Here's our guide about what to wear to a ballet class. Everyone has a seen Ballerinas with their hair in a sharp bun, wearing pink tights and a tutu - but don't worry it's not necessary for a Ballet class - the most important thing about ballet clothes is that your ballet tutor can see your body and the lines it is making.
At the heart of Classical Ballet are clean lines of the body and shapes made by the limbs in space. In a ballet class the teacher will need to be able to see the lines of the body in order to help you find the correct posture and positions. It is also helpful for you to be able to see the shapes you are making.
You must also be comfortable and be able to move freely, so form fitting, breathable clothing is key. Layers are also important, so that as you become warmer throughout the class, you can shed them and begin to really feel and see the muscles of the body working.
If you have any old or current injuries, or areas of the body that are susceptible to strain, then extra areas of warmth, such as leg or ankle warmers are recommended.
