Pointe class is a type of dance training where ballerinas dance en pointe, meaning they dance on the tips of their toes while wearing special ballet shoes called pointe shoes. The focus of pointe class is to develop strength, control, balance, and technique in the dancer to perform movements and choreography while on their toes.
It requires extensive physical preparation and training as well as a high level of skill and mastery of ballet technique. Pointe class is not for beginners. Students must be enrolled in ballet class and have the approval of the instructor to enroll in pointe class.