Toe Height Program – From Head To Toe Academy

Toe Height Program. Class 1. Introduction.

Welcome to your Toe Height Program! Here’s how each session flows:

1. Intro – We break down the focus and why it matters.

2. Technique – Learn what proper toe height looks like and how to achieve it.

3. Mobility – Build the range of motion needed to lift through the hips, knees, and ankles.

4. Drills – Apply it all with purposeful movements to reinforce control and height.

Our FORM approach:

Every dancer is different. Some have the range, some have the strength, and some can physically do it—but lack consistent technique. That’s why we assess first, then train smart using our FORM method:

• F – Facilitate: Help the body into position (e.g., ankle turned out, toe pointed, posture aligned).

• O – Optimize: Improve range and strength where it counts—hip flexors, calves, core.

• R – Rehearse: Practice controlled movements like high jumps and strong landings.

• M – Maintain: Lock it in with regular drills that reinforce great toe height and clean lines.

This layered approach builds lasting technique, not just temporary height.

Toe Height Program. Class 2. Technique.

Today we discuss technique. Although we might initially think about toes when we think of toe height – we learn that it’s the ankle that really needs our attention. Happy learning guys!

Toe Height Program. Class 3. Mobility.

Once you have an understanding of how to get into a high toe position, now we work on the mobility of the ankle if it’s not quite there yet.

Toe Height Program. Class 4. Practice Drills #1

To build our technique we begin with some simple drills to perfect before you move on to more advanced movements – this is so important!

Toe Height Program. Class 5. Static Strength!

6 exercises to strengthen all of the areas you need for Irish Dance Toe height! The feet, low legs, glutes & hamstrings! Have a step or yoga block and a theraband ready.

Toe Height Program. Class 6. Drills class #2.

Your second set of drills will begin to develop a little more speed and spring in your step! Specifically hopping onto your back foot without the heel dropping,

Toe Height Program. Class 7. Dynamic Strength.

Dancing with the heels off the ground requires us to move across the floor jump and land without the heels dropping. Being able to produce and absorb the force is important. Learn how in this class!