I'm an ex prof ballet dancer and I want to get pointe shoes again.?

Question:Has anyone danced on pointe again after retiring? Is this a stupid idea. Have I forgotten how bad it hurts? I just want to feel free from the ground in my (exercise) ballet class.

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Has anyone danced on pointe again after retiring? Is this a stupid idea. Have I forgotten how bad it hurts? I just want to feel free from the ground in my (exercise) ballet class.

I actually did this. I used to dance professionally and recently got back into pointe shoes after I had not worn them for 5 years. I first wore them to teach a pointe class, then started wearing them during the adult ballet class I am taking. It was so hard for the first 5 or 6 times I put them on. I got blisters all over again and had to re-strengthen my ankles. After about the 6th time though, it was like I had never even stopped wearing them and I was able to do most of what I used to do without too much pain. It's definitely worth it. I love the feeling of being en pointe and I also love the feeling of knowing I can still do it. I am sure you will be exactly the same. Go for it!! Just invest in some great padding! Nowadays they have some pretty amazing things to put in your pointe shoes! Check it out at www.discountdance.com. Best of luck! :)

I never have done ballet but several of my friends have. I guess it depends on how long you've been retired from it.

As an ex-professional, you should know the answer better than anyone here. Or you should know to ask this question at ballet schools.

Yes, you've forgotten how much pointe work hurts!
But, get a pair of shoes and you'll remember right away. There are some new devices out there (gel inserts) that may make a difference, but I don't think there is ever a way that it isn't going to hurt some.

I have done just that. The stronger you are the better. Remember that the pointe shoe should be like a bow for a violin. It should moving it with the foot and leg creates a beautiful line and grace. Moving against it and fighting with it only looks like a screeching violin. Do not get back into them if you are not strong enough to releve on one foot and your center is gone. Good luck.

i'm a dance student, but i've seen some of my dance teachers and some adult students go back on pointe. You're an ex-pro, so you know all about pointe work and are experienced with it. Try it out. If you find that you and your feet
aren't in "pointe shoe shape", then stop and don't hurt yourself. If it works then go ahead! :)

well if your an ex profesholal dancer you probly should nknow what to do