Are your struggling to find outfits different dance genres? Do you need to find your style? Then this post all about different dance class outfits is for you!
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Sometimes it can be a struggle to find what to wear to every different dance class. From ballet, tap, musical theatre, modern, contemporary, jazz and more there is so much to consider when choosing a dance class outfit. That’s why I’ve created this guide to the best dance class outfits that will help you slay your dance classes.
You’re going to learn all about the best contemporary dance class outfits, ballet class outfits, hip hop class outfits, and more! With each type of dance class outfit you’ll learn about what to consider for that dance genre, basics of clothing items you’ll need, and a few dance outfit ideas!
After reading this post you will be ready to dress for any dance class you take.
This post is all about dance class outfits
Dance Class Outfits
1. Ballet Class Outfits
What to consider:
Ballet is all about lines and technique. This means you want to be able to demonstrate those with your outfit choice. Ballet also has a pretty specific uniform of a solid colored leotard, pink or black tights, and sometimes a skirt.
You can also check out our ballet outfit accessories blog post below for more ballet outfit inspiration!
7 Ballet Outfit Accessories to Let Your Inner Ballerina Shine
Class Outfit Basics:
This dance genre usually requires some of the following clothing items:
- Leotard
- Tights, usually pink or black
- Optional Skirt
Ballet Class Outfit Recommendations:
Here are some of my top outfit recommendations for ballet class!
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2. Modern Dance Class Outfits
What to consider:
Modern dance is all about moving through space and exploring the shapes of the body. You want to make sure you clothing compliments that and what you are doing.
Always be sure that if your studio has a dress code that you follow it. Typically, most modern dance classes are less restrictive in dress code but some still encourage leotards and tights.
Class Outfit Basics:
For this dance genre, dancers will usually wear some version of the following:
- Leotard
- Black tights
- Tank top
- Leggings
- Joggers
- T-shirt
Modern Dance Class Outfit Recommendations:
Here are some of my top outfit recommendations for modern dance classes!
3. Jazz Dance Class Outfits
What to consider:
Jazz dance usually requires a wide variety of movement. You could be doing everything from a full body warm up in the center to leaps and turns across the floor.
In jazz class, you need to be able to move in a variety of movement qualities and dynamics, and your clothing should help impact that.
Class Outfit Basics:
Dancers in this genre usually wear some of the following:
- Leotard
- Tights (usually tan or black)
- shorts
- leggings
- tank top
- sports bra top
Jazz Class Outfit Recommendations:
Here are some of my top outfit recommendations for Jazz dance classes!
4. Contemporary Class Outfits
What to consider:
Contemporary dance is all about breath and emotion through dance. Be sure when you are taking this genre to wear a dance class outfit that allows you to express yourself in that way comfortably.
Class Outfit Basics:
Contemporary dancers usually wear some of the following clothing items:
- Leotard
- Shorts
- Joggers
- Tank top
- Sports bra
- Leggings
Contemporary Class Outfit Recommendations:
Here are some of my top outfit recommendations for contemporary dance classes!
Check Out This Post: 7 Items You Need to Carry in Your Dance Bag
5. Tap Class Outfits
What to consider:
Your shoes need to be seen in tap. You also need to be able to move in the style well. Tap dance clothing is a lot more casual than other genres but that doesn’t mean you have to abandon style completely!
Class Outfit Basics:
This dance genre usually requires some of the following clothing items:
- Tank top
- T-shirt
- Leggings
- Flared Leggings
- Joggers
- Yoga Pants
- Socks
Tap Class Outfit Recommendations:
Here are some of my top outfit recommendations for tap dance classes!
6. Hip Hop Class Outfits
What to consider:
Hip hop class is a great opportunity to show your own style and personality through your clothing. Typically with Hip hop, you can wear more relaxed fit clothing. You also might want to dress in layers to account for all of the sweat.
Class Outfit Basics:
This dance genre usually requires some of the following clothing items:
- Crop top
- Sweats
- Athletic Pants
- Leggings
- Joggers
Be sure to express some extra style in hip hop and show your fierce side!
Hip Hop Class Outfit Recommendations:
Here are some of my top outfit recommendations for hip hop dance classes!
7. Musical Theatre Dance Class Outfits
What to consider:
Musical theatre does not necessarily have a set outfit or uniform so you can pretty much wear whatever is easiest to move in. However, I like to add a little extra character to outfits in musical theatre. This might mean wearing a dress or fun skirt to play around with.
Class Outfit Basics:
This dance genre usually requires some of the following clothing items:
- Leotard
- Tights- black, tan, or fishnets
- Leggings
- Sports Bra top
- Crop top
- Shorts
- Briefs
- Skort or Skirt
Musical Theatre Dance Class Outfit Recommendations:
Before you go:
I hope all of these ideas for dance class outfits help you find some inspiration for your own dance classes and what to wear.
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