Second position on pointe is not meant to feel “comfortable” but it is meant to feel manageable. And it all comes down to one very practical detail: the width of your second. If it’s too wide, everything becomes harder: getting up, balancing, controlling your descent. Place it with intention, and suddenly the work makes sense. Here are the three key points: 🩰 Keep your heels no wider than your shoulders. 🩰 Measure the position once outside of combinations so your body understands the distance.

Pointe Class - Learn how to start dancing in pointe shoes Watch more on www.dance-masterclass.com 🩰 About this class Learn pointe technique with star ballerina Léonore Baulac. Discover the basics, from shoe selection to iconic ballet steps, and gain strength through pre-pointe exercises. Léonore guides you through famous ballet excerpts, helping you dance your first classical solo with the steps learned in this class. | Dance Masterclass

Pointe Class - Learn how to start dancing in pointe shoes Watch more on www.dance-masterclass.com 🩰 About this class Learn pointe technique with star ballerina Léonore Baulac. Discover the basics, from shoe selection to iconic ballet steps, and gain strength through pre-pointe exercises. Léonore guides you through famous ballet excerpts, helping you dance your first classical solo with the steps learned in this class. | Dance Masterclass