- Introduction
- Pointe Course – Introduction to Pointe12:00
- Pointe Course – Lesson 110:00
- Pointe Course – Lesson 212:00
- Pointe Course – Lesson 326:00
Course outline
About this course.
This course is perfect for pointe beginners who are looking to finally start their pointe shoe journey, as well as for dancers who are coming back from injury, and looking to rehabilitate back to pointe work.
Isabella will take your through preparing your pointe shoes, what to expect when you choose your shoes, feet exercises for strength of the feet, Pointe exercises learning correct technique and to build strength.
There’s a lot to learn. Let’s start!
Course breakdown.
In this lesson we will be hearing Isabella talk all about her journey with pointe shoes, what you should expect when you get your first pair, as well as how to prepare your shoes, protect your feet and put the shoes on properly. A very enjoyable and informative lesson for you to gain knowledge about your pointe shoes and start your journey correctly!
In this lesson we will be doing key exercises for the feet and ankles which are critical for proper foot strength and alignment. Do these exercises with me and make it a big priority to always do these exercises before you put your pointe shoes on. You want your feet to always feel ready and warm to go! Pointework is a lot of strain on the feet so we want all of the muscles awake and gaining strength at all times.
In this lesson we will be doing some standing feet and lower leg exercises at the barre. Having strong lower legs and ankles is critical for getting up on pointe effectively and safely. Make these exercises apart of your routine and you will keep building strength imperative for your pointe work.
Put your pointe shoes on! it’s time to go on pointe. This is always such an exciting journey. You may be very new to Pointe, or coming back to pointe and either way it’s really exciting. By now your legs and feet should be very warm and ready to go. Put your shoes on as stated in the introduction, and let’s master these beginner pointe exercises. Your journey has begun!
Meet your teacher.
Isabella McGuire Mayes
Founder
Isabella trained at The Royal Ballet School and then became the first British girl to join the Vaganova Ballet Academy in Saint Petersburg at 15 where she studied for 4 years. She joined the Mikhailovsky Ballet in Russia as a soloist and later danced with Eifman Ballet.
What you’ll learn.
- Feet exercises to be done daily
- Lower leg drills and calf strengthening exercises
- Slow barre work to train good technique
- Barre exercises to build intrinsic muscles of the feet and legs
- Learn weight placement and transference of weight
- Learn how to lift out of the shoes
- How to pad and sew the shoes
Who is this for?
- For the dancer who has started pointe recently
- For the dancer who needs to build strength
- For a dancing coming back from injury, back to pointe.
- For the dancer looking to build foundational pointe technique
Who is this not for?
- A total beginner
- If you haven’t been fitted properly by a pointe specialist
- If you have never been on pointe with a teacher present
Pricing.
Each tier has something very special to offer. Let’s dive in and see which plan will suit your needs best taking your ballet to the next level!
Corps
Watch anytime and anywhere.
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Expect a greater understanding, detailed lessons and big progress.
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Structured plans made just for you by Isabella along with direct communication with her.
Isabella will help you reach your desired goals. This gets results.
- 30 min call with Isabella at beginning of the subscription period to discuss goals
- New personalized plan every 8 weeks
- Plans broken down into two levels every 4 weeks allowing for growth and development over the 8 weeks
- Personalized video where Isabella walks you through each new plan
- Access to all online studio and courses
- Discounted rate to in-person workshops
- Access to live online classes throughout the week
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