Choose Your Fitter
Every dancer is different. Now, your fitting experience can be too.
At Dancewear Center, pointe shoe fitting is more than a single appointment — it’s an ongoing relationship. By booking with a specific fitter, you can have consistency in your appointments, or try working with someone new!
Whether you’re returning for a refit or starting your pointe journey, you now have the option to choose the fitter who best aligns with your needs.
If you’re new to pointe, you’re welcome to book with any of our fitters — we’ll guide you every step of the way!
Please note that our pointe shoe fitting schedule often runs separate from store hours. If you have any questions about your appointment time, please reach out to us directly at info@dancewearcenter.net.
Meet Your Fitters
Samantha
Owner & Pointe Shoe Specialist
(she/her)
Approach: Thoughtful, technical, and goal-oriented. Samantha prioritizes function and safety while balancing aesthetics and dancer preference.
👉 Book with Samantha in Renton
👉 Book with Samantha in Snohomish
5 ⭐ Reviews:
“Samantha and her team were absolutely amazing! Samantha was so kind to my daughter just starting to learn dance. She was educated, informative, caring, a master of her trade. They have everything you need and I would’ve given her 12 stars if I could have. They are a place of precision and perfection. Go here, you will love the experience!”
- Christina
“Samantha, the owner, was beyond words incredible! She was so authentic, attentive, informative and educated working with my daughter who’s brand new to dance! If I could give 20 stars I would. Absolutely wonderful experience! They have EVERYTHING you will need. Precision and perfection! Go here.”
- Christi
Emma
Social Media Director & Pointe Shoe Specialist
(she/they)
Approach: Education-driven and comfort first. Emma prioritizes reducing pain en pointe and understanding more about pointe shoes and yourself as a dancer, helping dancers feel confident in both their shoes and their training. And if you want content — she’s got you!
👉 Book a virtual fitting with Emma
Want to create content with Emma? Email her directly at emma@dancewearcenter.net for more info!
5 ⭐ Review:
“Had a great experience with my daughter’s pointe shoe fitting. Emma was very patient and really listened to her, while also offering some no-pressure guidance. My daughter is so excited to try her new shoes.”
- Mark
Melissa
Director of Operations & Pointe Shoe Specialist
(she/they)
Approach: Welcoming, adaptable, and dancer-first. Melissa creates a comfortable, supportive environment and meets each dancer where they are, making fittings approachable and collaborative.
5 ⭐ Reviews:
"Melissa has been so patient, caring and sensitive with my daughter who is very anxious. She puts my daughter at ease. After repeated fittings my daughter has started to open up and has been speaking directly to Melissa. We absolutely love Melissa!"
- Alex
“My daughter was ready for her second pair of pointe shoes and we went back to DWC where Melissa took such good care of us during the first fitting. Melissa was equally as attentive and sensitive to my daughter’s needs this time. She was very patient and thorough. She took her time explaining and answered all our questions. Melissa is very positive and kind which helped to make my daughter feel safe and confident. Thank you for another wonderful experience.”
- A
Olivia
Director of Inventory & Pointe Shoe Specialist
(she/her)
Approach: Inclusive, encouraging, and informative. Olivia ensures every dancer feels seen and supported, while helping them better understand their feet, their shoes, and their technique.
5 ⭐ Review:
“We love Dancewear Center! Olivia was absolutely great with my daughter's pointe shoe fitting. She took time to try a variety of brands and even went to the back to look for different brands/sizes to find her just the right shoes. We will definitely purchase future shoes from DWC and if we need to get my daughter re-fitted, Olivia would be our top choice!”
- Erin
Our Fitting Philosophy
At Dancewear Center, we approach pointe shoe fitting as a craft.
Every fitting begins with listening — understanding the dancer in front of us, their training load, their goals, their history, and how their current shoes are performing. We assess strength, alignment, flexibility, and foot shape before we ever reach for a shoe.
Our goal isn’t simply to find “a shoe that works,” but to identify the right balance of support, longevity, aesthetics, and function for where that dancer is right now.
A fitting with us is thoughtful, education-driven, and ongoing. We document each appointment, track changes over time, and remain available for follow-up, troubleshooting, and refits as dancers grow and their needs evolve.
This is not a transaction — it’s a long-term partnership in your training.
Staff Member Bizzie Adams, photo by En Avant Photography