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A dancer’s most important asset is his or her feet. Following are some common foot injuries and how to care for them. Sprained Ankles A trip, a mis-step, or possibly an old injury that has gone untreated can cause an ankle sprain, as well as constant use of the feet without enough rest, and wearing [...]

Before you begin to look at studios, ask yourself why you want to take dance classes.  There are a few possible answers to this question, depending on your previous training (if any) and your needs.  You may want to take classes for fun or recreation, for exercise and health benefits, or for technical training and [...]

Interested in extending the life of new leotards? Here are some tips on how to give dancewear a little special loving care during cleaning. Although it seems to be the most convenient method, washing leotards in the washer and dryer with the rest of the laundry is not always the best option. The best way [...]

So you’ve heard the terms full sole and split sole when it comes to ballet slippers. You know they come in leather and canvas. But how do you know which type is most appropriate for your ballet slippers? First, a fun fact: Marie Ann Cupis de Camargo of the Royal Ballet is credited with helping [...]

Please remember that dancers should only purchase and wear pointe shoes if their teachers have approved first.  Also, keep in mind that dancers may have received instructions from their teachers that explain how to attach ribbons and elastics, if these are their first pair of shoes.  The instructions below are general guidelines only, and specifics [...]