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About Dance Leotards

Think of a dancer… Chances are you're picturing someone wearing a dance leotard. That's because, even though other types of notable dancewear (including tutus skirts, tap shoes and ballet slippers) are worn by many dancers, the most iconic piece of dancewear is the one worn by nearly everyone. And that...

Top Canadian Dancers Get Stamp of Approval

Canada Post has launched two new commemorative stamps, honouring Canadian ballet dancers Karen Kain and Fernand Nault. The two new stamps celebrate the careers of these pioneers who have contributed so much to Canadian ballet. About the Dancers Karen Kain Karen Kain is a celebrated dancer who began her career...

The Top 10 Types of Dance

New dance parents often don't realize just how many styles of dance there are. Not to mention the many methods to teach each dance form. Here's a list of the top ten dance styles that we see people buy for at Inspirations… 1. Ballet  Tutus, pointe shoes and men in...

What to Do with Old Dancewear

  Dancers grow and wearing through clothes is inevitable! The stress that these garments get put under when dancing can be tough, and even the highest quality dancewear has it's limits. In this post, we’ve listed some ideas of what you can do with any old dance items you end...

10 Great Gifts For Dancers

Find the perfect Dance Recital Gifts for your Dancer Recital season is a fun and exciting time of year. Dancers have been working hard to get their performances ready and they can't wait to show their parents and friends!  Getting a gift for your dancer is a wonderful way to show your...

Should My Son Dance?

Times are a-changin’, but boys are still somewhat of a rarity in the dance world. If you’re the parent of a boy considering dance, here are some reasons why it’s a great decision. Physical Benefits of Dancing Dance is really good for the body. It strengthens, tones, and increases flexibility of...

Vogue Dance - Cultural Dance Spotlight

When we hear the word “vogue,” often we think of fashion magazines or pop stars, but what about dance? Vogue dance has been around for a few decades now and has definitely impacted the dance world as a whole. Origins Vogue dance was born out of the Harlem LGBT ballroom...

An Ode to Dance Parents

Dance parents make a huge impact on the lives of dancers everywhere. They make things run smoothly, lift us up when we’re down, and keep us motivated to do our very best. With Mother’s day and Father’s day coming up, we wanted to write a post appreciating dance parents and...

10 Gift Ideas for Dance Teachers

Dance teachers are amazing people who do so much for the dance community as a whole. Often, dancers will get gifts for their teachers at the end of every dance year as a thank you for all they’ve done that year. If you’re stuck on ideas, take a look at...

How to Stay Organized at Dance Competitions

A dance competition can be a hectic place to be, so eliminating extra stressors like disorganization is important in helping things run as smoothly as possible. In this post, we’ll be taking a look at some ways to stay organized at competition so you can focus on having a great...

Dancewear That's Good for the Earth

With global temperatures fluctuating and sea levels on the rise, it’s never been more apparent that we all need to pitch in to help our world. In this post, we’ll take a look at some things that dancewear companies do to stay eco-friendly as well as some things you can...

Dance in Canada - A Brief History

Canada is a country rich in multicultural heritage and culture, part of which is dance. The subject of dance in Canada is an immense topic, so in this post we’ll be focusing solely on the historic aspect of dance in Canada. Indigenous Dance   Long before we called this land...