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Pre Pointe Assessment For those of you who don’t know, I offer Pre Pointe Assessments. This entails coming to your dance school, (or home visits or you coming to me). I look at the various important attributes to seeing if…
Vegan Pointe Shoes – Available Worldwide! Special Order Grishko
Vegan Pointe Shoes – Available Worldwide! Special Order Grishko
Vegan Pointe Shoes – Grishko Vegan Pointe shoes are available as special order and I can indeed send them worldwide. Are you located abroad? Then knowing your exact model, size, width and shank in a Grishko pointe shoe will be…
Grishko Victory Pointe Shoes – Nikolay Victory Pointe Shoes

Grishko Victory Pointe Shoes – Nikolay Victory Pointe Shoes

Grishko Victory (Nikolay Victory) Pointe Shoes   Grishko Victory pointe shoes (known as Nikolay Victory to the USA market) is a brand new pointe shoe model which is an upgraded version of the Grishko Elite model. Victory is based on…

February 15, 2021 Pointe Shoes, Reviews No Comments
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Grishko Stream Pointe (Nikolay Stream Pointe) Shoes

Grishko Stream Pointe (Nikolay Stream Pointe) Shoes

Grishko Stream Pointe (Nikolay Stream Pointe) Shoes   Grishko Stream Pointe (known as Nikolay Stream Pointe to the USA market) is a brand new pointe shoe model which is an upgraded version of the Smart Pointe model. Built on the…

February 14, 2021 Pointe Shoes, Reviews No Comments
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Pointe Shoe Box Shapes – Pointe Shoe Fitting Series

Pointe Shoe Box Shapes – Pointe Shoe Fitting Series

Pointe Shoe Box Shapes (Pointe Shoe Fitting Series)   Pointe shoe box shapes are one of the many crucial things that should be considered with pointe shoe fitting. Here is the video from YouTube. Which also features information about Grishko/Nikolay…

February 14, 2021 videos No Comments
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Grishko / Nikolay Classic Excellence Collection

Grishko / Nikolay Classic Excellence Collection

Grishko / Nikolay Classic Excellence Collection Classic Excellence Collection is the best uniform range on the market. Features versatile, elegant, supreme quality garments which are perfect for ballet auditions, summer intensives and of course as apart of everyday ballet class…

February 4, 2021February 4, 2021 Features No Comments
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Nikolay Grishko Black Label Collection (Exclusive Limited Edition Leotards From Russia!)

Nikolay Grishko Black Label Collection (Exclusive Limited Edition Leotards From Russia!)

Black Label Collection Grishko (known as Nikolay in the USA) have produced this stunning variety of EXCLUSIVE high end leotards known as “Black Label Collection”. Made in Russia featuring a one off unique print, Black Label Collection 2 is already…

January 7, 2021 Features, videos No Comments
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Grishko/Nikolay Pointe Shoe Shanks (ALL You Need To know!)

Grishko/Nikolay Pointe Shoe Shanks (ALL You Need To know!)

Grishko/Nikolay Pointe Shoe Shanks! This video was filmed on my Instagram as a spontaneous live stream. It covers a massive amount of information regarding Grishko/Nikolay pointe shoe shanks. So many dancers are not aware that as a brand Grishko (Nikolay…

September 21, 2020 videos No Comments
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Pointe Shoe Paste – The Incredible Options From Grishko/Nikolay Russia

Pointe Shoe Paste – The Incredible Options From Grishko/Nikolay Russia

POINTE SHOE PASTE… Grishko (Nikolay) offer an incredible variety of options for paste (also know as glue) in their pointe shoes. Pointe shoe paste is an important factor when it comes to the production of pointe shoes. This is why,…

July 18, 2020 Pointe Shoes, videos No Comments
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2007 Pointe Shoe Models! – ALL You Need To Know About The Grishko/Nikolay 2007 Last!

2007 Pointe Shoe Models! – ALL You Need To Know About The Grishko/Nikolay 2007 Last!

2007 Pointe Shoe Models – Everything You Need To know!   Want to know more about ALL the models built on the infamous Grishko/Nikolay 2007 last!? Well this video is for you! PACKED full of intricate information. EVERY detail! Box…

July 13, 2020 Pointe Shoes, videos No Comments
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Grishko Contrasts Dancewear Collection (Nikolay)

Grishko Contrasts Dancewear Collection (Nikolay)

Grishko Contrasts Dancewear Collection (Nikolay) Grishko Contrasts new dancewear collection (known as Nikolay in the USA) features a variety of stunning prints and of course their sublime fabrics which feel like a second skin. I will go through each Grishko…

June 16, 2020June 17, 2020 Features No Comments
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Grishko Katya / Nikolay Katya Pointe Shoes

Grishko Katya / Nikolay Katya Pointe Shoes

Grishko Katya / Nikolay Katya Pointe Shoes Grishko Katya is a recent addition to the huge variety of pointe shoe models available from Grishko (Nikolay in the US). I first saw this model at the Atlantic Dance Retail Show in…

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Amelia from @horizonsdanceacademy worked hard in h Amelia from @horizonsdanceacademy worked hard in her Demi pointe shoes and has now graduated to pointe! In Victory Flex 🩰💫 #firstpointeshoes #pointeshoefitting #enpointe #firstpointes #pointes
Astrid from @allstars_theatreacademy in 3007 Speci Astrid from @allstars_theatreacademy in 3007 Special 🩰💫 #pointe #enpointe #dancers #pointeshoefitter #pointefitting
Special order purple pointe shoes - 3007 with vega Special order purple pointe shoes - 3007 with vegan sole for Willow 💜 #specialorderpointeshoes #purplepointeshoes #veganpointeshoes #pointeshoefitting #colouredpointeshoes
I'm so behind with photos - here's Maya in Tamara I'm so behind with photos - here's Maya in Tamara 💫🩰 #grishko #pointeshoes #pointeshoefitting #ballet #dancers
First pointe shoes for Ellie from @pixielottperfor First pointe shoes for Ellie from @pixielottperformingartsacademy @enpointebymaddie - Grishko/nikolay miracle special 🩰💫 #firstpointeshoes #ballet #pointeshoefitting #dancers #firstpointes
Friday 17th April at @elizabethfentondanceschool i Friday 17th April at @elizabethfentondanceschool in Maidenhead. I have a rare 1 slot available!! If you are in or near to Maidenhead and want to slot please contact me!

#pointeshoefitting #maidenhead #pointeshoefitter #pointe #dancers
Friday 17th April at @elizabethfentondanceschool i Friday 17th April at @elizabethfentondanceschool in Maidenhead. I have a rare 1 slot available!! If you are in or near to Maidenhead and want to slot please contact me!

#pointeshoefitting #maidenhead #pointeshoefitter #pointe #dancers
Emma from @sanmariestudio in Grishko/Nikolay Neopo Emma from @sanmariestudio in Grishko/Nikolay Neopointe 🩰💫 @melissa_ann_chapman #pointeshoefitting #pointework #pointeshoefitter #neopointe #dancers
Evie from @dancestepsacademy in Grishko/Nikolay Dr Evie from @dancestepsacademy in Grishko/Nikolay Dream Pointe 2007 Pre Arched 🩰💫 @lynsey.stock  #pointeshoefitter #dancers #ballet #pointes #newpointeshoes
Lucia @luciawratten from @hipa_studios in Grishko/ Lucia @luciawratten from @hipa_studios in Grishko/Nikolay Miracle special 🩰💫 #pointeshoefitting #pointe #dancers #pointeshoefitters #enpointe
What a transformation for this dancer. Her old sho What a transformation for this dancer.
Her old shoes were her first pointe shoes from just September... a few points:
⚡️Alignment affected and unable to get on the platform correctly causing over compensating and putting stress on the Achilles too. Making it all so much harder work for her.
⚡️Platform SO small and such a rounded roly poly edge making it a huge struggle to balance and stay on it 
⚡️Box shape far too tapered and narrow for her toe configuration and metatarsal shape which not only is uncomfortable but also affects placement 
⚡️Sinking down into the shoe causing her toes to be on the floor and zero lift. Making her legs do all the work trying to pull up 
⚡️Shank way too soft offering zero support. Even when new it would be too soft for her. Sure, choosing a shank isn't just about your level of pointe but many factors... but gosh this shank barely existed... 
⚡️Paste of shoe WAY too light again offering zero support
⚡️Vamp far too long offering a terrible roll through with zero articulation and stress on the top of the foot 
⚡️In other positions due to the shoes not offering the right features and support plenty of Sickling and causing the platforms to wear out unevenly..

When we are new to pointe we don't know what to expect. This is why when I fit beginners and even experienced dancers I break down and explain everything to the finest of details and help dancers understand what their needs are. And why that is.

#pointereel #pointeshoecomparison #pointeshoefitting #enpointe #pointe
Pointe shoe fittings at @footworksschoolofdance 🩰💫 Pointe shoe fittings at @footworksschoolofdance 🩰💫 #pointework #enpointe #pointeshoefitter #pointeshoefitting #dancerslifestyle
First pointe shoe and Demi pointe shoe fittings at First pointe shoe and Demi pointe shoe fittings at @_official_arts #pointeshoefitting #demipointeshoes #firstpointeshoes #enpointe #dancersofig
@elena_dancer.x in her first pointe shoes Grishko/ @elena_dancer.x in her first pointe shoes Grishko/Nikolay 3007 special 🩰💫 #firstpointeshoes #dancerslife #pointeshoefitter #enpointe #ballet
Keira and Sophia from @louisekatedance in their De Keira and Sophia from @louisekatedance in their Demi pointe shoes 
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Did you know the amazing benefits of Demi pointe shoes? I still wear mine in class often!⁣⁣⁣
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See my video all about them on: www.YouTube.com/straighttothepointe⁣⁣⁣
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Some of the benefits:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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💎Strengthens the ankles. Perfect for those working towards getting pointe shoes. But also great to wear for those already en pointe too! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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💎Teach you how to work your feet better and point your feet. And learning not to curl toes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⁣⁣⁣⁣
💎Get dancers used to working in actual pointe shoes. Makes the transition to pointe much easier.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⁣⁣⁣⁣
💎Improve Demi pointe work and allow you to work more on balance even on Demi. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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💎Makes your intrinsic foot muscles stronger and therefore more prepared for pointe work. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⁣⁣⁣⁣
💎Can also sort out any sickling issues and correct ankle alignment. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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💎Gets dancers used to the feeling of how firm a pointe shoe box feels around the foot without being too tough. (The box is not as strong as a standard pointe shoe box). ⠀⁣⁣
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💎Improves ankle and foot placement and builds strength faster. Therefore in many cases gets dancers not yet ready for pointe much more stronger and prepared. ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⁣⁣⁣⁣
💎Perfect for exams. Some associations require dancers to wear Demi pointes for certain grades. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⁣⁣⁣⁣
Of course however, Demi pointe shoes must not be worn to go en pointe because there is no shank and the box and wings and platform are not made for pointe. They have a weaker construction.⁣⁣⁣⁣
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#softpointes ⁣#demipointeshoes  #prepointeshoes #pointeprep #prepointe
Great to be back fitting first and new pointe shoe Great to be back fitting first and new pointe shoes at @footworksschoolofdance - more pics soon. I'm verrrry behind with pics actually. Hope to catch up some day. #firstpointeshoes #enpointe #grishko #dancers #pointeshoefitting
Beatrice @hampstead_ballet_school in Grishko/Nikol Beatrice @hampstead_ballet_school in Grishko/Nikolay Dream Pointe 🩰💫 #pointeshoefitter #pointeshoefitting #dancers #pointeshoes #ballet
Blythe @blytherailton from @associatesdance in Gri Blythe @blytherailton from @associatesdance in Grishko/Nikolay Stream Pointe 🩰💫 #pointeshoefitter #pointeshoefitting #dancers #pointeshoes #ballet
It was nice to be invited to fit first pointe shoe It was nice to be invited to fit first pointe shoes at @newhalldance - having fitted quite a few dancers from New Hall before it was nice to see the actual school. #pointeshoefitter #firstpointeshoes #enpointe #pointeshoefitting #pointes
Tonight I said goodbye to my Megan Moo. Nearly 17 Tonight I said goodbye to my Megan Moo. Nearly 17 years.
I've had a rough couple of years to and thro to the vets being brushed off with "cystitis" and "urine infections" and even possible hyper thyroid. To eventually going elsewhere in October and finally getting a scan to be told she had a huge mass in her bladder that was likely cancer and not curable. 

Tonight It was a different vet to Mondays but anyway. This vet did feel her bladder and could feel a lump but said it was small like 1cm... strange considering the scan I had in October showed a huge mass in her bladder. The scan never came through to this vet's from the other. But either way, Megan had gotten so bad so something was def going on. Whether it was the bladder cancer they suspected or not. As mentioned in my other post: today I couldn't even syringe feed or hydrate her. And despite the sub q fluids tonight the vet said she was still dehydrated. On the last scan in October one of her kidneys was smaller than the other too. Which could have always been that way.

What I have learned from this: if you guys ever have a cat with constant "cystitis" and keep being brushed off. Find a vet that will take you seriously. Get a scan. Although bladder cancer in cats isn't curable if you have a younger cat that can withstain surgery you could buy extra time. If the cat is in good health obviously.... 

I left her there. I usually bury my cats but wanted a day to think about it. But already I know I want to go back and get her and bury her. I know many don't but I guess because that's what I've always done I just don't feel comfortable with cremation. 

I did my very best Megan. At least I changed vets twice and finally on the 3rd time lucky found the best vets of the bunch.
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