FAQs
- What should I wear?
- Do I need to bring anything else?
- Can I find out more?
What should I wear?
You don't need to buy anything special to start dancing. Wear something lightweight, loose and comfortable. Clothes you can layer are good. You can adjust them according to how warm/cool you feel. This could be a full skirt or yoga type trousers with a t-shirt, cropped top or leotard. Jeans are not suitable. A scarf tied at the hips will help to accentuate movement.
We usually dance in bare feet, but if you prefer you could wear soft-soled shoes, e.g. ballet/jazz shoes or the elastic stretch type.
There's no need to show your tummy if you don't want to. If you're wearing a skirt you might like to bring some jogging bottoms to change into for the cool-down and stretch.
Do I need to bring anything else?
You might want to bring a towel or yoga mat for floor work. Also bring a bottle of water and stop for a drink whenever you need to. A small notebook might be useful for writing down moves or notes on music.
Can I find out more?
Sara Shrapnell, teaching in the Basingstoke area, has written an excellent article entitled Your First Class. Rather than re-invent the wheel, here's a link to it www.letsbellydance.co.uk
