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Our Favorite Competition Dance Gear — From Bags to Beauty
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items These are the tried-and-true essentials my daughter and I always bring to dance competitions — from the glam must-haves to the things that keep her calm, focused, and stage-ready. Everything on this list has earned its place in our comp bag because i...
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🎒 Gear & Organization
👟 Performance Shoes
🧘 Recovery & Body Care Tools
🍬 Snacks & Energy Boosts
🎒 Gear & Organization
Everything in this section keeps comp day prep sorted from wardrobe protection to hydration, organization, and on-the-go convenience.
This Rac n Roll Large Built‑In Dance Bag is the ultimate backstage companion — a rolling duffel that honors up to 15 costumes with its sturdy, retractable garment rack. Perfect for quick changes and keeping everything wrinkle-free, it’s durable, styl...
Large Rac n Roll Dance Bag
This 50″ Sleeping Lamb clear garment bag is a lifesaver for competition weekends. It’s roomy enough for full costumes and features handy zipper pockets for tights, shoes, and accessories—keeping everything organized and wrinkle-free. The PVC window l...
SLEEPING LAMB Clear Garment Bag for Kids 50"
These Theatrical Convertible Dance Tights are the soft, reliable layer my daughter depends on during competitions. With a stretchy nylon‑spandex blend and convertible design, they easily switch from footed to footless depending on the routine and sho...
Convertible Dance Tights
The Owala FreeSip 32 oz Water Bottle is my go-to hydration companion during competition weekends. The one-handed flip-open lid and leak-proof seal mean no fuss between routines, even when she’s hustling backstage. It fits perfectly in the side zipper...
FreeSip® Water Bottle
The PackIt Freezable Lunch Bag is our go-to cooler for comp days—it literally doubles as an ice pack and lunch tote. Freeze it overnight, pack snacks and drinks in the morning, and it keeps everything chilled for hours without extra ice. It’s spaciou...
Shop the Original Freezable Lunch Bag - PackIt
This Fanwoli foldable mirror is a game-changer on comp day. It hangs neatly from your Rac n Roll rack, folds flat into its own cover, and gives a full-body view with clear, distortion-free reflection. Lightweight yet sturdy, it’s designed for travel ...
Fanwoli Hanging Mirror for Dance Bag & Rack
👟 Performance Shoes
These Bloch Spin II Half-Sole lyrical shoes—often called the “Ladies Spin”—are a staple in our dance bag. The stretch canvas upper, suede sole, and wide silicone-lined elastics offer a secure fit and excellent traction for spins and turns. My daughte...
Ladies Spin 2 Half Sole Shoes, Light Sand - Bloch
These Bloch Jason Samuels Smith tap shoes—created in collaboration with the legendary choreographer—deliver pro-level comfort, sound clarity, and durability. With a triple-stacked heel and hard leather sole, they stay true to size and let the taps re...
Jason Samuels Smith Tap Shoes - Bloch
These Capezio Women’s E‑Series Jazz Slip‑On shoes are a dancer’s dream—easy to pull on, super soft, and perfect for performances or rehearsals. The neoprene arch hugs the foot during pointing and flexing, reducing bunching, while the split sole and f...
Most Popular Slip-on E-Series Jazz Shoe
🧘 Recovery & Body Care Tools
This compact muscle roller stick is a go-to tool for targeted recovery after long comp days. My daughter uses it on her calves, hamstrings, and quads to release tension without the soreness that sometimes comes from foam rolling. It’s easy to control...
Sportneer Muscle Roller Stick - Massage
This deep tissue foam roller is a recovery essential after high-impact routines. The textured surface helps break up tight fascia and soothe tired muscles — especially in the back, glutes, and legs. We use it after comps or tough training days to res...
Foam Rollers - Shop
These convenient one-and-done ice packs activate with a simple squeeze and deliver cold therapy instantly—no freezer needed. Perfect for on-the-go relief after sprains, bruises, or tight muscles on comp day. Lightweight, TSA-friendly, and stashed in ...
Instant Cold Packs
🍬 Snacks & Energy Boosts
These are always in our comp bag — Sour Patch Kids are the perfect sweet-and-sour pick-me-up during long competition days. Whether it’s a mid-afternoon energy dip or a reward after a clean routine, they’re an instant mood boost. We usually grab the t...
Sour Patch Kids Products - Snackworks
These Strawberry Special K Protein Meal Bars are a beloved staple in our comp bag. With 12 g of protein, 9 g of fiber, and only 180 calories, they’re the perfect snack to tide us over between routines. The sweet strawberry-flavored cranberries coated...
Kellogg's Special K Protein Bars, 12g Protein