you can take an adult class. You will have to ease back into being more flexible and into "shape". Be sure you warm up really well and then stretch as best you can. Take it slow and don't overdo anything - the last thing you need is an injury that is slow to heal. At 22 you are hardly "old" and really shouldn't have a hard time. You should also be able to get back into the advanced womens classe after a few months (if not sooner). I've seen a bunch of women like you start off in adult class then as they get in shape and flexible move into a group that has more classes/week . Good Luck.

Taking up ballet lessons as an adult?hollywood theater opera theater

best way to get back in shape is to get back to class. meantime, you probably remember your barre work (plies, tendus, etc), so you can practice that around the house.

do go and enjoy!

Square toed ballet flats?

I've been looking for square toed ballet flats like crazy and i cant seem to find the perfect ones. Anyone know where i can find some? Preferably in metallic colors and nothing over $40. Thanks! =D

Square toed ballet flats?theater

ha good luck lol

Square toed ballet flats?london theatre opera theater

nothing over $40 no chance hun
they have alot on .http://www.piperlime.com/?isViewAll=fals... it's as easy as clicking flats and then clicking squared toe.
the jessica simpson shoe line has those

but i dont know if they are under $40

they are very cute though
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?cat...

http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?cat...

http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?cat...

I think the last ones will work out the best for what you want. =]
this was the best i could do.

http://www.bandolino.com/s?namespace=cat...

i couldn't find any at aldoshoes.com ninewest.com stevemadden.com nor urbanoutfitters.com

bandolino.com hardly had any. but i swear i've seen square toed flats for abt 40 in the stores. maybe they're not online? sorry, i tried. good luck though!
old navy.com

So i want to dance ballet...?

i want to learn ballet i am 13 years old so i dunno if i can or where...

my friend has been doing ballet since she was little but i think it looks so cool! so i like in Milw, WI so any ideas?

So i want to dance ballet...?theatre

you live near me...I live in waukesha. I'm 14. The milwaukee Ballet school...go there. It's next to the waukesha county fair office and its in a little strip mall type building next to a little barber shop ...My friend went there and she's very good. I'll try looking in the phone book for some other places ...though i can't promise all the ones I list all offer ballet.

*Academy of dance arts- all ages ......in Brown Deer

*Accent on dance studios....waukesha

*Anita's dance center....muskego

*Arabesque Dance studio.....West Allis

*Art in motion School of dance......East side of milwaukee

*Ballet Guild LDT.....Hartford

*C M Dance Studio.....doesn't say where

*Csaa Di Danza.......New berlin

*Castle of the arts....New Berlin

*City Ballet theatre......Milwaukee

*Dance academy LDT....elm grove

*Dance defined Studio....new berlin

*Dance Repertoire....West aliis

*Dance Tracks (I feel the need to mention that I HIGHLY dislike this place and encourage you to chose somewhere else)..the place is in waukesha

*DanceWorks Inc ......water

*Donna Jean's School of dance...south sussex and elm grove

*Elation Dance Center.....Delafield

*Encore Dance Studio......Men Fls

*Encore Dance Studio.....Cedarburg

*5678 Dance Studio LLC....Ocanomowauk (i spelled that wrong)

*Fred Astaire Dance Studio....Brookfield, "Downtown", Menomonee Falls, Mequon, Pewaukee, and Wales

*Gayle's Dance Studio...Milwaukee

*Geri Sawer School of dance...Glindel

*Giraud Studio of the arts......New berlin

*Hansings' school of dance....Ocnmw (haha I abbriviated it this time)

*Hartford Dance academy....obviously Hartford...

*Kellar Dance Studio(where I take dance!).....downtown waukesha and wawatosa

*Lake shore dance.....Saukville (wherever that is)

*Lisa Marie Dance studio....West aliis

*Metro Milwaukee Ballet Center.....West allis

*Milwaukee Ballet school ( Very good place) ....waukesha, fox point, Brookfield

*Mirror Image dance academy....west bend

*Miss Beckt LLC....Ha Cor

*Miss Connie's Studio of dance....Wawatosa

*Nancy Dianne Studioof dance LTD....Germantown

*Nacy Steifert North Shore Dance Studio...Mequon

*Next Step Dance Studio......Oak Clark

*Odyssey Dance School...Greenfield

*On your toes dance studio....Milwaukee

*Salto dance studio...Waukesha

*Silverado Country Kickers.....greenfield

*Studio 21 POm and dance......Oak creek

*To the pointe Fine arts Education....hartland

So yea...lots to choose from...if you want the numbers tell me for which ones and ill add them. otherwise look on pages 403 through 405 of the yellow pages under "dance instruction" The YMCA also has some lessons but the course has already started. Personally, I highly suggest the Milwaukee ballet school. go to http://milwaukeeballet.org/ for more info on it. I take lessons at Kellar Dance Studio but thats in downtown waukesha. Ask your friend where she takes dance...that should be a good place to start as well, chances are very slim you'll be in the same class but you'll work your way up with practice over the years. Hope i could help some...I'm really glad you want to join!!!! Of course you can and don't give up! (its much harder then it looks) You CAN do it and its a lot of fun. Best of luck and keep a positive attitude!

So i want to dance ballet...?opera music opera theater

Hmm.. Does your friend live in the same town as you then?? Not sure what to tell you as far as where to sign up but I think thats great. I was in ballet when I was younger. One of the best ones in 1st grade and the dance instructor wanted to put me dancing with the high schoolers but I was shy and didn't know the older girls so I held out and didn't.. I continued to dance til I had health problems that caused me to drop dance and swimming. I think you should go for it, its not too late. Practice makes perfect! Give it a try! Best of luck!*
Good for you. No interest in ballet myself, but yeah.
Hi, I think you should go for it
You can totally take dance. I go to a studio in Florida and a bunch of people just joined and a lot of them are older than 13 and they are really good for beginners.
hey i want to do ballet too and i want to become a professional so if u wanna chat sopmtimes about dance then email me

What should i do when im practicing ballet every day? strength training ect?

k so im not taking a dance class but ive taken ballet, tap, and jazz, for over 8 years. ive recently stopped but i want to still stay in "dancer shape" lol and keep up with stretching and dancing on my own.

i still love to dance, especially ballet and i want to continue it as a hobby. every day im stretching for 30 minutes (20 before and 10 after i dance and work out) and im doing about 100 releves, 40 releve passes, 100 crunches, frappes, plies, and some other things.. lol but idk what else to do. its weird practicing on my own. so what are some daily ballet excersizes i could do? i was pretty advanced i think, if i signed up for classes for this year instead of quiting, i would be on pointe. i was already at company level. so if theres something youre not sure if i can do, just put it down and if i cant do it, i could probably learn it.

lol k well thanks everyone

What should i do when im practicing ballet every day? strength training ect?pacific theater

Hi there, I have it on good authority to stay in good shape you must do a hundred grand plies and a hundred grand batment a day!! Above all just have fun with it!!

Can taking ballet and dance class for 7yrs break your hymen?

im just asking...cause i have been taking dance class ballet jazz etc for 7yrs and i just wanna know does your hymen break from that

Can taking ballet and dance class for 7yrs break your hymen?the grand theater

Yes it can. A girl's hymen can be broken by any kind of activity that puts strain on her genitals. Dancing could do it.

But don't worry about whether or not you have broken it. It won't hurt you to not have it, and (if you haven't started yet) when you start your period, you'd probably have broken it from tampon use. I can't imagine wearing a pad with leotards and dance costumes that are normally tight.

It doesn't mean that you aren't a virgin, or put you at any health risk. It's just a membrane that really doesn't do anything.

Can taking ballet and dance class for 7yrs break your hymen?soap opera opera theater

why would it?
No, it would only break from penetration of some kind or something strenuous like riding a horse..etc. It can break if was barely attached to start with. It really depends on the individual.
Any physical sorts or similar activity, such as gymnastics or dancing can break a girls hymen. Its not out of the realm of possibility.
No it can't,only have intercourse or inserting something deep inside can.
yes,any physical activity can result in your hymen being broken not just intercourse
yes,

it's just a thin layer of skin, any physical activity can break it.

Don't worry about it so much though, either way your prob. not ever really going to tell any difference.

Will shoe polish turn pink ballet shoes white?

I just switched my daughter's ballet school. She had just gotten new pink ballet shoes, but this school requires white. Do you think I can just put white shoe polish on the pink ones?

Will shoe polish turn pink ballet shoes white?chinese theater

NO!!! NEVER PUT SHOE POLISH ON BALLET SLIPPERS! NEVER EVER!

The only thing you can do is buy new ones.

I am assuming she does not need pointe shoes...LOL.

Here are some places to get ballet slippers.

http://www.justforkix.com/ballet_slipper...

Will shoe polish turn pink ballet shoes white?opera mini opera theater

Yes but it will eventually crack and you will need to reapply.
Just buy a new pair. The polish will continually rub off, plus it will look bad. Spring for the new shoes so your daughter won't feel self-conscious.
Shoe polish is made for hard surfaces. Ballet shoes are made of fabric, so you would have to dye them. Unfortunately, if she has already worn them, the dirt from the soles will get all over the shoes when you try to get them wet during the color-stripping process.
If her pointes are the silky ones the shoe polish will make them look hard and ugly, almost leathery.

I'd recommend putting a cap full of bleach in a bucket of hot water.

Let them soak for 10 minutes, and then take a lot of care to rinse them out properly using first hot and them cold water.

Let them air dry and maybe apply some polish to the soles to keep them soft if they are leather..

Hope this helps.
Ummm... I really dont think thats going to do much. Even the Cremes wont stain it enough.

You might want to just try bleaching them or something. I was a shoe shiner in Vegas so I know that polish definatly wont work.
You could do but it would make them very stiff and very uncomfortable. Get new ones.
Polish won't work.... you can only dye them....Better yet, search on E bay, a lot of good deals there and you could probably pick up another pair relatively cheap...Good luck!

Does practising ballet barefoot make your feet stronger?

I'm not at the pointe stage yet - yeah, I know how it's dangerous to do pointe work in bare feet, but I'm not there yet, so no worries! =p

I'm still middling with basic barre work, relev茅s, demi-pointe... playing around with that stuff, y'know. Just wondering if practising barefoot would make my feet stronger (as opposed to practising with ballet slippers).

Besides, I do prefer being barefoot, I love going up on my tippy toes barefoot wheehee ^_^

Does practising ballet barefoot make your feet stronger?star theater

No. It makes you get callouses on the bottom of your feet which helps with modern dance but doesn't matter at all for ballet because pointe shoes make calluses in different places. Also, your muscles are made a little bit stronger from the resistance of pointing the soft shoe, so if you really want to get stronger then wear full sole leather, not split-sole or canvas shoes.

And I really hope that by "tippy toes" you mean demi-pointe, because if you already know how dangerous it is to try full pointe on bare feet, why would you be doing it just to have a little fun?

Does practising ballet barefoot make your feet stronger?extension opera theater

Barefoot is better for the musculature of the foot, ballet or otherwise.

Be well.
no, dancing barefoot won't make ur feet stronger, but it will be the same as dancing with split sole slippers. actually, dancing with slippers that aren't split sole will make your feet stronger, because you have to work harder to get your turnout and to strengthen the core of your foot. If your goal is to get to pointe, you'll be better prepared dancing with full sole slippers.
No,because when u get into Pointe Shoes ur not used to ur toes crunched up in a toe box.Because when u go Barefoot ur toes spread out!!~

Is it too late to start taking ballet?

I am 16 years old and I have always wanted to do ballet. I have never taken any ballet classes but I did gymnastics for three years and I did cheerleading for seven years. My mom says it is too late for me to start doing ballet now. She says that she will have to put too much money into it considering that I am starting too late to ever get anywhere with it. What do you think?

Is it too late to start taking ballet?opera songs

1. It is never too late. Seriously, people start when they're fifty.

2. My ballet teacher, Gary Hubler, started dancing when he was about 18, in a recreational group. he then went on to perform in LA, Las Vegas, Chicago, and on Broadway. He recently retired from head of the dance department at Webster University in St. Louis. He is my idol.

3. Even if you don't go anywhere with ballet after you take it, you've made your life better by increasing your flexibilty, learning control and dedication, fighting obesity, abd generally becaoming a healthier, smarter, more well-rounded person.

Good luck with your decision!

Is it too late to start taking ballet?secure browser opera theater

Its not to late if you just wanna do it for fun... Its way to late if you were thinking of being a professional ...
Don't EVER let anyone tell you it's too late to do ANYTHING!

So you won't go professional.

So what???

I say: Go for it! and just have fun!
It is absolutely not too late. I had danced for years and when I got to college there were people dancing right alongside me who hadn't trained long at all (some had just started as Freshmen in college). In fact, two of them are now dancing in NYC (whereas I'm wistfully daydreaming about it from the office).

In addition, ballet is truly the foundation for all other forms of dance. It might lead to your interest in other things (jazz, modern, tap, etc).

Above all else though, any dancer can tell you it's all in the heart. Whether it is a career or not, dance is a gift and an experience. I hope your mom comes around. Good luck!
No! its never too late. I started getting serious about ballet when i was older than most people and i love it! I know you will enjoy it, everyone does! okay not everyone, but go for it :)
Personally, I think it is too late. I have been dancing for 11 years now and if someone our age came into my class as a beginner, you would struggle alot. Unless you found a class for people your age whom are beginners. It is hard though to start now. My teacher will sometimes just shout out moves to do and we understand and can do it. You would have trouble.
No not at all, I don't think..It may be if you want to be a pro, but just sign up at a local studio. I have taken (classical) ballet since the age of 5 or 6, but you should be fine. thing is, most girls your age are on pointe. See if you can take regular class until you are ready. Ballet is fun, but it takes a lot of time and strength.the fact that u did gymnastics will help, because it's good to be flexible!Good luck!!

American Eagle ballet sneakers?

I ordered a pair of ballet sneakers from AE today:

http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp...

Does anyone have these? If so, are they comfortable? And oh yeah, what should I wear with these? I have a lot of Aeropostale tank tops and polos. Thanks :D

*Oh, and I know I posted this before, but the link messed up.

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I really hated the comfort. The heel literally ripped open after 1 month. I personally didn't enjoy them, but since you already bought them, it's too late to get rid of them.

But they are cute, that's for sure!

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cute shorts and a tank would be cute
they gave ne a blister........

Pointe exercises !! ballet?

i am in ballet and have done it for about 4 years and jsut started again.. i really want to do pointe as soon as i can and i wanna be ready for it so are there any exercises i can do to help get more strength and more flexible feet ( plus a good arch)

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do a lot of plies and releves to stretch you calves. Wear your pointe shoes around the house to break them in...

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jsut keep practicing everything you do in class you really can't speed up going to ponite you don't want to start to early because you can hurt yourself if you aren't ready
tendu's are really great for strengthening and improving flexible feet but make sure you point your feet until you get cramps in them. that should do it!
do some exercises like going up on demi- point and bending over. also, go to some point classes and take the class on flat. u do that 4 a while, and u will become very strong and when u get on pointe, u will b very good already! hope i helped!

I dance ballet...?

i started ballet when i was 12(late, i know) but the instructors thought i could do well because i had taken dance at school. i was actually pretty good, and they put me on pointe when i was 14. but i still cant do the splits or a full leap, so even though im best on pointe at the academy, i cant be in copany. what should i do?

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Stretch A LOT. It takes a lot of practice and flexibility to be able to do a split or a perfect leap. I've taken dance for the past 13 years and still have difficulties if I'm not completely stretched.

When you're watching TV or sitting doing homework, pop into a split. Sit with one leg straight out and the other leg bent behind you and stretch forward. Stretch by doing the 'butterfly' or by putting both legs out straight in front of you and lean over to touch your toes.

I know some dance teachers say it's wrong, but I was taught this way so you can take it or leave it: overstretch. Do a split, but place one leg on a chair or other surface (we used folded mats). You'll feel a stretch, but don't overdo it to the point where you pull a muscle.

Becoming more flexible takes effort. So be 100% dedicated. Picture a dancer with a perfect split, and say to your self that thats what you want. With any spare time, start stretching, and remember that if you get sore, it's one of those 'good pains.'

Good luck! :)

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pracctive some more!
get a personal trainer even if only for a little while...you need strength and flexibilty...badly!
try streaching everyday and work on it everyday trying to fo the splits
Ask your instructors for specific exercises that you can do to increase your flexibility. They exist and your instructors can help you. It's never too late to increase your flexibility. Don't be discouraged. It will take a little time, but in a few months, you should be able to do the splits and a full leap.

Boxing and ballet?

To me, boxing is like a ballet, except there's no music, no choreography, and the dancers hit each other.

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Boxing is a ballet based on choreographed stepping and arm movements that will enable you to beat your opponent or vise versa.

I love boxing and want SOOOOOOOOOOO much to see De La Hoya and Merryweather this Saturday night but I have to work-boohoo!

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agreed boxing is like a ballet. Rock climbing has also been compared to ballet.

The dance of the hunter and the hunted.

Why would ballet shoes be in style at my friends high school?

She says that a lot of people have been wearing single sole, black ballet slippers. I know they're comfortable, but isn't that a lot of money for shoes that will wear out quickly if your wearing them to walk around school and outside? Why would this be in style? Do you think its a good idea?

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I don't think it is actual ballet shoes we are talking about. I think we are talking about flats with thin rubber sole (or other durable material designed to wear outside). It is not the real ballet slipper you could wear to a ballet class. They only look somewhat close to ballet slippers, but in reality they are street shoes. You can buy those at any department store. Yeah, they look cute on some people.

If it was real actual ballet slippers - no, I wouldn't recommend them as a regular shoe to wear for everyone. This would be just silly - why don't we all start wearing socker boots, or skiing boots. These shoes are designed to help your body to perform a certain task. They are not designed to give your foot proper support when walking.

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Because they're desperate for attention...no, I lied.
Because people obviously have no regard for money and are just in it to be cool.
i don't know where u live, but from where im from there extremely in style. you have to decide whats more important. how you look, or how much money you have.

i personally choose how you look. if you get them, just get non cheap ones so they don't wear out.

the new coach ones have laster me a a few months already.
I love my ballet slippers. You can actually buy them in many variations, some with a good sole that will last for quite a while, especially if the uppers are made of a good leather. They are soft, feminine shoes that are very versitile. I wear mine with poth pants and skirts.
the ballet slippers, aka flats, are designed to have long-lasting soles (to fit trends) and can be bought in almost any fashion store(including discount ones).

well, i personally think they are comfy and convenient (not to mention how cute they are), since you can dress them up or down and fit almost any occasion. it's a good idea if you like it, but if you don't, it's just a trend and you don't have to follow it.
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Becausethe "Chain Gang"aka skinny,drug users,bitches have mad this the style.Its to help you will you bunyons stay healthy and fresh,keeps you looking short.and helps you have you ballet shoes on atfer school,it will be in and out just a quick as uggs or crocs.dont fall into the Chain Gang wicked plan to get you
No way are kids wearing actual ballet slippers to school! Those things really aren't that comfortable!
theyre probably just ballet flats, which are designed to look like ballet slippers but aren't actually and are built more durably for everyday wear. chanel has been making them since forever but by now everyone is. however, if this school is kind of out in the middle of nowhere, people may have seen the trend and copied it by wearing actual ballet slippers because they couldn't find the flats. they would wear out quickly, but theyre like, 25 dollars a pair, which is not really that much money for a pair of shoes. yeah, i dont know about actual slippers, but the ballet flat look is very much in style.

for example:

http://shoes.about.com/od/shoe_styles/tp...

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Can I get in a ballet high school of arts ..or is it too late..?

I want to get in a school of arts for high school...but i dont know if im good enough...any ballet tips i can work on..? i started ballet when i was 3 years old..and im 13 now (end of 7th grade)......do you think its long enough...i wear toeshoes..but i want tips from a pro..but i dont know where i can find a tip from a ballerina.....help! any tips..or anything..like i should always have my back straight? anything!!

Can I get in a ballet high school of arts ..or is it too late..?

Are you trying to get into a specific high school ballet program or would you apply for several of them. No one can really say what your particular chances are for a specific program; you would just have to audition and see what happens. But in general, I don't see why you're so worried. You started ballet young, you wouldn't apply until next year, so you're right on time!

With some of the ballet boarding schools, the high tuition costs present the bigger hurdle than the audition requirements. A place like Virginia School of the Arts is fairly easy to get into, as long as you're a decent dancer, but once you're in, it's a tough program and very, very expensive. Many families also don't feel that their 9th grade kids are ready to go away to boarding school, so they wait until 11th grade to enroll.

You're at a good age to look into all of the schools and decide what you want to do. Join the "Ballet Talk for Dancers" message board to learn more about all of the Pre-professional schools and residence programs for ballet.

http://dancers.invisionzone.com/index.ph...

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i am a former ballerina and at you age you can do it! Believe in yourself and dont lose too much weight. I am a former gymnast and dancer in the arts. look up info of Nadia Comenci and Bart Conner. We want to see you do well and Practice Practice Practice. Nadia was the perfect ten and she is here in the USA.