Comfort, Quiet and Durability. Gaynor Minden pointe shoes combine thoughtful design, expert American hand craftsmanship, and innovative modern materials.

Buoyant Support. Consistent Support. Gaynor Minden uses high quality elastomerics for its unbreakable shanks and boxes, not the antiquated paste and cardboard construction that makes other pointe shoes quickly deteriorate while tormenting the feet. The flexibility and support that you feel in the new shoe will remain the same throughout its long life. Gaynor Mindens have tremendous durability without being hard or clunky. The shoes last 3 to 6 times as long as most other brands.

The Look of Effortless Grace. Gaynor Minden knows that dancers are athletes as well as artists. Your talented feet deserve a little cushioning, especially if you dance on a hard floor. And it's not just for comfort - many dance injuries are caused by trauma, so Gaynor Minden is attempting to lessen the impact of landing from jumps. This is the first pointe shoe with shock absorption. Its resilient, patented construction helps you to jump, then provides a soft, silent, easy landing.

Ready To Go. Gaynor Minden shoes are ready to go. No tedious, painful breaking-in required. No more stomping or bashing your shoes. These are soft and flexible when new. You never cut or break Gaynor Minden shanks. They're arched, just like your feet.

Professional and Beginner. The wide selection of stiffnesses and styles accommodates both the professional and the beginner. Shanks and boxes range from feather-soft and pliable to firm and extra-supportive.

B-Morphe

Introducing the revolutionary new TMT technology. Developed by Bloch in conjunction with Elite Dancers from around the world the BMorph is molded to perfection by the individual dancer by applying direct heat from a hair dryer to the parts of the shoe that the dancer wants to adjust.

The special paste becomes pliable once heated, allowing the dancer to work the shoes to their liking by bending with their hand or walking gently around the studio. Once satisfied the dancer simply places the molded shoes into their fridge over night and the paste will set hard like a new pair of shoes, ready for use, tailored to the individual dancer's needs. The shoes can also be placed in the fridge after heavy sessions so that they return to "as new condition", prolonging the life of the shoe.

Gone are the days of having to go through the pain of wearing your hard new shoes for days on end until they eventually soften to the dancers liking. The new BMorph will be perfectly suited to each individual dancers liking within one day.

The BMorph also comes with a new plastic insole that is virtually unbreakable, which provides additional support for the dancer.

Axiom

This pointe shoe is constructed on a brand new last. The number of points where the foot is in contact with the shoe is increased, dispersing more of the dancers' weight throughout the foot with no risk of the metatarsals taking too much weight. This increases comfort and stability and a beautiful line that is true to classical aesthetics.

• U shaped Vamp
• Has red board and leather board shank
• Suits serious student through to professional
• New low profile box height and pre shaped sides provide more points of contact
• Seamless feathered wing puff tapers after the metatarsal
• Lower sides and angled seaming decreases bagginess and creasing
• Padded heel counter
• Flexible 3/4 style shank

Balance

The new shape on this shoe closely mimics the natural contours of the foot significantly improving injury prevention. The low profile increases the amount of surface area that is in direct contact with the foot, improving weight distribution and reducing pressure on individual metarsal.

The new width given to the Balance will also give the toes more room, reducing the displacement of the big toe joint and the development of bunions. Significantly the insole shape conforms to the arch providing a higher level of support for the ankle joint and surrounding tendons.

The improved fit of the Balance pointe allows the shoe to move inline with the dancer, increasing the dancer's control of the shoe. The dancer can be sure the shoe will work with them, complementing their technique.

The wide toe provides a strong balancing platform which has an unlimited amount of performance benefits as well as enhanced ankle support that transfers through to the knee and hip joints.

Signature Rehearsal 

This shoes paste moulds itself to the dancer's moist foot and is also responsible for a large reduction in noise on the floor. The platform is as high as it is wide and provides for both forward and lateral balance. The box is shaped for a perfect aesthetic and balanced platform. The platform is as high as it is wide, which provides for both forward and lateral balance. The difference between the Signature Performance and Signature Rehearsal is the shank. The Rehearsal has a red board body with a leather board centerpiece.

Sonata 

This shoe has a tapered heel for a snug fit. The platform is wide and tall which makes it a great balancing shoe.

The box is slightly shorter, to allow for an easier demi-pointe. The box also contains a cushion within the pleats to cut down on noise and a sponge inside the toe at the platform for extra comfort and protection.

The shank is made up of a 6-iron board and leather board centerpiece. The leather board is malleable and less likely to "snap" when broken. Another difference in the shank is that it contains no tack or glue on the heel. This allows the shank to bend easier at 3/4, reducing the pressure on itself and the shoe, resulting in the dancer being supported high and straight under the arch without having to fight to get there.

Suprima 

The Suprima pointe shoe has a streamline shape and is suited to a dancer with a narrow foot. The last itself is narrow and tapered which also allows for a snug fit on the heel. The Suprima has the smallest platform and the most tapered box of all the Bloch pointe shoes. These two features give an aesthetically pleasing finish to the leg line. The shank is made with a 5-iron board body, and a 3-iron board centerpiece.

Pro 2007

This pointe shoe is designed for beginner through to advanced dancers and is designed with a new anatomical form that offers support and comfort. It provides an easy transition from demi pointe to pointe and back. It is distinguished by it’s balance and placement as well as the lack of noise.

• V-shaped medium vamp
• Medium platform
• Suits beginner through advanced dancers
• New noise reducing strip on the platform and on the sole uner the toes
• New unique glue with latex to give the box additional elasticity

Elite

This shoe is an ideal choice for the dancer who has wide, square foot and a normal or low arch. The broad platform is excellent for balance on pointe, offering optimal stability. The Elite allows an easy transition from demi-pointe to pointe, and back.

• Low U-shaped vamp
• Medium platform 
• Wide box
• New noise reducing strip on the platform and on the sole under the toes 
• Light weight design

Aerial 

This is a long lasting shoe for dancers who are "on their way up" and is well suited for dancers with a wide forefoot and toes that taper. The Russian-style, tapered box lends to a very flattering line. The Aerial is created with a medium box and medium #2 shank. The smooth forefoot provides good stability and the narrow heel follows your heel profile closely.

Plie I 

Plie I provides a vamp that extends beyond the toe box for better support en pointe and flexibility when transitioning from flat to pointe. A hard #3 shank supports the arch and provides resistance to help strengthen the dancers foot. Side wings provide comfortable support as well.

Glisse 

The Glisse features a broader, "feathered", hand-molded toe box with a wide platform and long vamp. It's U-shaped throat allows the dancer to roll straight from flat to pointe with more support, more comfort, and a better overall line. Built with a hard #3 shank and suede socklining.

"D" Style from Principal

The characteristics of the Principal Pointe Shoe Style "D" are immediately noticeable in the fit. A strong, supportive wing block and a high slightly V-shaped vamp provide for long lasting wear and security. The medium-hard shank includes an inner leather piece, which is placed proportionally to the size of the shoe to offer added support in the metatarsal. The "D" style has a tapered toe box, which aesthetically lengthens the foot en pointe.

Diamond from Principal

Combining the consultation of medical professionals and dancers, Principal proudly introduced and launched the Diamond Pointe at the Dance Retailers News Expo 2004. Aimed at addressing and preventing common foot related injuries this shoe will better align and support the foot. It has a graduating 3/4 shank, a cushion and suede insole and is built to withstand long hours of rehearsals. The Diamond Pointe Shoe hopes to offer the foot better support from a medical standpoint, and also hopes to enable a dancer to have greater confidence while en pointe.