Pointe

Creative Outlet Cares Enough to Stay on Pointe...

"Parents should know that I work very closely with your daughter and her feet. She will receive very individual and close attention from me, personally. I do this because most teachers in most studios just send their students out to buy Pointe shoes with no guidance at all. This is what happened to me and it took unnecessary, frustrating years to figure it out. Many young dancers have given up dance for this very reason. Dancing on Pointe can be the most fun, freeing, and empowering of all. I wish to share this with your daughter."
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-- Mrs. Pagan Mosher, Co-Director,
Creative Outlet Dance Center

About Pointe Shoe Sizing

POINTE SHOE SIZING
By Appointment 1:00AM to 4:30
Sat. Aug. 20th in the Creative Outlet Office.

Dear Parent,

ATTENTION:

Please, arrive ten minutes before your appointment time in case we are ahead of schedule.
However, also, please be prepared to wait. Each fitting is of utmost importance to each individual dancer, so we appreciate your patience.
Also, would you please give us a courtesy call if you need to cancel or are delayed? We hate to keep anyone waiting!

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IMPORTANT:
All dancers need to wear easy to remove shoes and have clean feet.

Please, feel free to call me with any questions you may have about pointe shoes and your dancer .

Your dancer is now ready for her first pair of beautiful Pointe shoes. She will need to have her feet measured in multiple ways by a Certified Pointe Shoe Fitter. Luckily, I am a Certified Fitter for Gaynor Minden Pointe shoes. Gaynor Minden is the best Pointe shoe made today and I'm proud to place young dancers on their toes in these wonderful shoes.
If, you don't already have a Pointe shoe sizing appointment, I am requesting that you call the office to set one up. The office number is 928-9511. Please, leave a message if we are out and we will return your call as soon as we can.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. There will be lots of new information for you to assimilate. I will give you information to help you and your dancer understand the sizing and ordering process.

ANNOUNCING POINTE SNAPS!

Dear Dancer and Parent,

For busy schedules, we now offer a unique ribbon and elastic package. Including:
The Pointe Shoe Ribbons,
The Elastic,
The Pointe Snaps
Plus our expert service
in properly attaching them all for
The Low Price of $20.00.
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To keep things simple you can enjoy one stop shopping, since the Creative Outlet sells many other accessories that you may need, such as Pro-Pads, Stretch Ribbons, Stitch Kits, Ouch Pouches, Jelly Toes, Big Tips and Space Packs, Sox Liners, Totally Toes Fitting Kit, Heal, Grippers and more. These can be purchased by cash or check in The Dance Boutique.

The Gaynor Minden shoes are $98.00, a $12.00 shipping fee and a $6.00 first time fitting fee for at total of $136. I know that this is a lot of money but if you will go to the Gaynor Minden website at www.dancer.com and read "Why Gaynor Minden", you will learn that these shoes last much longer, are quieter, more comfortable and less stressful than any other shoe available today.

For the busy parent, we offer a special package that includes the Pointe Shoe Ribbons, the Elastic, the Snaps plus our service of attaching them, all for the low Price of $20.00. Of course, you may sew the ribbons on yourself, if you prefer. Many dancers desire the large pads for cushioning and I will fit those but they are not necessary with the Gaynor Minden shoe since the padding is built in. A fitting kit is the suggested source of padding for the toes and they are less expensive at $8.64 .It is ultimately the dancer's choice. Other Pads are $18.36 small / $19.44 large. Prices are subject to change.

Occasionally, dancers with unique feet require additional aid. In class I will evaluate, advice and use trial samples to see what is effective. If an item is required, I will send home a statement with your child. Don't worry. These extras rage in price from just $2.00 to $8.00. You may pay for the Pointe shoes & accessories by cash or check to The Creative Outlet Dance Center.

Please, know that I will work very closely with your daughter and her feet. She will receive very individual and close attention from me. I do this because most teachers in most studios just send their students out to buy Pointe shoes with no guidance at all. This is what happened to me and it took unnecessary and frustrating years to figure it out. Many, young dancers have given up dance for this very reason. Dancing on Pointe can be the most fun, freeing, and empowering of all. I wish to share this with your daughter.

Thank You,
Pagan Mosher
928-4347

Why Gaynor Minden?
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...WHEN TO BEGIN POINTE WORK

"Starting pointework is not just a question of age or physical maturity; readiness depends on strength, technique, attitude, and commitment. The bones of the foot are not fully developed, strengthened, and hardened until some time in the late teens or early twenties. Of course, there is a great deal of individual variation. If a young dancer attempts pointework without proper strength and technique, the significant forces created by the combination of body weight and momentum may damage those not fully-developed bones. Yet, if a dancer is truly ready, if the introduction to pointework is gradual and always carefully and knowledgeably supervised, if the pointe shoes are well chosen and properly fitted, there is minimal risk of injury even if the bones are not fully formed.

Most dancers are ready to begin pointework between the ages of ten and twelve. Occasionally, a supremely strong nine-year-old can safely go on pointe, but this is unusual."
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--The Ballet Companion, by Eliza Gaynor Minden,
Simon and Schuster, 2005. Used with permission.
(Emphasis Mrs. Pagan Mosher)

Pointe Shoe Price List

Gaynor Mindens 1 pair	$ 98.00*	Subtotals:
Shipping	$12.00	$110
Sizing fee (1st pair only)	$6.00	$116
Optional Services:
Ribbons/Elastics attachment package	$20	$136

Payable by cash or check made out to Pagan Mosher
Dancers may also need:
ProPads / Spacers / Fitting kits / Heal grippers /
and/ or Sockliners depending on their feet.
All of these items are separately priced and are
payable to Pagan Mosher.
*All Items Subject to Price change

Cleaning Gaynor Minden
Pointe Shoes

1. Purchase Triple Action Resolve spray. It is a carpet cleaner that you can find in many grocery and drug stores.

2. Get an old wash cloth.

3. Spray both shoes everywhere on the outside that they are soiled.

4. Wait one minute.

5. Rub the dirty areas. Pressure is good for those very dirty areas. Just don't fray the fabric.

6. Do 2nd shoe the same way. It is ok to spray again before rubbing.

7. If, both shoes still look dirty repeat steps 3, 5 & 6.

8. Let shoes air dry.

You won't get that brand new shine back but you will get them clean and much better looking--ready to perform in, YEAH!

While you are working with your shoes it is a great idea to double check the elastic & ribbons. You don't want them pulling loose, frayed or very dirty. Now is the time to repair!

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