Preparing for a competition can be stressful for both dancers and their parents, but being stage-ready should be your top priority. In this post, we’ve outlined a list of essentials for you to bring with you to competitions so that you can focus on what truly matters.
Dancewear
- Colour-coordinated undergarments (according to the colour of your costume)
- Underwear: Nude, black, or white depending on what might show through the costume
- Bras
- Spare Bra Straps (clear and nude)
- Sports Bra
- Nipple Covers
- Nude Bodysuit
- Tights for all numbers
- Spare pairs for each colour: Pink, Tan, Black, Fishnets
- ALL COSTUMES
- Extra pieces like fascinators, arm bands, and props (should be labelled if possible and kept with costumes - in a bag attached to the hanger for instance)
- Jewellery for each number
- ALL SHOES (kept with costumes)
- Body Glue and Double-Sided Tape
- Lint Roller
- Small Sewing Kit (with colour-coordinated thread for each costume)
- Safety Pins
- Crazy Glue or Hot Glue
- Tide To Go Pen
- Robe or Cover-Up
- Warm-up boots
- Legwarmers
Hair Care
- Comb or Brush
- Any necessary hair tools: Blow Dryer, Straightener or Curling Iron
- Bun Builders: Build a Bun, Twirl a Bun, Whirl a Style
- Hair Pins & Bobby Pins
- Hair Bands or Elastics
- Hairspray
- Glitter Spray (if needed)
- Any necessary hair pieces: Extensions, Ponytails etc.
Makeup
- Foundation
- Mineral Powder
- Blush
- Eye Shadows
- Eyeliner
- False Lashes (2 pairs)
- Lash Glue
- Waterproof Mascara
- Lip Liner
- Lipstick or Gloss
- Application Tools
- Sponges
- Brushes
- Lash Applicator or Tweezers
- Q-Tips and Cotton Balls
- Makeup wipes
- Nail Polish Remover
First-Aid
- Ace Bandage
- Aspirin or Tylenol (children’s and adult)
- Antacid
- Band-Aids
- Instant Ice Packs or Heat Packs
- Wet Wipes
Training Tools
- Theraband
- Massage Balls
- Foam Roller
- Limber Loop/Ballet Strap
Extras
- Clothes Steamer
- Clear nail polish
- Scissors
- Money for Parking
- Healthy Snacks
- Water Bottle
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