Leivers Dance Uniform It is advisable to check with the dance teacher what your child is required to wear however here is a brief guide based on our requirements at LDS. All uniform requirements and recommendations are based around safety, therefore it is important to ensure that your child is dressed appropriately.
Attending your 1st Class
Once your child has joined a dance school and is attending regular classes you will most likely be expected to buy the uniform. Its worth checking this out prior to class so that you are not hit with any sudden bills. At LDS we understand that children can change their mind when it comes to hobbies and as such try to keep requirements to a minimum. We also do not expect uniform to be purchased within the first few months of training as we like the children to have chance to settle before you spend money on uniform and shoes.
There's no rush - Check they like it before you buy it!
Here's some basics of what you can expect to need, this is based on our uniform at LDS where all dancers cover all the below disciplines. This can be a little confusing particularly with the shoes so if your ever unsure speak with your teacher.
When buying uniform your dance teacher should be able to point you in the direction on a reputable supplier who can advise on your needs. Our recommended suppliers are Katz in Nuneaton and Suzie From GlitznBlitz.
This might all sound like an awful lot but talk to your teacher. At LDS we recommend parents to stagger their purchases so that children do not grow out of everything in one go. We also have a swap shop where dancers can swap uniform for no charge when they grow out of things. There are also usually Facebook groups etc for "Dancing items for sale in....." which can give you a cheaper alternative.
So now you have a rough idea what your child will need for dance you can go and enrol them in a dance class and watch their confidence grow as they develop their skills while making friends and keeping fit.
Please share this post if you have found it useful and feel free to get in touch if we can help you in any way.
Thanks LDS x
Attending your 1st Class
- Children should wear something comfortable that they are able to move easily and freely in, such as leggings or shorts with a T-shirt
- Children should wear trainers or pumps but be able to take these off and have bare feet if required, Where possible avoid tights.
- Jewellery and accessories should be avoided as these can become tangled and cause injury.
- Hair should be tied back neatly so that this does not get into the children’s eyes, this is particularly important if your child is just starting out in an Acro class.
Once your child has joined a dance school and is attending regular classes you will most likely be expected to buy the uniform. Its worth checking this out prior to class so that you are not hit with any sudden bills. At LDS we understand that children can change their mind when it comes to hobbies and as such try to keep requirements to a minimum. We also do not expect uniform to be purchased within the first few months of training as we like the children to have chance to settle before you spend money on uniform and shoes.
There's no rush - Check they like it before you buy it!
Here's some basics of what you can expect to need, this is based on our uniform at LDS where all dancers cover all the below disciplines. This can be a little confusing particularly with the shoes so if your ever unsure speak with your teacher.
- Basics - Leotard, leggings and a T-shirt (specific to dance school)
- Ballet - Ballet shoes and Ballet socks or tights, Ballet skirt. Hair may need to be in a bun with bun net and grips. When children are much older and have several years dance training they may also go onto Pointe shoes however this is something which should be discussed at the time and should not be done without correct training and supervision.
- Tap - These are usually the childens favourite so a good 1st purchase! Tap shoes with heel and toe taps . These come with a warning though..... They are Noisy!
- Jazz - Jazz shoes or Jazz sneakers - We usually recommend Jazz shoes as we can see the dancers feet better in these but an added bonus to you is that these are usually the cheaper option, therefore its a win win!
- Acro - usually no additional clothing requirements, though dancers may be asked to provide their own yoga blocks.
When buying uniform your dance teacher should be able to point you in the direction on a reputable supplier who can advise on your needs. Our recommended suppliers are Katz in Nuneaton and Suzie From GlitznBlitz.
This might all sound like an awful lot but talk to your teacher. At LDS we recommend parents to stagger their purchases so that children do not grow out of everything in one go. We also have a swap shop where dancers can swap uniform for no charge when they grow out of things. There are also usually Facebook groups etc for "Dancing items for sale in....." which can give you a cheaper alternative.
So now you have a rough idea what your child will need for dance you can go and enrol them in a dance class and watch their confidence grow as they develop their skills while making friends and keeping fit.
Please share this post if you have found it useful and feel free to get in touch if we can help you in any way.
Thanks LDS x
