Raising the Barre

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Stage Makeup Removal and Skincare Routine With All Natural Products

November 9, 2018Discover

Nutcracker season is upon us, and although part of the fun…

How Much Does it Cost to be a Ballerina

November 4, 2018Discover

Prospective dancers and dance parents always want to know —…

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How to Pancake Ballet Shoes

October 19, 2018Discover,Pointe-rs

Every pair of ballet shoes are different. The different…

8 body positions in ballet

8 Body Positions in Ballet in Order

September 15, 2018Discover

In ballet, there are eight (8) body positions that dancers…

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Just Tendu It - Tips for a Perfect Tendu

September 10, 2018Pointe-rs

Tendu is a foundational exercise in ballet, and is one of…

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Balancing Ballet and School

August 11, 2018Discover,Pointe-rs

Whether you’re a young ballet dancer yourself, or a parent…

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Contemporary Ballet Companies To Watch Out For

July 27, 2018Discover

Your training might be based mostly in classic ballet. Why…

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Starting Ballet at 30 Years and Older

July 11, 2018Discover

I always admire women who start ballet later in life. For…

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Advice and Tips for First-Time Ballet Dancers

July 2, 2018Discover,Pointe-rs

So you’ve decided that it’s time to sign up for a dance…

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Best Pointe Shoes for Flat Feet

July 2, 2018Discover

Every dancer has different feet. Whether it’s different…