Cheap Pointe Shoes
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You need to be clever with how you manage your shoes as that is the key to cheap pointe shoes.

Every dancer's pointe shoes will break down eventually because the material naturally softens under heat, usage and pressure.

Naturally, some dancers break in their pointe shoes much quicker than others.

If you listen to these simple tips, then you can make your pointe shoes less expensive and find a way to cheap pointe shoes!

Firstly, rotate your pointe shoes. What many professional dancers do is have a couple of pairs on the go at the same time and alternate them with each class or rehearsal. Rotating your shoes will make them last longer because it gives the shoes a chance to dry out.

Always make sure you let your shoes dry out after each time you use them.

Letting them air and breathe will give them the opportunity to harden again.

Next, shellac can harden your shoes. Shellac is a liquid that can make the shoes last longer and it is available in most dance shops, also online from dance websites.

Most dancers tend to pour a bit of shellac into the bottom of the shoes so that the toe box stays hard.

You leave it the shoes to dry over night and the next day you will notice a difference in the strength. Another alternative to shellac is the cleaning product, Klear. This does the same job and is found in supermarkets!

Be smart with your shoes and wear the pointe shoes appropriate to the class. For example, if you are doing intense pointe work with lots of continuous releves, then you will need stronger shoes for the support. Alternatively, if you are doing learning a dance on pointe with lots of moving around, then you can wear softer shoes because you will not need as much support.

Do not feel as if you have to stick with one brand. For example, as a student, I wore Bloch pointe shoes for all my pointe work classes as they were strong and supportive. Then I swapped to Freed for performances as they were lighter and softer for the stage.

It does appear cheaper to buy pointe shoes online as oppose from dance shops.

Although, you have to pay for post and packaging so if you are buying online, it can be cheaper to order more than one pair and stock up on your shoes.

Finding cheap pointe shoes can vary depending on which brand you purchase. Brands such as Gaynor Minden Pointe Shoes are more expensive than other shoes but because they are said to last an average of 3 to 5 times longer.

It is worth experimenting with various brands of pointe shoes. Familiar brands are Bloch Pointe Shoes, Freed, Capezio and Grishko. Even though it can sound even more costly, it will be worth it in the end finding the right brands because then you can order the shoes in bulks or find the best deal online.

If you are buying pointe shoes for the very first time I would recommend to be fitted by a professional. You want to make sure the shoes fit correctly to the shape of your foot, so take the time to get fitted - it is an exciting moment!

It can take a while until you find your "perfect pair", but it is valuable to keep searching until you find pointe shoes that complement your feet. Your feet are constantly changing and developing, so do not be discouraged if you keep changing your opinion on your shoes, but be persistent.

Cheap Pointe Shoes can be hard to find as they are generally quite costly, but there are always ways you can make your shoes be less expensive. Be clever with your shoes!

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