pointe information for for first year pointe students
Congratulations! You are ready to get your first pair of pointe shoes.
POINTE SHOE FIELD TRIP
DATE: Sunday, February 3rd
TIME: 2:00-4:00pm – dancers will be booked in 20 minute blocks; please visit the following link to sign up for your fitting time - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1yjTLxx2jI0QfeHFtvnWtZuOxeVBxlZ0_Au9NNRuSBkg/edit?usp=sharing
LOCATION: Inspirations Dancewear – 180 St. Leger Street
DETAILS: We have organized a group pointe shoe fitting at INSPIRATIONS for all beginning pointe students. Carousel staff will be on hand to assist with the fitting of pointe shoes.
Please be sure to sign up for your fitting time by using the google docs link. Each dancer will be responsible for his/her own transportation.
To prepare for the trip to Inspirations please note the following:
POINTE CLASSES & RIBBON SEWING
5A Pointe – Ribbon Sewing Sessions:
We will be offering the opportunity for parents and students to attend a ribbon sewing session. In the past, parents have found this extremely helpful. There is no cost to attend the session. The pointe ribbon sewing sessionS will be offered on Monday, February 4th from 5:15-6:15pm and Tuesday, February 5th from 5:45-6:45pm in the student lounge. Moms (or dads) and daughters should attend together. Please bring scissors, needle, pink thread, pointe shoes, ribbons & elastics (if you have been given them). Dancers should wear their ballet tights as they will need to try on their shoes during the session.
Pointe classes will start on the following dates:
Section 1 – Wednesday 9:00-9:15pm – starts February 7th
Section 2 – Friday 8:00-8:15pm - starts February 9th
Fees for pointe classes will be posted to your account and you will receive an invoice by e-mail.
We are looking forward to starting pointe work with this year’s 5A Group.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact either Heidi or Laura – 519-746-8877 or admin@carouseldancecentre.ca
POINTE SHOE FIELD TRIP
DATE: Sunday, February 3rd
TIME: 2:00-4:00pm – dancers will be booked in 20 minute blocks; please visit the following link to sign up for your fitting time - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1yjTLxx2jI0QfeHFtvnWtZuOxeVBxlZ0_Au9NNRuSBkg/edit?usp=sharing
LOCATION: Inspirations Dancewear – 180 St. Leger Street
DETAILS: We have organized a group pointe shoe fitting at INSPIRATIONS for all beginning pointe students. Carousel staff will be on hand to assist with the fitting of pointe shoes.
Please be sure to sign up for your fitting time by using the google docs link. Each dancer will be responsible for his/her own transportation.
To prepare for the trip to Inspirations please note the following:
- Please allow 30-45 minutes for your pointe shoe fitting.
- Depending on the style of pointe shoes that fit your feet best, the price ranges from $70-$120 per pair. Additionally, dancers will need to purchase “ouch pouches” (toe padding) - $26-$34 and ribbons – starting at $5.50; some dancers may also be required to purchase toe spacers or toe covers which are approximately $9.00
- If you wear tights, they MUST be convertible foot tights
- Be sure that your toenails are trimmed short (and straight) to ensure a proper fitting.
- Be sure to wear pants that can be rolled up so that the fitters can see your calves and ankles.
POINTE CLASSES & RIBBON SEWING
5A Pointe – Ribbon Sewing Sessions:
We will be offering the opportunity for parents and students to attend a ribbon sewing session. In the past, parents have found this extremely helpful. There is no cost to attend the session. The pointe ribbon sewing sessionS will be offered on Monday, February 4th from 5:15-6:15pm and Tuesday, February 5th from 5:45-6:45pm in the student lounge. Moms (or dads) and daughters should attend together. Please bring scissors, needle, pink thread, pointe shoes, ribbons & elastics (if you have been given them). Dancers should wear their ballet tights as they will need to try on their shoes during the session.
Pointe classes will start on the following dates:
Section 1 – Wednesday 9:00-9:15pm – starts February 7th
Section 2 – Friday 8:00-8:15pm - starts February 9th
Fees for pointe classes will be posted to your account and you will receive an invoice by e-mail.
We are looking forward to starting pointe work with this year’s 5A Group.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact either Heidi or Laura – 519-746-8877 or admin@carouseldancecentre.ca