| When you begin taking ballet classes, there are a | | | | class. Ballet tights are thicker than regular tights |
| few things you will need. Ballet shoes are one of | | | | and built to last through many practices. Leotards |
| the necessities. Ballet shoes come in either leather | | | | are available with straps, short sleeves, or long |
| or canvas. Leather are typically more expensive, | | | | sleeves. Leotards also have many different |
| but will also last longer. It is usually best to try on | | | | necklines to fit each dancer's style. |
| both before deciding as different ballet students | | | | Some dance studios will allow female dancers to |
| prefer different types of slippers. Sizing is typically | | | | wear a sheer skirt over their leotard or male |
| different than regular shoes, so it is important to | | | | dancers to wear athletic shorts to class. These |
| read the sizing information for each brand and find | | | | requirements will vary based on the studio rules, |
| the best ballet shoes for you. | | | | the level of the class and ballet instructor's |
| You will also need a leotard and tights for ballet | | | | preference. Leg warmers, sweatpants, and a |
| classes. Ballet clothes are designed to fit close to | | | | warm top can be good to have before and after |
| the body to allow students to move freely and | | | | a ballet class when it is important to keep the |
| for a dance instructor to check for proper form. | | | | muscles warm to prevent injuries. Lastly, a good |
| Some dance studios have requirements about the | | | | duffel bag or tote bag will help you to easily carry |
| colour and style of dance clothing and it is | | | | your dance gear to and from your ballet classes. |
| important to ask before making purchases for | | | | |