Barn dancing has a long history dating back to the 1860’s, where traditional steps were danced to folk music, usually in a barn. nowadays, it’s just as popular, but more likely in a building! If you’ve never been to one before, you may be wondering what to wear to a barn dance? We’ve got you …
Dance competitions are an exciting way to show off your skills, either in groups, trios or as a solo. But if it’s your first competition, they can be daunting. More often than not, you’ll have multiple dances to remember and lots of costumes to bring with you. So, you should always be prepared! That’s why …
Ballet exams are an important part of any ballet dancers journey, but they can seem scary to those who are new to the process. If you or your child are sitting their first ballet exam soon, there are many ways that you can prepare yourselves. Being organised will make the whole process more smooth and …
These days, lots of people are skipping the trip to the shop and instead, ordering their dance gear online. But is it smart to order Jazz shoes online? Absolutely it is! But if you’ve never ordered Jazz shoes before, it’s hard to know which size to order. This fitting guide will provide all the information …
Having a dance bag is key to keeping organised at dance shows and competitions. A standard gym bag won’t be sufficient in keeping your shoes separate from your clothes, so it’s important to have a bag specially designed for dancers. But what are the best dance bags on the market? There are many big brands …
So you’ve decided to start ballroom dancing? Congratulations! Now that you’ve taken the plunge and booked in at your first lesson, it’s time to get the appropriate clothing. In this review we’ll be focussing on the best ballroom shoes for beginners. There are 5 main dance styles under the umbrella of ‘ballroom dancing’; Waltz, Viennese …
Learning to go en pointe is a milestone in any ballet dancers journey, but finding the right pointe shoes for wide feet, can be difficult. No matter the shape of your feet, chances are you’ll have to try a few before you find your perfect pair. But it can be especially hard to find pointe shoes for …
If you’re new to ballet, you may not be aware of the significance of ballet tights. Tights are a fundamental clothing accessory for ballet dancers, whether you’re a beginner or expert. My ballet teacher would not let anyone into the class if they weren’t in tights and a leotard! Good tights allow you to see …
Jazz shoes are a staple piece of dancewear for many different dance styles such as, Rock ‘n’Roll, Swing Dancing, Aerobics and of course, Jazz. But what are the best jazz shoes on the market? Jazz shoes are available in a number of different styles such as low rise, split-sole and Oxfords, as well as numerous …
Zumba is one of the most popular forms of exercise and fitness, it incorporates hip-hop, samba, salsa and mambo. Whether you’re doing Zumba at home, or at the gym we’ll take you through the best shoes for Zumba. As Zumba is a mixture of both dance and fitness, it can leave people confused about the …
