MODIFICATIONS FOR THE ADVANCED STUDENT

After the student has danced on pointe for several years, she may desire to make some modifications in her shoes which will make the "breaking in" process shorter and easier, and which may increase the comfort of her shoes. These modifications should, of course, be made only with the knowledge and under the supervision of the teacher.

• Inserting Elastic in the Ribbons
• Cutting the Shank
• Shaving the Outer Shank
• Getting Rid of the Noise
• Softening the Boxes
• Hardening the Too-Soft Shoe
• Darning the Shoe
• "Pancake-ing" the Shoes