Massage Tools

Are you excited about going up en pointe but not sure how to take care of your feet or shoes?  Are you worried about sewing on your ribbon & elastic correctly?  Be fully prepared with the Pointe Starter Kit from Allegro!  The kit contains 6 items carefully chosen by Allegro staff to make sure you have everything you need for a successful start en pointe:

• Stitch Kit™ PRO for all your sewing needs (includes detailed sewing instructions, strong waxed thread, sewing needles, thimble, seam ripper, and safety pins).

• Super Pillowcase™ Mesh Pointe Shoe Bag for proper shoe storage.

• Loose Lambs Wool for easing pain & pressure.

• Allegro Toe Tape for preventing blisters.

• Footsie Roller for massaging sore feet.

• Pointe Shoe Key Chain as a commemorative keepsake. 

Plus, getting the Pointe Starter Kit gives you more bang for your buck.  The regular price for these 6 items would be $72.50, so by purchaseing them together in the Pointe Starter Kit, you save 18%!

FAQs

1. Is the Pointe Starter Kit only for beginner pointe students?

The Pointe Starter Kit is an essential set of items designed with beginner pointe students in mind, but it also makes an excellent gift for pointe dancers of all levels.  You can never have enough lambs wool, toe tape, or massage tools, and who doesn't love getting a cute key chain?  Plus, advanced dancers often have multiple pairs of shoes going at the same time, which makes having an extra mesh bag a necessity.

2. Why do I need a mesh pointe shoe bag?

Traditional paste pointe shoes, which are a majority of the pointe shoes made today, gradually breakdown over time due to wear & tear and the softening of the paste due to moisture.  When you dance, your feet sweat, and if you don't fully allow your pointe shoes to air dry after dancing, they will "die" much more quickly.  A mesh pointe shoe bag is ventilated with small holes, thus allowing your shoes to air dry while still being able to contain all your accessories.  Additionally, the Pillows for Pointes Super Pillowcase™ mesh bags have a convenient inner pocket for storing your toe pads, because you don't want to leave your sweaty toe pads inside of your pointe shoes either.

3. How do I use lambs wool and toe wrap?

As your shoes break in, you may experience some extra pain or pressure.  To ease this, simply rip off a small bit of lambs wool and place inside your pointe shoes or your toe pads to add a little extra comfort wherever you need it. 

If you notice rubbing or redness on your toe knuckles or heels, that is a sign that you may be developing a blister.  Simply cover/wrap the affected area with toe tape to help protect the affected area & prevent blisters.  If you already have a blister, use the toe tape to keep a bandage in place.  Toe tape can also be used for taping toe spacers or lambs wool in place.

4.  Are the pointe shoe key chains real pointe shoes?

No, they are miniature replicas of pointe shoes for decorative purposes only.  Often, dancers will write the date & name of their first pair of pointe shoes on the bottom of their pointe shoe key chain, so that they'll always remember when they got their first pair. 

Relieve your sore tootsies with the Bunheads® Footsie Roller by Capezio.  The grooves in this wooden roller are perfect for easing tension in your arches, smoothing out knots, and breaking up scar tissue.  Makes an excellent gift for all dancers, dance teachers, and of course, you!  Treat yo' self!

Materials: wood, silicone

Style No. BH500

A sweet treat for tired feet. 

Hand-made by Kettlepot Soap in the USA for the Covet Dance's Dance Apothecary Collection, the sugarplum-scented Barre Balm is infused with arnica to help soothe swollen & achy feet.  Jasmine & musk combine to sweetly scent your feet while cocoa, shea, and mango butters gently moisture dry skin.  After a long day of dancing, simple rub product onto skin & massage in with circular motions for soreness relief.  

Dimensions: 62 grams (2.15 oz) of product by weight.

Keep your eyes on the stars and your feet on the ground.

Keep your foot-care regime "en pointe" with the Dancer Foot Care Kit by Covet Dance, featuring a 4-Piece "Nailed It" Manicure Set, spiky purple massage ball, and DeFeet Da Funk Foot Spray.  The manicure set will keep your toenails trimmed (most important for pointe work) while the foot spray will deodorize your feet & shoes with a proprietary blend of eucalyptus & peppermint essential oils and notes of citrus.  Our favorite part of the kit is the spiky massage ball, which is great for easing sore muscles after dancing (check out our blog on how to use it here!).  All three items come in a cute pouch, making it the perfect holiday or birthday gift.  

Style No. DFC-KIT

Amp up your at-home fitness routine with the Deluxe Fitness Kit by Superior Stretch, featuring every conceivable stretch & strengthening tool we could think off, as well as a foam roller and spiky ball to massage sore muscles.  Makes a great gift for the dancer who deserves the very best! 

The Deluxe Fitness Kit includes:

• Star Yoga Mat: 68" x 24" x 4mm; purple
• Yoga Block: made of premium EVA foam; 9" X 6" X 3"; blue
• 4-Pack of Clover Resistance Bands: each band is 4" x 48"; Pink = light, Red = medium, Blue = Hard, Black = Heavy-weight
• 4-Pack of Leg Bands: each band is 12" long flat; Orange = light, Yellow = medium, Green = Hard, Blue = Heavy-weight
• SuperiorBand Pink: natural latex rubber stretch & strengthen band; links to instructional videos included!
• Nylon Mesh Bag: perfect for storing your equipment
• Pink Foam Roller
• Blue Soft Spiky Massage Ball: 2.5" in diameter

Superior Stretch's Firm Spiky Massage Ball has the right amount of cushion for a tough massage. Massage balls are great for the bottom of your feet, rotator relief, calves, and quads. This ball provides muscle soreness relief when you need it most. 

Diameter: 3.5 inches

This Massage Handle™ by Improvedance comes included with THE-footstretcher™, but sometimes #lifehappens and you might need a replacement. Also a stand alone tool- this is a 3-in-1 product and can be used to roll out those achy feet, relax any tight muscles, and release those deep tissues. 

Choose from 3 different colors!

You're KNOT going to believe what this massage kit can do for you...

The Massage Kit by American Dance Supply is an excellent gift for any achy dancer (aka ALL dancers).  This kit comes with a massage roller, a massage ball, and a mesh bag for easy storage, and the best part about this kit is that the massage tools can be frozen or heated depending on the dancer's needs!  The massage roller and massage ball are textured, which is great for getting into muscle knots & breaking up scar tissue.  Your body will thank you for getting this amazing massage kit!

Style Number: ADS031

Muscle relief made with organic ingredients.

Sore muscles after a hard day's dancing?  Rub on & massage in the Relevé Relieve Muscle Rub from the Dance Apothecary Collection by Covet Dance to melt soreness away.  Made with organic & fair trade ingredients, this muscle rub has warming & cooling properties to help increase blood flow and rejuvenate tired, sore muscles. 

Ingredients: Fair Trade Certified Organic Cocoa Butter, Organic Beeswax, Organic Sunflower Oil, Essential Oil of Camphor, Organic Menthol Crystals, Organic Olive Oil, Arnica, and Vitamin E

Net Wt: 0.56 oz. (17g)

Style No. RR-MR

Superior Stretch's Soft Spiky Massage Ball has the right amount of cushion for a gentle massage. Massage balls are great for the bottom of your feet, rotator relief, calves, and quads. This ball provides muscle soreness relief when you need it most. 

Diameter: 2.5 inches

Relieve tired, sore muscles with the Foam Roller by Suffolk.  A foam outer layer surrounds a hard plastic layer to create just the right amount of firmness when rolling out your muscles.  The uneven surface of the roller creates a textured massage experience that is perfect for breaking up scar tissue and releasing muscle knots.  With a solid inner core of high density foam for additional strength & durability, the Suffolk Foam Roller makes a thoughtful gift for any dancer, as it will last a long time and be in near-constant use. 

Specifications: 5.5" x 13"

Style No. 1541

Perfect for gently but effectively massaging your feet, legs, hips, and back, the Massage Ball by Suffolk is a must-have item for all dancers to help release knots & ease muscular tension.  

Color: Pink

Size: 2.25" in Diameter

Materials: Rubber

Style No. 1530

An essential item for rolling out muscles before and after a workout, the Foam Roller by Superior Stretch has a solid core and dual pressure zones. This tool will provide that "hurt-so-good" feeling that comes with myofascial release. Makes a great gift- dancers, cheerleaders, gymnasts, athletes, even moms and dads!

Available in 3 happy colors: Pink, Purple, and Blue

Tired?  Sore?  Time for a massage!

Relieve your tired & sore muscles with the Massage Roller Stick by Superior Stretch.  Built to last a lifetime with high-quality industrial-strength materials, the thermoplastic rubber & polypropylene handles provide an ergonomic grip to so you can effectively target your neck, shoulders, deltoids, upper & lower back, hamstrings, quadriceps, knees, calf muscles, and feet. 

Length: 18 inches with 9 independent rollers