When you go dancing class, you need to be dressed appropriately so that you can get the most out of your practice. Dance is just like any other sport in this regard. You wouldn’t show up to hockey practice without your helmet and mouthguard, and likewise, you need to be properly outfitted when you attend dance class. Different studios do have different rules of what you can or cannot wear, but generally speaking, there are certain rules that most teachers follow when it comes to attire in class.
Here are the general rules for practice clothes and why following your dance school’s dress code is essential
Teachers Need to See Lines
Anyone who has danced knows that posture and lines are incredibly important to nailing moves. When you wear proper, tight-fitting then your teacher will be able to see if your posture is proper or if you need improvement. Baggy clothes, while comfortable, make it impossible for a teacher to judge if you are using proper form. This is why leotards, tights, and shorts are considered the standard for Dancers.
Limit Distractions
The last thing you want to be during dance class is uncomfortable. If you are in clothes that don’t fit properly, itchy, or too tight then you will end up distracted by your outfit and will not be focusing properly on your dance. This goes for as well. Bangles on your wrists can make noise that distracts you and others, and if you are wearing a heavier necklace, it can end up bouncing up off your chest and hitting you in the face (you would not be the first person to chip a tooth this way). The one exception to this rule is when you practice in your show clothes, which you need to do. If you only wear your show clothes on the day of a competition or recital, then you have the potential of not knowing how to move in them. Start practicing in your competition outfit early but take proper care of it and only wear it for Practice.
Looking at the Part
You may forget it, but back when you were a child, and you received your first dance outfit, you were beyond excited. Once you put on your leotard, even though you did not know any moves, you felt like a real dancer. Looking at the part and wearing appropriate practice clothing is an important part of feeling like a dancer. It is also your uniform, the same way how other team sports have a uniform. Hockey players, basketball players, soccer players – they all have jerseys that identify them as part of a team; your dance outfit does the same thing.
Practice in a Kilt from Tartantowm
If you are looking for tartan fabric and dance kilts, then you need to browse our selection on Tartantown. Practicing your dance in a kilt will help you get used to the feel, especially if you are not used to wearing kilts or skirts. Browse our dance dress tartan, and clan tartans, and find the best one for you!
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