Is your dancer ready to commence pointe work?
Commencing pointe work is one of the most exciting milestones in a young dancer's life, but going en-pointe places significant demands on a growing body. Before taking that step, it is worth making sure your dancer is truly ready.
A Pre-Pointe Assessment is a thorough, individualised evaluation of your dancer's readiness for pointe work, conducted with care and expertise, and following international best practice.
It is never about holding a dancer back. It is about setting them up for success — and protecting the body they will need for the rest of their life.
What is a pre-pointe assessment?
Every dancer is unique, which is why I look at the whole picture. Biomechanical screening covers:
Foot mobility
Foot and lower leg strength and control
Control and use of turnout
Postural alignment and pelvic position
Trunk strength and control
General health and injury history
Growth profile, including height, weight and growth trajectory to understand where your dancer is in their physical development
A variety of simple ballet technique tasks
What I assess:
What happens after the assessment?
You will receive a detailed written report emailed directly to you and your dancer's teacher. If any areas of concern are identified, I will design a personalised home programme to help address this, and I will communicate directly with your dancer's teacher so everyone is working toward the same goal: keeping your dancer safe, strong, and moving forward.
Follow-up appointments are available as needed.
“Programmes are designed with a clear understanding that young dancers and their families are very busy. Time is precious, and any home programme I design will complement your dancer's existing training without placing an unrealistic burden on their schedule.
This process is not about passing or failing.
It is about working together — with dancers, parents, and teachers — toward an exciting and important goal.”
- Sarah
Appointment Fees
Initial Appointment (2 hours): $180.00
Follow-Up Appointment: $45.00-$90.00
Ready to book?
Contact Sarah directly to book your appointment - sarah@prehab.nz
or 021 316 710
Weekend appointments available