Pre-pointe focuses on ankle and foot strengthening exercises as well as proper alignment and muscle development. Students learn the history of pointe and how to properly care for their feet and pointe shoes. Classes are designed to hone ballet skills as students learn to adjust and excel in pointe work. All classes include a time of prayer.

Due to the strenuous conditions of pointe, students must be at least 11 years of age, be enrolled in Level 5 ballet, and have just completed a minimum of two consecutive years of ballet training. Our instructors will evaluate each student as the year progresses to determine which students are ready to graduate to wearing pointe shoes. It is common for students to need multiple years of pre-pointe training before and after getting their pointe shoes. This is to ensure your child’s safety and longevity of foot and ankle health.Students under 12 years of age will not receive pointe shoes, but are encouraged to take the class in preparation. Pre-Pointe is a prerequisite for taking Pointe and we highly encourage aspiring students to register if they wish to dance on pointe in the future. Please note that this is a non-recital class.

Classes begin August 5, 2024. Registration remains open all year.

Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 pm

Tuition: 1 hour classes $65/monthly installments, $325/semester (5% discount applied if paid in full by first week of classes).

Please note that all class placements are subject to change based on our evaluation of our students. We aim to ensure that each student is in the class that is most beneficial for them.