The Pointe: Our Blog
Advice & Education
Everything you need to know about taking care of your Bloch products, stretching, workouts, what to wear, hair styles and more...
The 5 Amazing Benefits of Stretching
Stretching isn’t just for dancers and athletes. In fact, by taking as little as five minutes to stretch, you’ll build a healthier mind and body. Introducing some simple stretches into your routine can bring a huge array of benefits, from brighter skin and less stress to better flexibility and healthier bones. Discover 3 go-to stretches with Broadway Physical Therapist Dr Megan Wise.
How To Clean Ballet Shoes
When performing in a ballet, it’s essential to look your best—and your ballet or pointe shoes are a huge component of your overall look. If you’ve noticed dirt on your dance shoes, we’re here to help. Whether you’re looking for advice on cleaning leather shoes or need specific help with your pointe shoes, here’s everything you need to know about how to clean ballet shoes.
How Long Do Pointe Shoes Last?
As the world’s leading provider of technical dance footwear and apparel, BLOCH understands that knowing how long pointe shoes last is crucial information for any dancer. From signs that it’s time to replace your pointe shoes to expert advice on extending the life of a pair, here’s our guide to how long pointe shoes last.
The 5 Amazing Benefits of Stretching
Stretching isn’t just for dancers and athletes. In fact, by taking as little as five minutes to stretch, you’ll build a healthier mind and body. Introducing some simple stretches into your routine can bring a huge array of benefits, from brighter skin and less stress to better flexibility and healthier bones. Discover 3 go-to stretches with Broadway Physical Therapist Dr Megan Wise.
How To Clean Ballet Shoes
When performing in a ballet, it’s essential to look your best—and your ballet or pointe shoes are a huge component of your overall look. If you’ve noticed dirt on your dance shoes, we’re here to help. Whether you’re looking for advice on cleaning leather shoes or need specific help with your pointe shoes, here’s everything you need to know about how to clean ballet shoes.
Beyond the Barre
Join us outside of the studio, and immerse yourself in the world of dance...
World Ballet Day 2023: What's coming up this World Ballet Day?
World Ballet Day is back and bigger than ever before! Celebrating it's 10th year, here’s what we can expect for 2023.
MOVE IT 2020 Postponed
This year's MOVE IT event has been postponed due to the outbreak of Coronavirus — here's all you need to know
World Ballet Day 2023: What's coming up this World Ballet Day?
World Ballet Day is back and bigger than ever before! Celebrating it's 10th year, here’s what we can expect for 2023.
MOVE IT 2020 Postponed
This year's MOVE IT event has been postponed due to the outbreak of Coronavirus — here's all you need to know
Join our Mini Star Search!
Could your tiny dancer be our next Mini Star? Our Mini Star Search is here, offering an exciting, rare opportunity you won’t want to miss — we’re looking for young models to star in our catalogue photoshoot!
Our Products
A spotlight on our most-loved products with hints & tips on how to use & care for them...
Best Gifts for Dancers
Looking for gift ideas for dancers? By giving a dance-related gift to a special dancer in your life, you’re showing them how much you value their craft and how well you know them. Best of all, you can rest assured knowing that your gift will be enjoyed for years to come!
How to Wear Ballet Flats
Looking to get in on the balletcore fashion trend? From how to style ballet flats in winter to our top picks, we’re explaining all there is to know on how to wear ballet flats.
Best Gifts for Dancers
Looking for gift ideas for dancers? By giving a dance-related gift to a special dancer in your life, you’re showing them how much you value their craft and how well you know them. Best of all, you can rest assured knowing that your gift will be enjoyed for years to come!
How to Wear Ballet Flats
Looking to get in on the balletcore fashion trend? From how to style ballet flats in winter to our top picks, we’re explaining all there is to know on how to wear ballet flats.
What Are Warm-Up Booties?
Warm-up booties are a great accessory in any dancer's collection. Find out more about warm-up booties and their benefits with BLOCH.
Our Dancers
Interviews & tips from our favourite dancers...
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Announcing our BLOCH Young Artists 2024
Introducing our next generation of BLOCH Young Artists! Hand picked by BLOCH for their skill, dedication and passion for all things dance!
Introducing...
Our 2023 Young Artists! Hand picked by Bloch for their skill, dedication and passion for dance.
Announcing our BLOCH Young Artists 2024
Introducing our next generation of BLOCH Young Artists! Hand picked by BLOCH for their skill, dedication and passion for all things dance!
Introducing...
Our 2023 Young Artists! Hand picked by Bloch for their skill, dedication and passion for dance.
In Conversation With Letícia Dias
We recently caught up with Soloist, Letícia Dias to discuss all things Ballet, her aspirations for the future and how she came to find her lifelong love for dance.