{"product_id":"pointe-work-ten-reasons-why-and-when-9798677675614","title":"Pointe Work: Ten Reasons - Why and When","description":"Every ballet dancer, regardless of age, dreams of her first pair of pointe shoes! Discover how to safely and successfully advance to ballet's signature skill!\u003cp\u003eWondering if your technique is ready? Want to take the next step, but not sure what to expect your first year on pointe? How much effort is required to produce the best results? An expert ballet instructor for over forty years, Dawn C Crouch knows how to mentor the vulnerable newbie pointe student. Excellence on pointe stands at the heart of every ballet production and speaks directly to a student's future roles as a dancer. Pointe work improves balance, flexibility, and artistic expression. Ultimately, strong pointe work relates to better performance. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePointe Work - Ten Reasons Why and When\u003c\/i\u003e is a detailed examination of the preparation, training, and bold attitude required to embrace and master this demanding but fundamental ability. Including a brief history of pointe and its importance to ballet, Ms. Crouch then explains the key elements of readiness to help students, parents, and teachers understand the preparation, time commitment, and training necessary to wear the \"red shoes.\" \u003c\/p\u003eIn \u003ci\u003ePointe Work - Ten Reasons Why and When\u003c\/i\u003e, you'll discover: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBenefits of dancing on pointe \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Guidance for correct technique to prevent injury - Safe Pointe Practices \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Detailed at-home exercises to strengthen your ankles and feet \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat to expect at your first fitting and much, much more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e An Added Bonus - Special Considerations for Adult \"first time\" pointe students! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePointe Work - Ten Reasons Why and When\u003c\/i\u003e is the empowering second book in the Garage Ballet series, a must-have manual to ensure your successful transition to the greater demands placed on the body by pointe work. \u003c\/p\u003eBuy \u003ci\u003ePointe Work\u003c\/i\u003e to relevé to greater technique today!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=AUTH-13182216\"\u003eDawn C. Crouch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/21\/2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 78\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.28lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.19d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798677675614\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBISAC Categories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=CAT-PER\"\u003ePerforming Arts\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sureshotbooks-com.myshopify.com\/search?type=product%2Carticle%2Cpage\u0026amp;q=BISAC-PER003010\"\u003eDance | Classical \u0026amp; Ballet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis title is not returnable\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42644241678573,"sku":"9798677675614","price":13.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/8097\/6621\/products\/img_d63ea260-6bb6-4025-b052-a624d2e45fe7.jpg?v=1649129791","url":"https:\/\/sureshotbooks.com\/products\/pointe-work-ten-reasons-why-and-when-9798677675614","provider":"SureShot Books Publishing LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}