The Pointe: Our Blog

BLOCH pink ballet ribbon with a signed pair of pointe shoes

Advice & Education

Everything you need to know about taking care of your Bloch products, stretching, workouts, what to wear, hair styles and more...

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How to build confidence in the classroom

Nov 12, 2018

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

What to expect when you visit a BLOCH store

Nov 12, 2018

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. 

3 strength training workouts for dancers

Oct 22, 2018

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.

Parent Guide: How To Get Ready For Dance Class

Sep 16, 2021

If you are feeling confused about what to expect from dance classes or what dancewear to buy, this back-to-dance guide will take the hassle out of preparing your child for class.

How Ballet Pointe Shoes Are Made: Pointe Shoe Pastes

Sep 07, 2021

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.

Beyond the Barre

Join us outside of the studio, and immerse yourself in the world of dance...

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Ballet dancer tying the ribbons of her pointe shoes
A ballet dancer en pointe wearin pink pointe shoes and a white tutu

Our Products

A spotlight on our most-loved products with hints & tips on how to use & care for them...

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Dance Bag Checklist: 8 Dance Bag Essentials

Aug 27, 2019

Equally as important as the perfect-fitting leotard, ballet shoes or jazz pants, is a dance bag equipped with all those extra essentials. Here are five BLOCH necessities we recommend keeping packed at all times.

Our Dancers

Interviews & tips from our favourite dancers...

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Julian Mackay wearing BLOCH holding 5th position