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Can I buy dancewear from somewhere else?
It is required to buy official class leotards to wear during dance. This ensures the material is of the highest quality and that our dancers are uniform with each other. Just as a football team all has the same jersey, our dancers have the same dance wear! The tights we use are specifically engineered for dance. They are long-lasting and durable. This is in contrast to regular tights you may find at the store.
What if I have earlier years leotards and shoes?
If you have previously purchased dance wear from Centre Stage before the dress code change, you can keep wearing those leotards.
Can I wear something else to class?
You can wear shorts or leggings to classes with your leotards if you feel more comfortable. No sweatpants or baggy shirts, except for in HipHop classes.
Why do dancers wear leotards?
- Freedom of movement: the most obvious reason is that dancers, who are also considered athletes, wear leotards during practice. This is because it allows freedom of gesture. It also grants greater mobility.
- Prevent injury: On the other hand, it helps teachers to see if the dancer has proper hip alignment. They can correct the posture when needed. If the bones are not aligned, the student might end up forcing the rotation and get injured.
- Aesthetics: Dance is an art. Wearing tight apparel also reveals the beautiful lines of the human figure and the complexity of the techniques.