Did you know that foot stretching is very important to how well your dancers can point their feet? Feet and arches are what help your dancers achieve the graceful body line that makes their performance so beautiful. The American Ballet Theatre notes that the importance of the line is beyond

It’s that time of year again!  I can already smell the Aussie aerosol.  My eyes have premature little blue spots from rhinestone glare.  My heart already feels for those darling prop dads.  And my voice is just a little hoarse just anticipating all the loving critiques I and many others

Have you seen dancers with large, cylindrical devices poking out of their dance bags? Or have you seen fellow dancers lying on what looks like foam logs before class? These dancers are using foam rollers for self-myofascial release (SMR). SMR is a technique that rolls out muscle tightness and relieves

There’s nothing worse than pulling on your tights and watching a run make its way down your leg. All of the harsh wear we put our tights through on a daily basis can cause them to rip. PointeMagazine has shared a few simple steps you can take to help extend their lifespan.

Brands. Do you care about them? Does it make a difference with pointe shoes? Pointe is an advanced level of dance for ballerinas that has a unique type of shoe. These handmade shoes have ribbon and elastic that must be sewn to the base of the shoe by dancers or