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The Complete Dancer Toolkit 🩰
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This is my dance essentials kit! I use these items for class, auditions, long training days and rehearsals. As a BFA-trained dancer, I've learned the hard way what you ACTUALLY NEED in your bag. This list covers body care, recovery, hygiene, and the ...
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What's in my dance bag?!
 
Recovery + Body Care
 
Fuel + Reset
 
Studio at Home
 
Content Creator Dancer Add Ons

What's in my dance bag?!

Everything lives in my dance bag: Hygiene. Conditioning tools. Emergency Items. Recovery basics. (make sure you bring all of your dance shoes and extra socks!!!)

 
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Keeps all your gear organized!
Dance Bag
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Instantly refreshes skin after heavy movement.
Cooling Mist - Peter Thomas Roth | Ulta Beauty
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Targets tight muscles between classes, auditions, or long rehearsals.
Massage Gun
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Keeps your body activated before movement.
9 Sets Resistance Band Set for Exercise, Exercise Bands for Physical Therapy, Stretch, Recovery, Pilates, Rehabilitation, Strength Training and Yoga Starter Kits
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Protects your knees during floor work w/o sacrificing movement.
Knee Pads
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A MUST for staying fresh!!!
Travel Size Deodorant
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Quick clean-up when you're heading somewhere after class.
Body Wipes
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Removes sweat/makeup buildup and keeps skin from breaking out
Face Wipes
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Controls shine instantly w/o ruining makeup.
Oil Absorbing Sheets
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Keeps hair clean and intentional on camera.
Edge Hair Gel
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Secures everything in place when movement gets intense.
Bobby Pins - 90 CT
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Keeps hair controlled and out of your face.
Elastic Hair Ties
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A light refresh before leaving class or rehearsal.
Mini Duo Perfume
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Studios and shared floors require clean hands!!!
Hand Sanitizer
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Small detail, big difference before close interactions
Mints
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ALWAYS STAY PREPARED!!!
Maxi Pads
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ALWAYS STAY PREPARED!!!
Tampons
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Quick fixes for straps, costumes, or wardrobe malfunctions.
Mini Sewing Kit
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Just in case anything happens while you’re out
First Aid Kit
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Recovery + Body Care

Recovery is where real progress happens. Taking care of my body is just as important as training it. These tools help me prevent injury, reduce soreness, and stay consistent – because longevity in dance requires discipline off the floor too.

 
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Perfect for ankle stability and injury preventention exercises.
9 Sets Resistance Band Set for Exercise, Physical Therapy, Stretch, Recovery, Pilates, Rehabilitation, Strength Training and Yoga Starter Kits
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Gives you a consistent surface to train on.
Thick High Density Foam Exercise Yoga Mat with Carrying Strap
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Great for strengthening legs and building control during conditioning sessions
Ankle Weight Blocks
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Perfect for all body use.
6 Speed Setting Percussion Massager
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Essential for deep stretching and improving flexibility safely w/o forcing your range.
Yoga Blocks
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Helps improve extension and flexibility while targeting muscle areas.
Arm & Leg Stretching Strap
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Keeps muscles loose and prevents tightness from building up between classes/sessions.
Foam Roller
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Amazing for core activation and balance training – underrated but POWERFUL.
Pilates Ball
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Great for strengthening abs and inner thighs w/o needing bulky equipment.
Core Sliders Fitness Gliding Discs
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Helps calm inflammaation in knees, neck, elbows, or ankles after movement.
Small Gel Ice Packs for Face and Skin - 5 Pack
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Loosen tight muscles before stretching or rehearsal.
Heat Therapy Patches
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Adds support to overworked joints w/o limiting movement.
KT Tape Jet Black
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Helps relax tight muscles and reduce soreness after intense training days.
Magnesium Muscle Body Spray
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Dr. Teal's always get you right after intense movement and will help ease muscle tension and speed up recovery.
Dr Teal's Pure Epsom Salt
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Helps train for better stability and coordination.
Dumbbell 3lbs
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Fuel + Reset

Training like an athlete means packing like one. These are the essentials I keep in my dance bag to stay fueled, hydrated, and ready for long classes, rehearsals, and audition days. Preparation is part of the discipline.

 
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Staying hydrated is essential for endurance and mental focus during long classes and/or rehearsals.
22oz Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
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Replenishes minerals lost through sweat to prevent fatigue.
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Vegan Powder Electrolyte Supplements
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Extra hydration support for intense rehearsal or audition days.
Strawberry Lemonade Hydration Multiplier
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Easy fuel between classes when you don't have time for a full meal.
Nature Valley Protein Chewy Snack Bars
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Supports muscle recovery and keeps energy steady!
Premier Protein Nutritional Shake Vanilla
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Portable healthy fats for sustained energy.
Jif To Go Creamy Peanut Butter - 8 Cups
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Balanced carbs and protein to AVOID mid-class crashes.
Power Up Trail Mix Protein Mix
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For a fast energy boost.
Apple, Strawberry, & Peach Freeze Dried Fruit Blend
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High-protein snack that's easy to keep in your bag!
Jack Link's Original Beef Jerky
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Supports circulation and reduces leg fatigue after long sessions.
Men & Women Compression Socks
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Gives your feet a break immediately after dance shoes or heels.
Slides
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Add fresh socks in your dance bag! They can completely reset your comfort level.
Extra Low Cut Socks
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Helps you cool down and reset between intense combos!
4- Pack Microfiber Fast Drying Towels
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Studio at Home

Your growth doesn't stop when class ends. These at-home essentials help you stay sharp, strengthen technique, and leveling up both your space and your presence.

 
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Perfect for stretching, balance work, and technique drills at home.
4 Ft Double Portable Barre
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Non-negotiable for at-home training. Let's you self-correct posture, lines, alignment, and angles.
Full Length Wall Mirror
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So great for your upper body strength – this builds control and stability
Wall-Mounted Pull-Up Bar,
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Trains spotting, balance, and clean rotations w/o needing a full floor.
Dance Turning Board
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Prevents slipping and protects knees and ankles when turning or jumping.
Dance Marley Floor for Home
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Clear music timing is essential for rhythm, musicality, and performance energy.
Portable Waterproof Speaker
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Balance boards train stability and control, which are critical for turns, landings, and injury prevention.
Balance Trainer
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A self-massage method that releases muscles tension and improves mobility.
Foam Roller
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Tools like straps and bands improve technique, flexibility, and strength for dancers.
Stretch Strap
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Spot markers help you practice spacing, formations, and precision when training alone. They act like imaginary dancers or stage marks so you learn exactly where your steps should land.
Spot Markers
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Content Creator Dancer Add Ons

These are tools that support both my training and my visibility. How you present your art matters just as much as how you perform it.

 
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For stable, full-body shots when filming.
Tripod
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Keeps your phone secure at different angles for clean framing and it rotates!
360° Phone and Tablet Holder
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Improves lighting instantly and makes movement details MORE VISABLE on camera.
Portable Ring Light
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Perfect for low-light studios or night rehearsals.
Clip-On Phone Light
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This baby right here keeps you filming.
Wireless Magnetic Portable Charger
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Running out of storage is THEE WORST – always have backup space!
SD Adapter
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Lets you start filming w/o running back and forth to your phone.
Remote Shutter
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Helps capture smooth movement shots w/o shaky footage.
Gimbal
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Ideal for tutorials or talking content with crisp sound quality.
Wireless Lavalier Microphone Dual Set
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Gives your space balanced lighting for a more polished look.
LED Light Panels
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Clear, loud audio makes practice and filmed choreography feel more professional.
Portable Waterproof Speaker
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