When Should Ballerinas Start Using Pointe Shoes

When Should Ballerinas Start Using Pointe Shoes

When Should Ballerinas Start Using Pointe Shoes Pointe shoes are often seen as the epitome of classical ballet performance, allowing dancers to effortlessly float across a stage. As such, young ballerinas are often eager to transition from their soft ballet shoes to...
How good grooming helps us become better dancers

How good grooming helps us become better dancers

How good grooming helps us become better dancers “Where is your hair bun today?” “Did you bring leggings under your sweatpants?” “Have you had the chance to get new ballet shoes yet?” These are questions that young dancers may hear when they come to dance class...
Choreographing a Musical

Choreographing a Musical

Choreographing a Musical “Credit must also be given to Emily Sugianto, Spring Awakening’s choreographer, for creating lively dance routines that the whole cast could perfect. The ensemble performances of “The Mirror-Blue Night” and “Touch Me” were particularly...
Good News if You Like Dancing

Good News if You Like Dancing

Multiple Health Benefits of Dancing – Backed by Science In our last couple of blogs, we heard from our own Poise dancers and the professionals about why they like to dance. Well, it turns out that there is quite a large body of scientific evidence that points to why...
Dancers Around the World on Why They Dance

Dancers Around the World on Why They Dance

Last week, we noted what our kids at Poise told us about why they like to dance. Our own Poise dancers’ answers and their joy make us smile. Their efforts, resilience and strength inspire us. They also make us curious to find out what more experienced dancers say...
Why Do Poise Dancers Dance?

Why Do Poise Dancers Dance?

Poise dancers, how do you feel about being back dancing in the studios this week? From what we can see, the place has been absolutely buzzing! It seems that the Lunar New Year of the Tiger is also joining the Pur-Poise in reinforcing the characteristics of resilience...