Ballet Packing List
Complete packing list for ballet training and performances.
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Shoes
Ballet shoes (soft slippers)
Ballet shoes in soft leather or canvas for daily training.
Pointe shoes
Ballet pointe shoes for advanced dancers – have them fitted professionally.
Gel inserts / toe pads
Silicone toe pads protect toes and the balls of the feet inside pointe shoes.
Shoe ribbons / satin ribbons
Satin ribbons for pointe shoes – always pack a spare pair.
Clothing
Leotard
Close-fitting women's Lycra leotard for full freedom of movement.
Ballet skirt
Ballet skirt in chiffon or tulle – short, light, worn over the leotard.
Ballet tights
Ballet tights in skin tone or white – depending on school rules.
Leg warmers
Knitted ballet leg warmers – keep muscles warm during the warm-up.
Warm-up jacket / cardigan
Ballet cardigan or wrap top for before and after training.
Hair & Care
Hairnet
Ballet hairnet for a secure bun – compulsory in class and performance.
Hairpins / hair grips
Invisible hairpins for a firm ballet bun – pack plenty.
Hairspray
Extra strong hold hairspray for a tidy bun in ballet.
Toe plasters / blister plasters
Blister and toe plasters – pointe shoes cause heavy friction.
Foot cream
Foot cream for calluses and cracks – for dancers after hard training.
Towel
Microfibre towel for the shower and changing room after ballet training.
Accessories & Training
Theraband / resistance band
Theraband for foot strengthening and pointing exercises – ideal for ballet training at home.
Rosin
Rosin for ballet shoes – prevents slipping on smooth dance floors.
Needle & thread
Sewing kit with needle and thread for sewing ribbons onto pointe shoes.
Other
Dance bag
Ballet dance bag with a separate shoe compartment for slippers and pointe shoes.
Water bottle
Leak-proof 0.75 litre sports water bottle for ballet training.
Snack / energy bar
Light energy bar or dried fruit for long training sessions.