Advice & Education

In order to have a positive experience and a successful outcome at your first pointe shoe fitting, we have some suggestions to prepare and help you.

Pointe Shoe Pastes are a specially formulated glue-like substance, which is used in both the process of creating pointe shoes. BLOCH uses three different paste formulas to give you a variety of options.

Pointe shoes are a dancer's tool and so careful maintenance and preparation is key. Read about our tips on the absolute essentials of preparing pointe shoes, and how to care for pointe shoes.

Here’s how to stay dancing whilst staying home – no studio required

The most enchanting period in a dancer’s calendar is fast approaching: Christmas performance season! Follow our complete guide to preparing for your Nutcracker performance and making it your best yet!

There's nothing quite like the buzz of performance day and the best way to feel confident is to be prepared. Follow BLOCH's guide to getting performance ready for your best show yet!

Our superior range of dance apparel, footwear and accessories doesn’t just exist online, there is also a collection of BLOCH stores dotted around the globe for you to discover too — here's what to expect when you visit. 

Pointe work is hailed as the most iconic and elegant element of ballet, but how can you tell if you're ready to take this next step? Follow BLOCH's complete guide to knowing when you're ready to progress on to pointe.

Feel like you're in need of an assurance boost to help you perform at your best? Read on for BLOCH's top tips on building confidence in the ballet class and beyond.

If you want to enhance your dancing and stay ahead of the curve, consider incorporating these fun fitness activities into your routine to feel fitter, stronger and more confident in class.

Follow BLOCH's simple guide to sewing ribbons and elastic on pointe shoes, and make sure your new pair of pointe shoes are secure and ready to go!