How to Make an Arch Stretcher for Dance

Melia has been dancing since she was four years old.  She loves dance!  Her dance teacher told her she needed an arch stretcher so we googled it to find a $200 tool that wasn't in the budget.  There was a cheaper one, but also videos on how to DIY.  So we decided we could make one that would work.  With the exception of the board, the materials were all bought at Jo-Ann's.  We bought a half yard of material, a piece of foam, and some thick band elastic.  The board was bought at Home Depot. 

 Materials used:

1. 2x4 board cut to preferred length  

2. Fabric

3. Elastic

4. Foam 

5. Staple gun 

We cut the fabric to size and trimmed the foam.  The foam is used under the fabric to add a little cushion for your feet.  We used a staple gun to secure the fabric and elastic.  The staples seem more secure, but you could use glue.  The elastic needs to be tight to help stretch the feet and arches.

The video can be viewed at: Melia's Arch Stretcher

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