subject: Dance Leotards For Ballet Classes [print this page] If you have just joined a ballet class then it is possible that you are completely baffled about what to wear for your first class. There are so many products out there aimed at the dance market that it can often be overwhelming. For a beginners class, there are likely to be no fixed or set rules about what you should wear. However, it is vital that you wear clothing that allows you to be both comfortable and flexible. You must be able to move and stretch easily during your class, and for this reason it is advisable that you invest in a simple dance leotard to enable you to do this.
Dance Leotards
Dance leotards can be purchased from numerous dancewear retailers both on the high street and online, and they will come in various colours and designs for you to choose from. They will also come either in sleeveless, short or long sleeved designs - it is advisable to wear a pair of tights under your leotard. Dance leotards are incredibly effective as clothing for ballet as they are very breathable and light to wear which is great for performing certain moves and jumps which require a lot of freedom of movement. Leotards are close fitting which allows the dancer a great deal of flexibility due to the elastic properties of the fabric and this also allows ballet teachers to properly assess a dancer's posture and leg movements.
Many people are confused at how to wear dance leotards, but it really is simple; a leotard is a one-piece garment and it must be entered through the neck opening. Once you have put it on for the first time it will all make complete sense, and you'll be in and out of it in a few seconds from then on!
Ballet Shoes
With dance leotards, ballet shoes are equally important for your first ballet class. Beginners in the dance will usually wear soft ballet shoes, otherwise known as slippers - then when she becomes more advanced she will start to wear pointe shoes, which are worn by ballerinas in order to dance 'en-pointe' i.e. on their tip-toes. Ballet shoes should be snug fitting but not too tight - this will prevent you from being able to move your toes and may make it harder to perform certain steps and moves. You must make sure your new ballet shoes fit well as ill-fitting ballet shoes can leave you uncomfortable and unable to dance to the best of your ability. In the worst case scenario you could be left with foot injuries - it's not worth the risk!
Where Can I Buy Dancewear?
You can buy dancewear including dance leotards and ballet shoes from a number of retailers both on-land and online. While it is often more cost-effective to buy online due to the discounts that many online retailers offer, it is incredibly important to try on your dancewear to ensure you have purchased the correct size. Having said this, many companies offer simple and easy exchange policies so you can exchange your products should they be the wrong size.
