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    How can I strengthen my feet?
    Geraldine Grace Johns
    Professional Ballerina & Ballet Instructor
    Geraldine Grace Johns is a Professional Ballerina and the Owner of Grace Ballet in New York and Los Angeles. Geraldine toured through New Zealand, Australia, Japan, and Korea as Jammes in Ken Hill's Original Phantom of the Opera. She has studied with the Royal Academy of Dance in London to become a teacher and taught for the Kudo School of Ballet in Yokohama. Geraldine also ran her own Royal Academy of Dance School in New Zealand before studying at the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre in New York City. Geraldine was a guest coach and Master Class teacher in Toronto for the Canadian Royal Academy of Dance's Dance Challenge in 2018, 2019, and 2020. She was also a guest coach and Master Class teacher for the USA Royal Academy of Dance Challenge in Long Beach, California in 2019 and 2020. Grace Ballet Los Angeles has won recognition as one of 13 Best Ballet Schools in Los Angeles since opening her school. Geraldine is a contract Practical Teaching Supervisor for the Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies for the Royal Academy of Dance.
    Professional Ballerina & Ballet Instructor
    Expert Answer
    Stroke the floor with your foot flat on the ground. Then, lift your foot, keeping your toes long and lengthened. You need to have very strong ankles and feet for secure pointe work.
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    Can I do this barefoot?
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    Community Answer
    No. Trying to do this move without any shoes is not a safe option, especially if you are a bit overweight. If you try to do this barefoot, you can sprain your toes, or even break them if you push it too far.
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    How can I make my toes and ankles strong?
    Community Answer
    Stretch and practice holding onto a barre, as shown in the article. Ballet is also a great way to strengthen your feet and ankles.
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    Can I use volleyball shoes to do a toe stand?
    Community Answer
    No. Because the top of the shoe is a little soft, you could seriously injure yourself.
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    Do I need ballet shoes to do a toe stand?
    Community Answer
    No, you can use tap shoes, or tennis shoes with a strong toe cap, or anything with a firm toe and something that supports your arch and ankle. However, you also need strong leg muscles. Read the instructions above carefully.
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