Pointe Shoe Fitting for Adult Beginner Dancers

[@AllieOnPointe]

I just love how supportive you are of adult ballet students! ❤️👏🏼

[@princessroxyvincenzo5602]

Me too.

[@Tara-cv1wp]

Yes yes YES!!!!! Josephine's vids for adults en pointe especially us that haven't "really danced" in 10-20+yrs too is sooooooooo comforting not only to her clients but for ALLLLLLLLL of us viewing & relating to her vids too!!!! Her vids have made me ball my eyes out sooooooo many times & have helped me in my journey of finally REALLY picking professional/classical dance back up after 18yrs!!!! Altho I look very young & am very tiny, I just simply do NOT feel comfortable walking into a place to get a pointe fitting at 36yrs old after 18yrs of NO classical ballet classes/training!!!!! Yeah I absolutely HAVE harnessed my past dance life in my adult life ESPECIALLY love & have gotten complimented on how i mash up ALL my dance knowledge/experience genres ALL into 1 when i dance at concerts/raves, i have utilized my experience in pole dancing too etc...BUT I have NOT professionally/classically kept on pointe (pun intended haha) with such as an adult, poor growing up & pandemic life has been devastating financially, emotionally, physically!!!! After MANH severe traumatic things that I've experienced during pandemic days I have been trying to re-harness such for positive healthy mental health & confidence AND getting back to being FULLY comfortable in my skin again...& I've been a bit lost as to how to go about affording a fitting to delve back into this, instead of being in counterproductive therapy & on shitty pharmaceuticals!!!! AND shittly fitted pointe shoes can & WILL be detrimental to ones mental health, confidence, sexuality etc...for ALLLLLLLLL ages & especially during/after pandemic days AND in this digital age too!!!! Sooooooooo its crucial that fitters, dance teachers, previous dancers, current dancers etc...ARE more open minded, accepting, uplifting, positive, non-judgmental etc...as Josephine ABSOLUTELY is!!!!!! I absolutely FULLY NEED Josephine in my life🦄💋🖤🥰🖤🥰🖤

[@mimiduquette8786]

@@Tara-cv1wp You're not kidding!! I do, too!!!

[@llamalover02]

*every single older dancer ever* THANK YOU!! :D

[@alaskaballetdancer28]

I am thrilled to see you fitting adults on this channel. One thing that I wish you could do would be to tell us what the shoe brands and models are that you are moving students out of or moving them into in addition to letting us know why one shoe works and the others don’t. I would find this information very useful. Thanks for the continuing videos, I look forward to the next!

[@Crewelperleology]

Knowing the shoe brands and models to try and to recommend is part of her expertise. I imagine it might be detrimental to business to detail her fitting method with the corresponding brands. Although I might be mistaken.

[@Charoula1608]

I'm pretty sure she doesn't say what she uses because she doesn't want to steer you in any particular direction. What works for the person in the video might not work for you, even if you have similar issues.

[@cled3600]

I don’t remember which, but I have seen her naming brands and comparing them on objective points, saying which “model” is better for what.

[@ToriAnneNH]

These are my feet exactly. I danced for over 25 years and I STILL have the world's most inflexible feet. I envy those who can point their toes so beautifully and without effort. #The StruggleIsReal

[@ninagalvani1007]

Tori Robinson try therapeutic massage. It really works! When restrictions in soft tissues are released, you become measurably stronger and more flexible. Find a good LMT and make sure to tell them you are a dancer and need extra work on feet and ankles. Also, get a lacrosse ball on amazon and step on it and roll it around to massage the crunchy bits out -it’ll hurt more at first, but that’s normal. Do the ball thing everyday. Never underestimate the rolling ankle and pointing toe exercises. I’m an adult dancer (turned 38 today) who overcame more with my body than I ever expected. Don’t give up hope!

[@surreal-wanderer]

Love the positively towards adults learning Pointe! Going back to ballet (I took it on and off as a kid, my parents let me lead that decision) after not having been in it since I was a young kid, and learning Pointe is something I'm thinking about doing, but I just wasn't sure learning Pointe as an adult was even something people did. Thank you!!

[@Gemma-np5xk]

I went back to ballet last year after 20+ years of not dancing, I asked my teacher this exact question last week- adults can learn pointe even if they've never done it before. I'm excited it's my next goal

[@jessicabee9299]

I have taken up ballet as an adult. I look forward to getting my first pair of pointe shoes, thank you for showing this video, it's great inspiration 💖

[@himnher4]

Have you gotten your pointe shoes yet?!

[@lesleyvh7079]

@@himnher4 I CAME TO ASK THE SAME 😭

[@tokkina6611]

This gives me hope because I started doing ballett at 28 (I'm 29 now) and my ankles are not really flexible. And I can't get to the 180° although I keep stretching and stuff. I thought it might be impossible to go on pointe like that, but I see that this woman also doesn't have such flexible ankles. So maybe I still have a chance one day 🤗

[@sarah78neidrich83]

You always have a chance at it. I started ballet at 35. I am 42 now and was invited to my first pointe evaluation.

[@tokkina6611]

@@sarah78neidrich83 yeah but I didnt mean because of my age 😅 I meant because of my ankles and how I can't get them straight. Thought that might keep my from getting on pointe.

[@vivianfreitas6179]

I'll start taking classes next week at 20 years old, and I've only been dancing at home (mainly following Kathryn Morgan's classes) for a little while. I really relate to your concern, and to your hopes as well. I one hundred percent believe you'll get to go en pointe. Keep dancing

[@tokkina6611]

@@vivianfreitas6179 I started out doing it alone at homemwith Kathryn Morgan as well :) Thanks for your support and I hope you will achieve your goals as well 😊

[@vivianfreitas6179]

@@tokkina6611 Own, thanks

[@leilani3212]

Look how many laces her sneakers have

[@cf8595]

lol why did you do that to me - now I'm stressed XD

[@annika4462]

@@cf8595 Same!

[@hiii8589]

Omg

[@Stewalebeth]

I danced when I was young. Now I’m 41 and kids are moving out. I’d love to take classes again but assumed I’d never get to do pointe again. This changed my mine. Signing up for class today. ❤

[@Dances_in_the_kitchen]

Yes, go for it! 👏🏻😃 I also came back to pointe just 6 months ago (at the age of 41!) and since then I’m training regularly 2 times per week. Before I actually did it I played a really long time with the idea but I’m so glad I overcame my doubts 😊 All the best for you!! ❤🩰

[@Stewalebeth]

I hope you signed up! I’m 41 and signed up early this year. 4th class this Saturday! I am in love with it all - all over again

[@babireggiani]

Such a good fitting, her foots looks way better and you can notice the problem fixed right way ❤️

[@tatemitchell1479]

For anyone struggling with inflexible ankles, try these: 1. Theraband exercises, i.e. sitting on the floor and putting the toes into the band, then pulling it tight, followed by flexing and pointing the toes. Another exercise might by standing at the barre with the band wrapped around one leg, while doing tendus with the other - even small tendus are fine once you’re working the ankle. You’ll work your feet AND ankles by doing this. 2. A foot stretcher. It does the same thing as a theraband but it holds your foot in the same pointed position the whole time. Good for building resistance against cramps. 3. A fascial-release ball. Any of those smooth roller balls that people use for self-massage. I like to sit on my bed or on a chair, and put it under my heel whilst pointing my toes all the way to the ground. It helps you to naturally guide your feet in the right direction. 4. Tendus. Endless tendus. That’s what helped me the most. Just watching myself in the mirror as I gradually got better and better and better. A few weeks ago I couldn’t point at all without getting a cramp, but now I can lie down, turn out my feet, and have my only my toes and heels touching without any sign of discomfort. I need to build it up to not letting my heels touch either, but I’m a little way from that just yet! Should be possible though since I have hyper extension in my knees. Keep going! You’ll get there eventually. I assume the reason Josephine was ok with the shoe breaking low was because the dancer’s feet will eventually strengthen themselves enough to lift her right out of that reclined position and up over her box. So don’t freak out if you don’t have Zhakarova feet instantly lol! 💖

[@gabrielle4821]

Don’t use foot stretchers though. The only thing they will help you do it get injured.

[@aylasanchez5867]

@@gabrielle4821wait why wouldn’t u recommend foot stretchers ? I’ve been wanting to get one for my flat feet hoping it will help🥲

[@gabrielle4821]

@@aylasanchez5867 I just have heard a LOT of professionals and fitters condoning foot stretchers. I do recommend going to your doctor if you want to help your flat feet though. I’ve met people who have had it fixed.

[@Little.MissDiagnosed]

I love the simple language and hand movements. You unconsciously add communication to different learners without talking up or down to them.

[@jengirl2]

Thank you for highlighting adult pointe-beginners!!!

[@JessieBanana]

Here I was thinking I was maybe too old or not advanced enough to be fitted by you, but this really makes me want to come out to a fitting in Portland now.

[@kait1395]

I’ve done dance for years and took two semesters of pointe in college and it was always my dream! So glad to see adult dancers being fitted

[@hopefultraveler3543]

Great fitting! You can see her getting over onto her platform better right away!

[@wendishaver9520]

I am so happy to see an adult dancer on your channel! When are you coming to the Denver area?

[@abbywalden8168]

Same im in the Denver area

[@madisondean1074]

Thank you for your support of adult ballet dancers out there! You truly are a blessing from Heaven!🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@xafir2816]

I started as an adult as well. I got my shoes after 6 months. Yay! ^^ thank you for the video!

[@xafir2816]

Al Wa thank you! Yes! I was totally surprised but pleasently of course! :)

[@princessroxyvincenzo5602]

I started dance ballet and I have 22 years old.

[@Imgone2024]

Six months??

[@xafir2816]

@@Imgone2024 Jop. :) I am a ballroom dancer so my feet are quite strong anyways.

[@ciaravalenzuela2467]

I love this video! I had no idea that as adults we can still learn pointe! Thank you for this!!!

[@Vanlisahomeswisshome]

Love watching your videos! I started dancing ballet since the age of 5, got my first pair of pointe shoes at my teenage but noone have ever taught me nor fit me to a right pair of pointe shoes. I struggled a lot so I ended up abandoned ballet after A1 exam then changed to Jazz and tap dancing. I’d definitely love to try dancing ballet again if I have you fit me! ❤️

[@wayward_epsilon]

I have a few questions as I am starting ballet this fall. 1. How long does it typically take adult beginners to get en pointe? 2. Would experience in fencing make getting to pointe quicker for me? 3. How would flat feet (fallen arches)/hammer toes/etc. impact being en pointe or pointe eligibility?

[@emilybradley924]

Emma Grace 1. couple of years? 2. no 3. might make it harder to find pointe shoes

[@donttalkcrap]

I asked my teacher the same question about me, as an adult who had never done ballet as a kid, and she told me anywhere between 4-10 years. Ouch, I thought ! But I know at least a dozen students in my class who have been so dedicated that they have in fact waited that long before the teacher told them they were ready. It has nothing to do with experience in other disciplines. There's just a lot to learn, and your body just isn't as malleable as a pre-teen, so you need to learn from scratch how to properly train your muscles. I recall being told once.. "If you think professional footballers impose a rigorous physical regime on their bodies, it's nothing compared to a ballerina. Do you know any pro-footballers who can balance their entire weight onto their big toes? I thought not" That's why it takes YEARS until you're ready to go en pointe :)

[@Deinareia]

1. Depends on how many classes you take, since you need a certain level of technical proficiency to do pointe work safely. The second factor is the physical readiness of your feet and ankles. They need to be flexible and strong enough (there are tons of exercises available on the internet). It can be about 4 years if you take multiple classes a week (those that will challenge you to really hone your technique), work hard when not in class to strengthen your feet and ankles and also have good physical predispositions for not only pointe work but ballet as a whole. 2. I do not know. There is a possibility it may have strengthened your ankles but probably won't make a huge difference. 3. Yes, it probably will. Generally, those with flat feet have to work hard to increase the flexibility of their arches. When you point your arch (not your toes, those stay relaxed), your metatarsals should align with at least the middle of your ankle. Otherwise, you won't be able to properly get over the box of the pointe shoes. This is

[@ArtisticAsian1014]

Agreeing with everyone else who has commented and adding on 1. Getting a green light for pointe like mentioned all depends on a few factors such as how strong your muscles (specially ankles and foot)...also flexibility I heard meaning ankle and foot flexibility and if there not flex then it be harder to go up. I took seven years of ballet before I got the approval for pointe. Unfortunate I had to quit ballet and dance in general due time and other issues. There were two girls who were younger than me and had been on pointe for at least a year each. One I heard started pointe at age 13 (she had been dancing since age 5) the other at 16(idk when she stared but I know she had not started as early) Then you have my friend who didn't go on pointe till she was 17 though she had been dancing since she was young. I remember my studio was a bit worried as the pointe class students were pretty low compared to past years but they were responsible enough not to give approval and put girls on pointe who weren't ready just to have that class filled. They reinforced the rule though if you want to go on pointe you need to do at least twice a week of ballet class that were each 1-1.5 hrs long to really strengthen the muscles. 2. Firstly cool you doing fencing. Fencing make would help in stamina and maybe strength in the arms but I don't think it would help greatly or give a big advantage. I don't know much on fencing but from what I've been able to observe it doesn't work all the right muscles used in general ballet and therefore pointe. For instance, I never saw any excercise a where the ankle was strengthen to where you are able to go up on one leg and balance without wiggling or ankle shaking and giving. Besides the ankle having to be strong and stable, in ballet you work through every muscle even the minor ones (much as the turnout muscles you don't use day to day). What I mean in working though is for instance the basic tendu which is pointing your foot to a direction (front side or back) you don't just point then move your foot to the spot but rather as you move your foot to the spot on the floor as your move/shape your foot to the position starting from ankle to toes....I hopefully described that in a way it makes sense. 3. Idk but I would assume it may have a bit of an impact. I know in ballet they love the high arches because it gives beautiful lines. I was told I have high arches which people think yay but reality is I felt like I had to work harder to really keep strong. I can't answer this but maybe..I'm just thinking if you go on pointe the ankle can only move so much and the rest of the movement to get on the box is through the arch. Hope you enjoy your ballet class. It's a fun way to exercise both physically and mentally (lot of terms and routines to memorize but it comes easier with practice and hearing the terms again and again) as well as have fun. Exercising and working through the muscles everyday I think helped me get approval faster than my friend though she danced longer but only really practice in class. My favorite excercise were raises on two and one foot and in both slow and fast speeds and also pulses or raises where the heel doesn't touch the ground...They were easy to do and can be done almost anywhere. Also tendu were a favorite but slow ones to work though the foot.

[@JessieBanana]

1. This is going to depend on how regularly you take classes, how often you take classes, and your personal progression as well as the preference of your teacher/studio. Some places are more comfortable with you learning ballet and pointe simultaneously and some will require you be at a certain level. 2. As an adult I would actually say this will help as overall physical fitness is a barrier for adults. Most adults coming from other sports or activities have more strength, stamina, and flexibility. 3. Depends on the type of flat feet. If you were born with flat feet and they're the flexible type, it shouldn't matter. That's what I have and I get over on pointe just fine. If your arches collapsed as an adult and your feet are stiff you may not be able to be on pointe at all. I'd imagine a hammer toe would be really painful on pointe and you probably want to see your doctor or physio first.

[@PyroPisces]

I'm glad that I saw this. I always wanted to do ballet, specifically pointe, when I was a kid. But we couldn't afford it. I wanted to look into some beginner ballet classes for adults but thought I (24) was too old. I just wanna do it for fun, and this has motivated me to find classes!

[@candycottrell6469]

This was very helpful, I think I need a friend to take some pictures of me in my pointe shoes to really see what is going on. As an older adult, this is just a personal goal to just do a little bit on pointe.

[@MatinaPapagiannarou]

Josephine you are so lovely! I wish I could come to the US for my first pointe fitting! Those video + tips are so so great! Thanks a lot!!!!

[@hopefultraveler3543]

Nice! It's so good to see her get over her box with the new shoes. I'd love to see a follow-up video with her!

[@nichola90]

I really, really wanted to do ballet when I was younger, but I never did. I'm 31 now and would love to start!!

[@launabanauna8958]

Please do it! At least try! I wish you all the best!

[@gaylesmith7849]

This is such an encouraging video. I’m going to be fitted for pointe shoes when the shop near me opens again. I have good strength and flexibility in my feet and ankles but turnout is more of a struggle. I’ve been learning for 3 years and I’m 41 years old. I have improved it with exercises but I doubt I’ll get to full 180 degrees. I’m worried about whether I’m ready for full pointe or whether maybe a Demi pointe would be better? Particularly as I’ve only had class via zoom over the COVID period so I’m worried about whether I’ve gone backwards.

[@Gemma-np5xk]

You don't need full 180 turn out unless you plan to dance professionally with a ballet company. For me personally I think it looks nicer with a slightly lesser turn out

[@livamour]

Please come to Canada in like 4 years when I’ll be ready for my adult ballet shoes! Lol

[@RedRedux]

The bloch TMT was my favorite shoe as an adult student, I also liked the Suffolk shoes later on 💖💖

[@ml8071]

Very helpful.

[@saharahowell6486]

WAIT HOW DID I NEVER NOTICE THE CAMERAPERSON?! THEY’RE SO CUTE!

[@Dmattmc]

They fit her so much better!

[@andrea35722]

By far my favorite video you’ve done

[@ridealongwithnicolle1581]

I've been doing ballet on and off. I started at 3 but just sat in the middle of the class surfing my thumb, I then started again at 19 till I was 21 and then stopped and now I want to take it up again but be really serious about it this time. I've been dancing on and off in between doing contemporary, jazz, street and heels so dance has been in my life because I do love dance however I want to do it and stick with it. I'm 29 btw

[@chelisue]

Yeeeeeee. Just got a call from a studio. (Only exciting for me).

[@thenaturalyogi5934]

Damn I want to get back into ballet to get onto pointe or not it doesnt matter dancing is just so much fun

[@SimmSumm]

Do it for the love of dance!! Dance at any age

[@FlorzinhaDraw]

wow her feet looked instantly better in the right pointe shoe, what a difference

[@saraharchuleta1323]

Watching these videos make me wish I was properly fitted with pointe shoes as a teenager. I have tendinitis that I think was caused from having the incorrect shoe, and now that I'm getting back into ballet, I'm scared to go back on pointe. I'm hoping maybe just getting the right show could help.

[@donttalkcrap]

I love your videos, Josephine! I realise you're always gonna be shooting inside a very large and echoey hall, BUT I've held off for so long from telling you...You *really* need to get yourself mic'd up with a professional mic. You're killing my eardrums, girl!

[@addisonp_low8685]

I really enjoy your videos! I was wondering if you could do a review video on the SoDanca Elekra! Thank you so much ❤️

[@mattwise8597]

It's always good to start dancing when you're younger. Your muscles need to be fully developed and going on Pointe is very rigorous. It's not easy for adult students but it's something that anyone can do with enough training and preparation

[@kathymyers7279]

Shut up. This is not the video for you . Leave adult beginner pointe SUBJECT alone entirely.

[@thomashalama1455]

Matt Wise Are u currentoy training en pointe, what toe shoes do u wear ?

[@laylanahar]

@@kathymyers7279 whoa Kathy - that's a strong reaction. I'm in my 50s, I am determined to go on point. What Matt says fits exactly with my experience.

[@ArtisticAsian1014]

Kathy Myers I think your interpreting Matt wise comment wrong. He says it would be an advantage to start ballet early as it gives you more time to develop the muscles to go on pointe. He never said should, as it you should start young in order to go on pointe and starting young is the only way to get on pointe. The first part I can see why you would think he means pointe is only for the ones who start young but in reading the second sentence "it's something anyone can do with enough training and preparation" I see all he means is starting early helps but with effort at an older age anyone can go on pointe.

[@mattwise8597]

I know quite a bit about ballet, I may not be a dancer but I have had many years of experience dealing with it. My ex is a soloist at Juilliard, and all my sisters danced. I had some training myself years ago, unfortunately my achilles tendons it's not suited for that. I don't have good feet, but I do know a lot about ballet. Enough to know, a few basic preparations for Pointe work. It doesn't matter how old you are, but it is best to start Young. Your body needs to develop and your muscles and tendons need to be fully prepared and strengthened. You can have disastrous effects if you're not careful and not fully ready. Most instructors will tell you there is no specified age to start Point work. The age of 11 is generally accepted. by that age the feet are done developing, it is for the instructor to judge when a student is ready to start Pointe work. ask any ballet instructor and they will tell you I'm correct

[@corywarchola736]

I know there's like next to zero chance I'll get a reply here, but I gotta ask- Josephine, where did you get that top? Off the shoulder but with thumb holes?? Yes please!

[@phoebehartt5065]

Do you really love fitting older dancers? I usually just feel 'humored/tolerated.'

[@victoire614]

Yeah I've encountered some pointe shoe fitters where I felt that reaction too. Other ones are friendlier and more positive (they tend to be younger, more open minded, and less old school). Josephine is def one of them.

[@charlottesmom]

I felt a bit tut tutted when I was buying my ballet flats for my first ballet class at 45 years old. I took classes for about a year or so but quit do to scheduling issues (kids in school). Am planning on going back again very soon, I may take hip hop classes too! 😁

[@avatait9802]

I would literally love if you came to the uk

[@ritawing1064]

Good to see!

[@kathymyers7279]

Does Josephine train fitters to work under her? She can’t be everywhere and she’s terrific.

[@CorinnePina]

I wished I lived in your area!

[@hanaamireh5257]

I want to attempt to go on pointe in the future as an adult.

[@Jessie_Chin]

Wow it helps me a lot‼️

[@dogmonday]

This was awesome!

[@dinalasso9086]

Any tips for adults who have nee off pointe for 5+ years but are getting back In? I’ve been actively perming as a contemporary dancer but stopped pointe work after college due to ankle impingement. I want to go back but not sure what to look for now!

[@laylanahar]

Oh my - I wonder when she started, and how long it took for her to get on pointe?

[@laylanahar]

(She had great turnout.)

[@LisaInTheSkyMU]

I’m curious too. I would love to try to get back on pointe, but it’s been 25 years since I’ve done it! I definitely feel like an adult beginner!

[@laylanahar]

@@LisaInTheSkyMU I took some classes when I was 50 and I hurt myself because I was too gung ho, so for 3 years I just practiced the basics at home with youtube. I started classes again a few months ago. I dream of going on pointe, & I practice every day.

[@naturebound2901]

@@LisaInTheSkyMU I went back on pointe after 24 years. I took four years of pointe work from 1987-1991 when I was a teenager training every day. I quit dancing in 1992, and did not get back into it until late 2015. I started pointe again in 2017 at age 45 . It came back to me very quickly and I was surprised at how much I could still do. But what really blew me away is all the choices we have now for pointe shoes and toe pads! In the 1980s Capezio was all the rage but my feet did not work well in them. I actually have very high arches and my foot was going way over the box of every shoe I tried until I discovered Russian Pointe, especially the Almaz. Those shoes were made for my feet. I also have very wide Egyptian feet that taper severely to heel, and my heel is small. I started in Grishko Novas but they died on me too fast and I would roll over the box. Same with 2007s. I tried various Blochs and Capezios in a few stores and none worked for me as they are too soft. Someone suggested Russian Pointe which are a very strong shoe, and viola! I LOVE them. Unfortunately, i recently suffered a stress reaction in left tibia, right 2nd metatarsal, and shin splints that lasted over four months. I still have pain in my right foot (I also suffered a stress fracture in same spot many years ago dancing) and made the decision to stop dancing on pointe as it's too risky now given my situation (I also have low bone density). I was really pushing myself hard with ballet and pointe plus all the other exercise I do, and I was practicing on a hard floor often which took a toll on my bones. I really did enjoy it though during the time I did it. I am fortunate to live in a city with a major ballet company/school that offers classes to adults, including short pointe classes. There is at least one woman in my class who started pointe at age 55.

[@boopointeshoes4116]

I really need to get back into ballet...

[@andreawallenberger2668]

Excellent!

[@smOVERCOMINGITALL]

i would LOVE to start ballet... just for the fun and love of it. although that's not possible lol never took a dance class in my life i doubt a 27 year old could start ballet and pointe. Do they even have classes for that??? idk. i'd love to try it though.

[@mytoenailjustfelloff8997]

Skallia Ray in my adult ballett class we have everything from age 18, right trough mid thirties and up until early sixties :)

[@zixis443]

There was a woman aged 65 and she got her point shoes while never having danced ballet before. I'm also a late beginner, im 20 and am doing ballet for a month now. You should just do it or else you will regret it when you'll get older!

[@ld3354]

I just started ballet for the first time at 30 years old! I'm about 5 months into an adult beginner's class and it's soooo much fun :) It is a bit challenging to work at the barre and learn all the combinations and correct placements of arms/legs/feet, but I'm getting stronger every day and seeing TONS of progress! If I were you, I'd do a Google search of all the local ballet studios in your area and ask them if they offer classes for adults. Also, I have absolutely no dance training either; I grew up playing soccer and running cross country. If I can learn how to dance at age 30, so can you! xo

[@princessroxyvincenzo5602]

You can.

[@karenlindley.9756]

Come to the UK please! Xx

[@shippermd]

What is the name of the better shoes for her, tho? What were her old ones, too? The ones that work for me and my feet, are: Bloch Axiom Capezio Kylee Gaynor Minden Pianissimo.

[@lindseykelly8091]

The new shoes look like they're capezios probably the kyle or ava

[@natalieheddleson8394]

I think the old ones may have been some type of grishko.

[@annamancuso9026]

lovely

[@andianderson9043]

I used to do ballet for 16 years and then stopped. I'm 50 now and flat footed. Is it possible to do pointe with flat feet?

[@simplystreeptacular]

It's certainly possible! Your feet probably won't look as "pretty" in the shoe as someone with higher arches, but that doesn't mean you can't get over your box properly as long as you have sound technique.

[@nicoles5069]

Love this!

[@ameliavanriet7635]

If only you were in Australia!!

[@shelbyluppino6693]

Hi, would you ever come to Australia to fit pointe shoes? Next year I'm doing pre pointe classes and my dance teacher said you do pre pointe for around six months and then you start actual pointe, I'm probably going to get my shoes from BLOCH (unless you came) but if you know about that dance shop can you let me know if you think there is a good variety of shoes because I have *greek toes* where my second toe is the longest and apparently that's hard to fit.

[@like7oranges]

yay!!!

[@rosea2350]

I’ve always wanted to do ballet; but I’m 29, curvy, and short. 😢

[@annaleadawn8800]

I’m ready for point shoes but I live in a bobo town soooooo and Santa Ana is 30 hours away😭

[@JGreen-le8xx]

Josephine❤❤❤❤😄

[@emersonandava1618]

Omg I live so close to Walnut Creek

[@retrocandy4777]

same!

[@ramonflores7693]

@@retrocandy4777 I have pqp

[@summer5351]

could a lower vamp help being pulled back? :))

[@kpusa1981uk]

How long does usuale take for an adult to get on pointe

[@2snowgirl520]

Finally for adults!

[@ashlynnmcquire8292]

I’m having trouble with my pointe shoes. I’m currently wearing Bloch Balance European. For some reason, my feet always look sickled when I point them. Do you have any advice that I could use?

[@rbneal1]

I heard they are shaped internally different on the inside of the box than the outside. My foot twisted in them no matter what width I tried also. I went to a different shoe.

[@BoglimWrangler666]

shoes that are overall shaped wrong for your foot will look sickled

[@hi-sc4kl]

Is it possible to go on pointe with big bunions? I was born with them and they are very noticeable and I'm not sure of I can go on pointe. Can you please do a video for pointe shoe fitting with bunions?

[@graceoglesby8427]

You can! For most people with bunions they have spacers to put in between your toes to make them straighten out more! Plus there are many different types of pointe shoes and custom pointe shoes so there's a great chance you'll find the one for you.

[@Imgone2024]

I would love to start ballet. I looked into it and was horrified that even for adults the teachers were mandating traditional leotards. What? I'm 55, 100 pounds over weight and I'm just looking for a fun excercise to help me lose weight and strengthen and stretch these muscles. I'm never going to perform! Pointe shoes are just a childhood dream. Hey teachers, give us a break, let us wear whatever makes us happy-you'll still get paid and I'll get some much needed excercise, and long dreamed of ballet lessons.

[@simplystreeptacular]

This is actually incorrect - and I say this as a chubby adult ballet dancer, albeit one who also trained as a child. Leotards are crucial so that the teacher can see that your alignment is correct. Incorrect ballet technique is extremely dangerous, particularly for someone who has never danced ballet before. Wearing dance leggings over your leotard or a skirt is certainly a possibility, but what you wear to class is a matter of safety particularly for beginners.

[@charlottesmom]

I was about 40lbs overweight as an adult beginner (at 45 years old), no I did NOT look cute in my black leotards, and was the chubby one of the class. BUT I loved ballet and really wanted to learn so I sucked it up and wore what was required, I have lost weight since then and hope to start classes again soon. (I'm now 56)

[@francescafalcini4034]

So what's the name of the point shoe that she try?

[@tijay8507]

It is nice to see adults doing ballet but i would as her teacher make sure she had the strength and flexibility to enable her to do pointe work properly, i won't list what she is doing wrong as it isn't her fault but she is not ready for it yet, she will develop problems with her joints due to being to impatient and eager to be a " ballerina" . I hope she changes teachers or works extremely hard on the corrections she needs to make x

[@BoglimWrangler666]

every dancer needs to start by simply turning out and fully straightening the legs in second position and in first, this is how vaganova students begin developing that perfect strong turnout and it is so important but in america teachers rush and dont care enough about adult students sadly

[@serenahm]

I’m so glad you said that, Ti Jay! My first thought when she stood up on pointe was “Oh my God, she’s nowhere near ready for pointe work.” Her teacher is doing her a huge disservice by allowing this. She can’t even releve without piqueing one foot at a time, holding onto the bar for dear life, and having to be prompted to straighten her knees. She needs to develop much more strength before moving to pointe. I have nothing against older dancers on pointe-I’m 62 myself and still on pointe-but you’ve got to have the proper strength at any age or you’re setting yourself up for injuries that may put an end to your dancing aspirations. It’s disappointing that Josephine didn’t say anything about this. I hope the woman has since found a more knowledgeable and conscientious instructor.

[@tijay8507]

@@serenahm Thank you x

[@eveyk.1204]

Take a shot of vodka every time she says " a little bit"

[@Charlotte-uf2ti]

ok that looks even more uncomfortable than being over on your shoes

[@agnesrobakiewicz5639]

Not to he "that guy", but it's really not a good sign that she has to bend her knees to even get onto pointe. It's not the end of the world to make someone wait until they have sufficient ankle flexibility for pointe. You can dance ballet without poihte shoes.

[@vincenzoarieggiato120]

🙌🏿🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@serenahm]

I’m all for people following their dreams at any age, but this woman is nowhere near strong enough yet to be on pointe. Her teacher is unconscionable and setting her up for injuries that could permanently end her dance aspirations.

[@lizzybizzy3017]

How come when you say things like, “this is the shoe she has on”....or “I’m putting her in this shoe”, you never say the kind of shoe you are referring to? You just state characteristics of the shoe. 😒 I would be good to know a bit more while looking at your website. By the way, I wish I had you around to fit me for shoes while I was a dancer. You are just awesome! 🙂

[@Mia-py6ou]

She I really bad en pointe lol

[@virginiapearson6518]

Yeah. She shouldn't be on pointe until she's flexible enough to go over the box.

[@mathildewesendonck7225]

Virginia Pearson shes an adult, her foot won‘t get a lot more flexible.