The Bloch,”Tensus Demi Pointe” is a transitional shoe from the ballet flat to the pointe shoe. It is designed to provide the correct amount of resistance for foot and ankle strengthening in preparation for pointe. It features an adjusted pointe shoe box construction, which is softer but still allows the dancer to experience the feel of a pointe shoe. The insole & outsole work together to provide the correct amount of resistance needed for foot & ankle strength. Size 4, Ribbons & Elastics sewn in. “Good Used Condition!”