How to Lace Ballet Shoes

Last Update: July 28, 2008

Video By: LIVESTRONG.COM

A poorly laced ballet shoe can lead to discomfort or injury. Learn how to lace ballet shoes in this dancing video.

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  • Sit on floor, ribbons equal & straight
  • Flex foot, crisscross at bottom of ankle
  • Cross behind ankle, cross in front of ankle
  • Tie on inside of ankle, tuck in ribbons

About this Author

Emily Larew is a professional dancer and dance teacher. She has studied at LA's The Edge and Millennium dance studios. She has studied with, taught and choreographed for tappers all over the US. Emily has toured with Big Idea's "Veggie Tales Live" National Tour, performed in numerous theatres in music awards programs, danced for cruise ships, music videos, the Beth Moore women's conference, and D.C. Talk's HERO! Tour. Emily can be found teaching tap at Nashville Dance Center and DC Dance Factory in Nashville, TN.

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