Pointe shoe assessment

Keep in mind that pointe work is not required, nor is it the right path for every student. Dancers can continue to progress significantly in many other areas of dance without training en pointe.

For those interested in being evaluated for pointe, the requirements are as follows:

• Age: Students must be at least 11 years old, unless otherwise approved by the Director.

• Experience: 3–4 years of consistent training in ballet technique (experience in other dance disciplines does not apply).

• Commitment: A minimum of 2–3 ballet classes per week.

• Evaluation: Students must pass the pointe evaluation given in December.