As a dancer, here is a list of dancewear and accessories that improved my performance in class and on stage :)
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Pointe Shoe Essentials
Flexibility & Strengthening Accessories
Warm ups
Hair Essentials
Recovery Essentials
Pointe Shoe Essentials
Here are some bits I use to help when going on Pointe/preparing Pointe shoes. I have not linked any actual shoes here as I believe it is best to be fitted in-person by a professional rather than or ordering a pair online :)
Toe pads are essential for Pointe and these from Bloch are my favourites!
Pointe Pad
I love this pointe kit as it's small and can fit easily into any dance bag
Pointe Shoe Kit
another small stitch kit that can be easily carried around!
Bunheads Stitch Kit - Pro Pink
I find it helpful to have my own Roisin; which helps prevent slippery pointes :)
Tech Dance Rock Rosin Tub 500g
this glue is great for preparing pointe shoes
Bloch Pointe Shoe Glue
gel pads are helpful when dancing on sore or blistered feet
Tech Dance Gel Pads
it's always helpful to have extra ribbon and elastic on hand!
Bunheads Ribbon & Elastic Pack | Bunheads™
Ponte Shoe bags are great for protecting the shoes so they don't get any scuffs or marks in your dance bag
Pointe Shoe Bag Large
Flexibility & Strengthening Accessories
These are some things I use out of class to improve my stamina, balance, flexibility and strength :)
exercise bands are so important for strengthening feet & can be used in many different ways
Bloch Exercise Bands
I find skipping ropes can help with stamina and can be used for practising jumps!
Nike Intensity Speed Rope
yoga blocks are a great stretching tool - especially for splits :)
Escape Yoga Block
wobble boards are ideal for practising and training balance
Fitness Mad 40cm Adjustable Wobble Board
I use wrist & ankle weights to train my arms and for improving développé!
Fitness Mad Neoprene Wrist & Ankle Weights
these can be used in a variety of different ways to improve strength in the legs :)
Fitness Mad Squat Band
Warm ups
Warm-ups are not only cute but also essential for ballet class, and here are some of my top picks!
I love trash bag pants as a warmup layer!
Ladies Ripstop Shorts
the same trash bag pants but in a longer form :)
Ladies Ripstop Trousers
these are my favourite jackets to wear to class
Define Jacket *Nulu | Hoodies and Sweatshirts | Lululemon EU
these are by far my favourite leg warmers as there is such a variety of colours and I LOVE the length
Intermezzo Knitted Long Stirrup Legwarmers
I adore a knit warm up short!
Intermezzo Acrylic Warm-Up Shorts
I also love there warm up pants from Intermezzo
Intermezzo Super Soft Warm Up Pants
vest jackets are also a great warm-up device, especially in the winter!
Bershka nylon cropped boxy vest in ecru | ASOS
Hair Essentials
Can't forget about your ballet bun!
this hair kit from Bloch can easilty fit in your dance bag and has everything you might need!
Hair Kit
bobby pins are always an essential
1st Position 'Head 1st' - Short Hair Pins (Dark)
these are great for lazy studio days :)
1st Position Cotton Headbands - Pack of 10
Recovery Essentials
Recovery is just as important as training- here are some tools I use to help recover my muscles :)
I love these for massaging my feet & targeting specific sore muscles
Fitness Mad Hand Therapy Ball Set of 3
I find these great for rolling out muscles before and after class :)
Fitness Mad Tread Foam Roller
ice packs are essential to have on-hand after intensive training days!
Koolpak Compact Instant Ice Pack - 15 x 15cm - Pack of 20
