How to Prepare for Ballet

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Get your ballet shoes.

   They come in leather, canvas, or satin with elastic straps to secure them.
   
   These shoes can be either full-soled or split-soled, depending on your level.
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   Step 2: Buy tights and a leotard.

   Tights are usually in a salmon color, and you may buy either footed or Adaptatoe tights (tights with feet that can be pulled off).
   
   Leotards come in all shapes and sizes
   -- see if your class has a required color. , If you have short hair, wear a headband or clips. , It may not be needed, but these belts help to see when your hips move.
   
   In ballet, your hips should always be level and down while doing certain steps. , They are like the real pointe shoes, but they are softer an easier. , These elastic bands are for training and strengthening your feet. , These are usually pink satin with ribbons and elastics. ,,,
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   Step 3: Be sure that your hair is in a high

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   Step 4: tight bun so that it doesn't fly away while dancing.

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   Step 5: Wear a waist belt.

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   Step 6: If you start pre-pointe

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   Step 7: see if you need demi-pointe shoes.

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   Step 8: Also get a Theraband for pre-pointe.

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   Step 9: When you're ready to go on pointe

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    Step 10: get proper pointe shoes.

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    Step 11: Wear toe pads while on pointe to protect your toes.

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    Step 12: Get a ballet dictionary if necessary.

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    Step 13: Practice!

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