Who it's for
Ballet, jazz, contemporary and lyrical dancers working on turns, plus figure skaters and gymnasts practicing spins. It works for kids and adults. Young dancers should use it with an adult nearby.
How to use it safely
- Pick the right floor. Use it on a smooth, hard floor with clear space around you, like tile, laminate or a studio floor. It can mark hardwood floors, so use it in another room or on a protective mat there. It won't spin on carpet.
- Warm up and start small. Begin with quarter and half turns, then build up to full turns once you feel steady.
- Stop when it's time. Take a break if you feel dizzy or anything hurts. Use it alongside class, not instead of it.
What's in the box
- Pirouette® turning board (pink, purple or blue)
- Velvet carry bag
- Thank-you card with access to the EasyPirouette Guide eBook
A gift she'll actually use
Tucked in its velvet bag, it's ready to give. A favorite for birthdays, Christmas, recitals and Nutcracker season, and a gift that gets used long after the wrapping paper is gone.
Questions parents ask
Do turning boards really help with pirouettes?
A turning board is a practice tool, not a shortcut. It helps a dancer feel balance, spotting and a pulled-up position through a full rotation, and that awareness carries back to class. It works best alongside regular lessons.
What age is it for?
Kids and adults can both use it. Younger dancers should practice with an adult nearby and start with small turns.
What floors does it work on?
Smooth, hard floors such as tile, laminate or a studio floor. It doesn't spin on carpet and can mark hardwood.
Is a turning board the same as a spin board or turn board?
Yes, dancers use all three names. If you'd like something smaller that comes gift-boxed, see the Pirouette® turning disc.
Do I need the carry bag?
The bag protects the board and makes it easy to take to class. If it will stay at home, the board without the bag is the same turning board for less.