Pointe
Pointe Classes in St. Petersburg, FL
Pointe classes at The Academy of Ballet Arts provide advanced students with the technical training and strength needed for pointe work. This specialized ballet technique allows dancers to balance and move on the tips of their toes while wearing pointe shoes, which provide structural support to distribute weight safely.
What Students Will Learn
- Pointe Technique: Develop proper alignment, balance, and control while dancing en pointe.
- Strength & Endurance: Build the foot, ankle, and core strength required for pointe work.
- Safe Transitions: Learn how to rise, balance, and descend from pointe positions with precision.
- Artistry & Expression: Enhance movement quality and stage presence while dancing en pointe.
Pointe training requires dedication and prior ballet experience to ensure students have the strength and technique needed for safe progression.
Class Schedule
Tuesday
Time | Course | Studio | Instructor |
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5:15-6:00 PM | IB Pre-Pointe | Studio 1 | Michelle Kuusela |
6:00-7:00 PM | IIB Pointe | Studio 2 | |
7:30-8:30 PM | IV Pointe | Studio 3 | Michelle Kuusela |
Wednesday
Time | Course | Studio | Instructor |
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6:30-7:30 PM | Adult Pointe II | Studio 2 | Suzanne B. Pomerantzeff |
7:00-8:00 PM | IIB Pointe | Studio 1 | Michelle Kuusela |
Thursday
Time | Course | Studio | Instructor |
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6:30-7:30 PM | IIA Pointe | Studio 2 | |
6:30-7:30 PM | Adult Pointe I | Studio 3 | Suzanne B. Pomerantzeff |
7:30-8:30 PM | III Pointe | Studio 3 | Michelle Kuusela |
Saturday
Time | Course | Studio | Instructor |
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10:45-11:30 AM | III/IV Pointe | Studio 2 | Marsha Wilson |
10:45-11:30 AM | IB Pre-Pointe | Studio 3 | Michelle Kuusela |
Why Train at The Academy of Ballet Arts?
Located in Midtown St. Petersburg, The Academy of Ballet Arts is a non-profit dance studio committed to professional ballet instruction. As a member of the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance and Grand Central District, we provide a high-quality dance education in a supportive and structured environment.
Enroll today to take the next step in your ballet training!