What are these bugs in my pointe shoes?
Have you opened your pointe shoes bag and found one or more little bugs in there too? It’s an age old problem that has been around for as long as…
Read moreHappy Birthday Capezio
13th April 2014 would have been the 143rd birthday of Salvatore Capezio, founder of one of the world’s most iconic dancewear brands. Today Capezio is famous for its wide range…
Read moreKeep your feet warm and your pointe shoes clean
You know what it’s like, you spend an age putting on your pointe shoes getting the ribbon to look and feel just right then you have to hang around waiting…
Read moreDon’t stop dancing just because it’s the Summer!
Summer’s here! This is great news as it means long days at the beach and fun fun fun! On the other hand it also means that many dance schools break…
Read moreWhat are the health benefits of dancing?
Everyone knows that dancing is great. It improves fitness, builds confidence and can even improve your social life! However, there are many other health benefits that come as a result…
Read moreHow to get the most out of your dance class!
Ever wondered how to get the most out of your dance class? Here at Dancemania, we have compiled a simple list which is applicable to many dance styles! We hope…
Read moreWhat will happen at my first pointe shoe fitting?
For many young dancers, starting pointe work is a rite of passage and is an extremely exciting time. However, it can be daunting as the dancer would not have any…
Read moreWhen will my daughter start pointe work?
Starting pointe work is such an exciting time for a young dancer, and many girls dream of “standing on their toes”.However, pointe work is a massive leap from wearing soft…
Read moreWhat do the Gaynor Minden pointe shoe bag colours mean?
I’m sure you’ve seen them, stacks of vibrantly coloured bags brightening up the dance shop, green, yellow, pink, blue and on rare occasions purple, but what do they mean? Quite…
Read moreInspiration if You Think of Giving Up
If you ever feel like giving up just remember there’s a little girl watching who wants to be just like you…. Don’t Disappoint Her If you dance ballet then this…
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