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Dance Teacher Must Haves
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items After years of teaching in the studio — from early mornings to late-night rehearsals — I’ve learned which items actually make my life easier and which ones just take up space in my bag. This list is a mix of my tried-and-true favorites: the tools I r... rehearsals, competition weekends, and those long l days where you go straight from your day-time job to coaching. Think of it as a behind-the-scenes peek into what I actually carry and recommend to my students and fellow teachers. If you’re a dance e...
💡 From my bag to yours — these are the must-haves that keep me moving.
💡 From my bag to yours — these are the must-haves that keep me moving.
🖤 Why I love it:
This little brush saves my hair after teaching, rehearsals, long day of competitions. It fits in my bag & doesn’t take up much space.
⭐ Pro Tip: Buy multiples — one for your teacher bag, one for backstage, and one extra because someone will always forget theirs.
This little brush saves my hair after teaching, rehearsals, long day of competitions. It fits in my bag & doesn’t take up much space.
⭐ Pro Tip: Buy multiples — one for your teacher bag, one for backstage, and one extra because someone will always forget theirs.
UNbrush® Mini Collection
🎒 Why I love it: This backpack is my daily work + travel companion. It fits my laptop, notebooks, shoes, and still leaves room for small essentials. Additionally, it has a water-resistant lining helps protect against light rain or spills.
Calpak 15 inch Laptop Backpack
🌿 Why I love it:
This clean deodorant actually works through long teaching days and sweaty rehearsals. It’s aluminum-free and uses AHAs to fight odor while keeping skin smooth — perfect for teachers who are always on the move.
💡 Pro Tip: The fragrance-free version is amazing if you’re sensitive to scents (or around students who are).
This clean deodorant actually works through long teaching days and sweaty rehearsals. It’s aluminum-free and uses AHAs to fight odor while keeping skin smooth — perfect for teachers who are always on the move.
💡 Pro Tip: The fragrance-free version is amazing if you’re sensitive to scents (or around students who are).
Chemistry Deodorant | Clean BO-Fighting AHA Serum
✨Why I love them:
These scrunchies are gentle on hair, so no more breakage from tight ponytails. They’re my go-to because they look sleek, hold well, and don’t leave creases.
These scrunchies are gentle on hair, so no more breakage from tight ponytails. They’re my go-to because they look sleek, hold well, and don’t leave creases.
Satin Sleep Scrunchies 5pc Set
☕ Why I love it:
This is my lifeline as a teacher. It keeps my coffee hot through back-to-back classes or long competition days, and my water ice-cold during rehearsals. The handle makes it easy to carry with me. The top is vacuum-tight seal, so no spillage ever!
This is my lifeline as a teacher. It keeps my coffee hot through back-to-back classes or long competition days, and my water ice-cold during rehearsals. The handle makes it easy to carry with me. The top is vacuum-tight seal, so no spillage ever!
YETI Rambler 20 oz Travel Mug with StrongHold Lid
📒 Why I love it: This planner keeps my teacher brain sane — between classes, rehearsals, competitions, and my personal life, I need everything in one place. I love that the layout is customizable, and it makes planning actually fun. It has enough sp...
💡 Pro Tip: Use stickers or colorful pens to break up work vs. personal — it makes a busy schedule feel less overwhelming.
💡 Pro Tip: Use stickers or colorful pens to break up work vs. personal — it makes a busy schedule feel less overwhelming.
The Happy Planner
🎶 Why I love it: This little speaker is powerful enough to fill a studio, but light enough to toss in my bag when I’m on the go. It’s been a lifesaver for teaching in gyms, multipurpose rooms, or anywhere without a sound system.
💡 Pro Tip: Clip it to your bag with a carabiner so you never forget it — and always charge it the night before class!
💡 Pro Tip: Clip it to your bag with a carabiner so you never forget it — and always charge it the night before class!
JBL Mini Speaker
🖤 Why I love them: These shorts are buttery soft and perfect for long teaching days, rehearsals, or the gym. The no-front seam design is so flattering, and the high waist stays put while I’m demonstrating. It comes in 10 beautiful colors to fit your...
💡 Pro Tip: I love pairing them with an oversized hoodie or crewneck when running from the studio to errands — comfy and dancer-chic.
💡 Pro Tip: I love pairing them with an oversized hoodie or crewneck when running from the studio to errands — comfy and dancer-chic.
Serenity Shorts 6" - Black
🏃♀️ Why I love it: This tank is buttery soft, super stretchy, and has a built-in bra so I don’t need to layer. 18 different colors. The Lululemon dupe!
CRZ YOGA Butterluxe Workout Tank
👟 Why I love them:
These are my go-to sneakers for teaching, cross-training, or hitting the gym. They have a super stable sole for strength work but enough flexibility for movement — perfect for days when I’m bouncing between class and workouts
These are my go-to sneakers for teaching, cross-training, or hitting the gym. They have a super stable sole for strength work but enough flexibility for movement — perfect for days when I’m bouncing between class and workouts
Nike Women's Free Metcon 6 Workout Shoe
🎥 Why I include it: “When I’m filming combo rehearsals or behind-the-scenes clips, my Octobuddy is a game-changer. I stick my phone to a mirror, window, or smooth wall and get stable, hands-free shots in seconds—no tripod needed.”
💡 Pro Tip: “Clean both surfaces before you stick it (your phone back / case + the mounting surface). Also, if you’re using a larger phone or heavy case, opt for the Max version for stronger hold. Don’t leave it stuck under direct sun for too long — ...
💡 Pro Tip: “Clean both surfaces before you stick it (your phone back / case + the mounting surface). Also, if you’re using a larger phone or heavy case, opt for the Max version for stronger hold. Don’t leave it stuck under direct sun for too long — ...
OCTOBUDDY
📱 Why I love it: “This tripod is so useful for stable, adjustable video angles. It extends tall, folds compactly, and lets me film my choreography or private lessons without needing someone else to film.”
Adjustable Phone Tripod
🩰 Why I love it: “This pant is the perfect blend of comfort and polish — soft, stretchy, breathes well, and doesn’t look like a legging. I wear it when I’m teaching, running errands, or grabbing coffee post-studio. It’s one of the few pants I own th...
CRZ YOGA Dance Pants