Surviving A Dance Competition: What To Pack |
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The dance competition season is in full swing and even though our little dancing darlings are ecstatic and anxious for their turn in the spotlight, dance moms and dads are busy pulling our hair out. Each and every competition brings the frantic rehearsal times and the persistent problem of what to bring to the competition, there are times that you feel as if you're preparing for a trip across the country and still turn out forgetting something important. Follow this advice to make certain that you have exactly what your kid needs for the competition.
 Basic Needs: Collect the obvious items first, as these are the pieces that you are in all likelihood to forget about as you work on the smaller details. The dance competition basics change from dance studio to dance studio, but these are the standard needs. Costumes Dance Tights (extras of each color needed) Tap, Ballet, or Jazz Shoes for Performances Jewelry (only if part of costume) Advanced: These are the things that you focus on and still leave behind. As your dancer progresses, the list will grow longer, but this is a good place to start. Hair Brush and Comb Extra Bobby Pins Extra Hair Nets Hair Spray Hair Gel Extra Elastic Hair Bands Stage Cosmetics Mom or Dad Essentials: These are generally the things that may help you through the anxiety filled day. I strongly recommend these things to be included in any dance parent's arsenal. Coloring Books and Crayons-Fantastic for keeping small dancers occupied between performances Bandages- Clear works best Snack food items for you and your child Bottled water for your child (safe drink when dressed up in costumes) Baby Wipes-Great to fix make-up smears and to wash little hands after snacks Needle and Thread for quick costume fixes Safety Pins for even quicker costume fixes Oversized Shirt for little children-Dressing rooms are crowded and sometimes it is much easier to change little dancers under an oversized T-Shirt. Nail Clippers Camera-almost all competitions have policies about photography, but you'll want a few shots backstage. Try to arrange these items into different bags; doing so could keep you from needing to dig through so many things to locate what you want. Consider using one bag for hair and cosmetic items, another for snacks and amusements, and a garment bag for costumes. On the day of the dance competition, remember to bring the essential item: Patience. Your dancer will be energized, but that can quickly change to nerves. Be patient and try to remember that these performances are meant to be for your child's enjoyment, don't let your anxiety level spoil it. Be reassuring and cheer your child on, hopefully you'll have to pack for this adventure many times! About the Author: Frank Cole Do you want to learn more about preparing for dance competitions? Check out Dana Burnett's Dance Mom blog for more great tips and useful articles on raising future dancing stars! |
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