How to Use Traction Spray with Apollas
Apolla Performance products are known to be top-notch for dancers all around the country. Certain Apolla products are specially made to have traction, or they are made to be smooth on the bottom like a regular sock. But, when using the Apolla Performance Traction Shock, the traction on the bottom of the sock can wear down over time. This means that it is time to add it back with the E6000 Adhesive Spray! Here is how in just a few easy steps:
By the DWC Team
Apolla Performance products are known to be top-notch for dancers all around the country. Certain Apolla products are specially made to have traction, or they are made to be smooth on the bottom like a regular sock. But, when using the Apolla Performance Traction Shock, the traction on the bottom of the sock can wear down over time. This means that it is time to add it back with the E6000 Adhesive Spray! Here is how in just a few easy steps:
Make sure that you have shaken the spray before you apply it to the sock!
Take off the cap and evenly spray 5-10 times on the bottom of the sock.
To ensure the even distribution of the adhesive, you can rub the bottoms of the sock together.
Be sure to let the socks dry before you go onto the floors. (This can leave a sticky residue on the floors)
Lastly, enjoy your traction socks!
All these products can be found at Dancewear Center in-store or online! Be sure to check out the video below to see the complete how-to!
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Ainslie Cyopik On Prioritizing Quality at Ainsliewear
Through the clothes she made, Ainslie’s mother instilled an appreciation for product quality in her daughter at a young age that shines through at the dancewear company. “The quality of AinslieWear is high,” Ainslie stresses, sharing that the factor that sets the brand apart is the depth of detail it puts into how leotards are made and how they fit. The company sets the bar high, paying close attention to how the leotard lays, the surface area it covers, the stretch and resilience of the fabric, and more. It helps that all the leotards are proudly made in Vancouver, B.C., just steps away from Ainslie’s office. “We have a great team here,” Ainslie says proudly.
A CEO On Progress in Dancewear
Pronouns: she/her | Name pronunciation: Ainslie Sigh-oh-pick
By Madison Huizinga, DWC Blog Editor
Photo by Melika Dez
Few know the vast range of leotard qualities better than a professional dancer. The sensation of an uncomfortable leotard against your skin can feel like it impedes your dancing ability, even leading to a less confident performance. Former professional dancer Ainslie Cyopik knows this all too well - that’s why she founded AinslieWear, a world-class dancewear company celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2022. Read on to learn more about AinslieWear President & CEO Ainslie Cyopik’s own artistic journey and the brand's plans for the upcoming future.
Before becoming a leotard designer extraordinaire, Ainslie led a career as a professional dancer for about 15 years. Like many children, her mother put her in dance at a young age and she quickly took to it. Training at a local ballet school, Ainslie explored ballet and jazz but fell deeper in love with ballet specifically. She eventually ended up dancing in the corps de ballet at The National Ballet of Canada in Toronto, a large company known for its classical ballet work. Ainslie later moved to Vancouver, British Columbia where she danced with Ballet BC. Here, she got to perform in work by renowned choreographers like William Forsythe. “It was a great career,” Ainslie says of her dancing years.
Ainslie grew up in a house full of color and creativity - her father was an artist and her mother had a passion for sewing. She describes drawers in her house being filled with beautiful, colorful fabric, sharing that a love for making beautiful clothes was instilled in her early in life.
“Even as a young teen, I was sewing clothes and loved it,” Ainslie shares. “[I] just adored going to fabric stores with my mom and [seeing] just rows and rows of fabric.” It was a feast for the senses!
Later on, Ainslie began altering some of her leotards that weren’t fitting quite right or that she thought would look interesting with a different color. It was at Ballet BC that she dove deeper into the art of designing and sewing leotards. During her lunch breaks, Ainslie would drop into Dressew, a fabric store next door to the company, and find the best “stretchy stuff” to make leotards with. “That’s where I really started making dancewear for myself and my colleagues,” Ainslie shares.
This year, AinslieWear is celebrating its 25th anniversary. “I can hardly believe it!” Ainslie shares. “We want dancers to feel good. We want people to feel good in the studio,” she says of the philosophy behind the brand. “What we wear does impact how we feel. It can boost us up.”
Through the clothes she made, Ainslie’s mother instilled an appreciation for product quality in her daughter at a young age that shines through at the dancewear company. “The quality of AinslieWear is high,” Ainslie stresses, sharing that the factor that sets the brand apart is the depth of detail it puts into how leotards are made and how they fit. The company sets the bar high, paying close attention to how the leotard lays, the surface area it covers, the stretch and resilience of the fabric, and more. It helps that all the leotards are proudly made in Vancouver, B.C., just steps away from Ainslie’s office. “We have a great team here,” Ainslie says proudly.
Ainslie places value in instilling confidence in her customers, whether they are professional dancers or mothers picking up leotards for their busy dancing children. “They know it’s going to last. They know it’s going to fit well,” she says. Ainslie wants dancers to put on AinslieWear’s leotards and feel like they “hit the mark,” making them feel more self-assured so they can focus on their actual dancing and not on the discomfort of what they’re wearing.
In terms of AinslieWear’s designs, Ainslie shares that the whole world can act as inspiration. She might catch inspiration from fashion trends on the streets or in magazines, but generally, Ainslie loves when happy design accidents happen. “Some things will just cross paths on the product development table,” Ainslie says of such serendipitous designs.
AinslieWear’s 2022 Fall Collection is currently out, featuring falling leaf prints in an elegant “blue heron” shade. In the winter, customers can expect a collection full of darker, edgier tones, as well as holiday-themed products, including those with motifs from The Nutcracker.
Photo by Emily Cooper
Moving forward, inclusivity remains a priority to AinslieWear, particularly in the dancers that are presented across its catalogs and marketing resources. Ainslie voices that it’s “one tiny step,” but through promoting equitable actions across the company’s different branches, she hopes to continue being a part of forward-thinking change. Even across dance companies, Ainslie is thrilled to see so many directors changing up their repertoire, bringing in fresh and dynamic choreography. “Classical ballet [is] not just one thing anymore. It’s really evolving,” she says excitedly. “We’re all broadening how we look at things.”
Shop AinslieWear at Dancewear Center today!
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DWC's Holiday Gift Guide 2022
Need ideas on what to get your dancer for Christmas? This DWC Holiday Gift Guide is here to help make Christmas shopping a little easier. We asked some of our own DWC Ambassadors what their favorite dance products sold at Dancewear Center are and put them in the perfect guide for the holidays. Read on to learn more about what items would be great to give to your dancer for the holidays!
By Nicole Barrett, DWC Blog Editor
Need ideas on what to get your dancer for Christmas? This DWC Holiday Gift Guide is here to help make Christmas shopping a little easier. We asked some of our own DWC Ambassadors what their favorite dance products sold at Dancewear Center are and put them in the perfect guide for the holidays. Read on to learn more about what items would be great to give to your dancer for the holidays!
Apolla Performance
Apolla Performance products are known to be top-notch for dancers around the country for recovery and performance use. Recently featured on Shark Tank, Apolla’s compression socks and legwarmers leave dancers’ feet and legs feeling and looking great. Apolla Performance products use shock absorption technology to help comfort the balls of the feet and squeeze the arch of the foot for maximum comfort and support in any style of dance. The Amp Shock, Performance Shock, Infinite Shock, and the K-Warmer are the perfect gift for any performer during this holiday season!
Claudia Dean World Tracksuit Pants
Feeling confident is something that is very important in the dance community. Everyone knows that when you feel confident, you are more likely to perform at your best. That’s where Claudia Dean World Tracksuit Pants come in! These pants are super comfortable and super cute for any dancer to wear. They are perfect to warm up during these cold months or for just lounging around the house. These pants make perfect gifts!
Capezio Technique Duffle Bag
Nutcracker season is infamous for requiring various types of dance gear for dancers during performances. This requires the dancers to have the perfect bag to store all of the things they need. The Capezio Technique Duffle Bag is perfect for carrying all of your dancer’s things! With the large center compartment, you can easily store all of the necessities and carry everything with you from the studio to the theater.
Christmas Keychain
Who doesn’t love some color on their tree? These Christmas Pointe Shoe Keychains can not only be used as Christmas ornaments for your trees but they can also be put on dance bags to decorate for the holiday season! They are great to add some personalized touches to dance bags and are perfect stocking stuffers.
Claudia Dean World Foam Roller
As dancers, we all know that this art form is very physically demanding. Because of this, it is very important that we take care of our bodies properly to ensure the best performance possible. Using the Claudia Dean World Foam Roller before or after class to help stretch and recover can really help prevent sore muscles. This is a perfect gift for any dancer in your life!
Officially En Pointe T
The Officially En Pointe T-shirt is perfect for any dancer wanting to showcase their dancing skills! It’s stylish, comfortable and perfect to wear to dance class or lounging around the house. This t-shirt comes in a variety of sizes and makes a perfect Christmas gift for any dancer!
Claudia Dean World Oversized Hoodie
The Claudia Dean World Oversized Hoodie is a perfect addition to any dancer’s wardrobe. It’s soft, comfortable, stylish, and comes in various colors. What more could you want?! This hoodie can be paired with any type of bottom and be instantly cute on anybody. Come find any of these hoodies in-store or online to give to your dancer for the holidays!
We hope this Holiday Gift Guide helps make Christmas shopping for your dancer easier!
DWC's Best Nutcracker Gifts for 2022
It’s officially Nutcracker season! Dancers around the area are scrambling to prepare for their annual performances of the classic tale The Nutcracker. This allows the dancers to create unforgettable memories and entertain hundreds of audiences from far and wide. From holiday-themed leotards to storybooks for little kids, any of the items on this list would make fabulous holiday gifts for your favorite Nutcracker performers sold here at Dancewear Center!
By Nicole Barrett, DWC Blog Editor
It’s officially Nutcracker season! Dancers around the area are scrambling to prepare for their annual performances of the classic tale The Nutcracker. This allows the dancers to create unforgettable memories and entertain hundreds of audiences from far and wide. From holiday-themed leotards to storybooks for little kids, any of the items on this list would make fabulous holiday gifts for your favorite Nutcracker performers sold here at Dancewear Center!
Motionwear Nutcracker Hoodies
During the winter months, it’s even more crucial for dancers to bundle up and stay warm when they train and rehearse. Fortunately, Motionwear has dancers covered with their line of Nutcracker hoodies, crewnecks, and tank tops. Check out the preppy “Nutcracker Academy” crewneck, laid-back “Nutcracker on Duty” hoodie, and more at Dancewear Center.
Nutcracker’s Back Tote Bag
Nutcracker season comes with endless rehearsals to make sure that the show is as best as it can be. This causes dancers to bring lots of things to these rehearsals to make sure they have everything they need. This Nutcracker’s Back Tote Bag is perfect for that! This bag has pockets big enough to hold laptops and lots of dance gear to make the transition between studio and theater go smoothly.
“Nutcracker Dancing Shapes” Book from Once Upon a Dance
Local small business Once Upon a Dance produces educational and entertaining dance and movement books for children of various ages. The brand is primarily known for its “Dancing Shapes” books, which outline different dance poses for children to learn and follow. The“Nutcracker Dancing Shapes” book adds a festive spin to the series, providing readers with twenty-five different Nutcracker roles to follow.
Danse de Paris Nutcracker Sweet Leotard
The “Nutcracker Sweet” line by Danse de Paris features products adorned with a celebratory Nutcracker print, displaying characters from the production, like Clara, The Nutcracker Prince, and the Rat King. This woman-owned business has the “sweetest” leotards for the holiday season.
“The Nutcracker Practice and Play Book” by Russian Pointe
One of the most endearing and exciting parts of The Nutcracker is the story itself. Who doesn’t want to follow Clara’s journey as she ventures through an enchanted, snowy forest and the Land of Sweets? “The Nutcracker Practice and Play Book” from Russian Pointe is the perfect gift for a youngster who enjoys ballet and allows for yet another fun and stimulating way to engage with the iconic plotline.
Cloud & Victory “Winter is Coming” T-Shirt
Cloud and Victory is a small, woman-owned business known for its charming and stylish graphic T-shirts, leotards, and other dancewear products and accessories. The brand’s “Winter is Coming” T-shirt is the perfect gift for a dancer who loves Game of Thrones, as it depicts characters from the fantasy series as characters in The Nutcracker.
The Nutcracker has become an important part of how many families celebrate the holiday season. Commemorate its significance with some of DWC’s favorite Nutcracker products - whether it’s gifting them to others or yourself, they're sure to add a pinch of magic to your dancing and holiday experience.
An Inside Look at Dancewear Center Mobile
Dancewear Center Mobile provides private pointe shoe fittings that individualize and streamline the fitting process for dancers, allowing them to receive professional, one on one attention in the comfort of their home studio. At private pointe shoe fittings, fitters appreciate getting the knowledge and input of dance teachers and providing ease and convenience for community members. Our mobile service also arranges pop-up shops that help alleviate back-to-school dance shopping stress and allow studios to build their brand and bring their community together in a fun way. Dancewear Center Mobile will bring dress code apparel, shoes, and the latest seasonal items for dancers in the form of a private shopping experience.
A Glance At DWC’s Mobile Service
By Madison Huizinga, DWC Blog Editor
Dancewear Center is known for offering high-quality pointe shoe fittings and products at its locations in Kirkland and Renton, Washington. Dancers have traveled to DWC from all over the Pacific Northwest to receive fittings and explore our large pointe shoe inventory, but through Dancewear Center Mobile, we bring our fitters and merchandise to the dancers themselves!
Dancewear Center Mobile provides private pointe shoe fittings that individualize and streamline the fitting process for dancers, allowing them to receive professional, one on one attention in the comfort of their home studio. At private pointe shoe fittings, fitters appreciate getting the knowledge and input of dance teachers and providing ease and convenience for community members. Our mobile service also arranges pop-up shops that help alleviate back-to-school dance shopping stress and allow studios to build their brand and bring their community together in a fun way. Dancewear Center Mobile will bring dress code apparel, shoes, and the latest seasonal items for dancers in the form of a private shopping experience.
Maluhia Vander Griend is the artistic director and co-owner of Dancing For Joy in Bellingham and Lynden, Washington. Dancing For Joy had two Dancewear Center Mobile visits, both of which occurred in early 2022. “I was there the whole time and it was lovely,” Maluhia shares. She says that due to the expertise and convenience of the service she would love to have four to six mobile fittings a year to keep dancers dancing in pointe shoes that safely fit them. Maluhia also shares that she was adamant about having other community members take part in the mobile fitting service, so she invited other studios in the area to join at their last event.
“What you can expect is amazing, one-on-one service customized to each individual dancer,” Maluhia says of the Dancewear Center Mobile private pointe shoe fittings. She shares that there was nothing hurried about the fitting process and that the staff took the time and care needed to evaluate each dancer. At fittings, dancers are asked questions about their previous injuries, what their current pointe shoes are like, what their dancing load is like, how their pointe shoes typically break-in, and more. DWC Owner & General Manager Samantha Weissbach often provides advice and informed strategies for students experiencing different issues dancing en pointe.
“As a studio owner, I was like ‘this is awesome!’” Maluhia says, of the individualized care DWC fitters offer during mobile fittings. She also appreciates how the DWC fitters take detailed notes about the dancers’ conditions and pointe shoe history for future fittings, commenting that the customer service is “outstanding.” Maluhia also says that Samantha made the experience fun and entertaining for all involved, sharing that the last session was full of laughter. The DWC fitters make an effort to make the pointe shoe fitting experience a memorable one, particularly for dancers receiving their first pairs, as it can be a huge milestone in a dancer’s career.
“The mobile unit comes in, they take over one of your studios and they turn it into a retail shop,” says Linda Johnston, school director and dance instructor at Fidalgo DanceWorks. Linda shares that the mobile fitting process was incredibly convenient for her studio based in Anacortes, Washington. “We’re kind of remote up here in Anacortes, so it’s fabulous that [Dancewear Center] came to bring all of their shoes,” Linda says. At Fidalgo DanceWorks’ second mobile fitting with DWC in November 2021, about fourteen dancers received fittings and Linda shares that the experience was an excellent time for bonding among students.
“What you can expect is amazing, one-on-one service customized to each individual dancer.”
“For us, just having the convenience of having someone bring all their stock and know what they’re talking about…[is] just a huge blessing,” Linda says, also pointing to the value of having students try on pointe shoes in the comfort of their own studio. Linda says that rehearsals could continue running at the studio during the mobile fitting session, causing little interruption in the flow of the usual work day.
Linda recommends the Dancewear Center Mobile service to other studios, particularly those that are located in more remote areas. “I’ve just been really grateful for the service, it’s amazing. I would absolutely recommend it to anybody,” she says.
Karlenn Smith owns and teaches at High Desert Dance in Prineville, Oregon, located far from many dancewear stores. When she learned about Dancewear Center Mobile, her interest was immediately piqued, as it meant her students could save time and money on traveling to get fitted for pointe shoes. Like Maluhia, Karlenn also invited other dance studios in the community to join their mobile fitting session in March 2022 and has discussed having quarterly mobile fittings. She shares that Samantha traveled down to the studio the night before the mobile fitting and set up the fitting room. Karlenn also shares that scheduling the fitting appointments was extremely easy, as Samantha simply passed along her digital calendar and allowed dancers to sign up for slots that worked for them.
“I was so impressed with her knowledge,” Karlenn says, also pointing out how effective it was to have an outside voice share pointe shoe care information with her students. She says that Samantha even sent along websites and videos after the fitting for students to get more information about foot exercises and injury prevention. Samantha even conducted a virtual fitting with one of Karlenn’s students a couple of months after the mobile fitting and mailed pointe shoes down to High Desert Dance. “She got it right on without even being here!” Karlenn exclaims about the virtual fitting.
Be sure to book your Dancewear Center Mobile visit for an unforgettable pointe shoe fitting and shopping experience! Click here to get more information and book today.
Interviewee name pronunciations and pronouns:
Maluhia Vander Griend (Mah-loo-hee-ah Van-der Gree-end), she/her, Artistic Director and Co-Owner of Dancing For Joy in Bellingham and Lynden, WA
Linda Johnston (Linn-da Jons-ton), she/her, School Director and Dance Instructor at Fidalgo DanceWorks in Anacortes, WA
Karlenn Smith (Car-len Smith), she/her, Owner and Teacher at High Desert Dance in Prineville, OR
Sources:
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Promoting Support and Inclusivity Through Dance Belts
My website offers education to parents and any boys or men who don’t know how to wear dance belts,” he says. Tom recalls attending a summer program at Milwaukee Ballet School when he was 14 years old and changing in the dressing room. He had put on his dance belt and was about to put on his tights when a fellow dancer informed him he had put on his dance belt incorrectly. Prior to this experience, no adult had told Tom how to properly wear a dance belt, thus he strives to provide that kind of information and support through his brand.
Tom Kilps On the Creation of Dance Jox
Phonetic pronunciation: Tom Kill-ps | Pronouns: he/him
By Madison Huizinga, DWC Blog Editor
Photo courtesy of dancejox.com
Throughout their training, professional ballet dancers are encouraged to improve upon their work to near perfection. Being a dancer instills confidence, discipline, and a hard work ethic in individuals, which can carry over to other professional realms. After dancing professionally for over a decade, Tom Kilps carried the hardworking principles he learned as a dancer to Dance Jox, a company that specializes in high-quality dance belts. Shop Dance Jox at Dancewear Center today!
Tom was inspired to begin dancing after attending a local dance studio’s recital with his mom and sister around age 11. He recalls watching tap dancers in the recital and being impressed by moves like round-offs and coffee grinders. While walking back to the parking lot after the recital, Tom told his mom he was interested in taking classes himself. He ended up dancing at the local studio for a couple of years, mainly taking classes in jazz and ballet and being the only boy in many of his classes. Tom attended numerous summer dance programs, performed in local productions of The Nutcracker, and attended PBT School at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre at age 16. He also attended The Rock School of Dance Education for a short period of time before graduating high school.
After receiving his high school diploma, Tom trained at Houston Ballet Academy where he got to work with company members and Artistic Director Ben Stevenson. Tom worked under Ben at Texas Ballet Theater, where he danced for about 12 years. During his time dancing at TBT, Tom remembers returning home to Madison, Wisconsin for the holidays and messing around with his mom’s sewing machine. This is where the seed for Dance Jox was planted.
Tom thought it may be interesting to design his own dance belt, as the ones on the market at the time were largely subpar. A dance belt is an essential piece of dance apparel for male dancers, worn under tights or in place of underwear to lift and support the male anatomy. Tom had little experience with sewing let alone creating a dance belt, but quickly fell into a “rabbit hole” where he learned more about the process through research. “Ballet dancers, we have a tenacity and…a dedication to get something done and see projects through,” Tom says, sharing the commitment he had to the process.
In 2013, Tom applied for Career Transitions For Dancers, a grant offered by the Entertainment Community Fund, helping professional dancers take their next steps after retirement. Through the program, Tom was able to secure funds to put towards the development of a dance belt pattern for Dance Jox. After producing several samples and fine-tuning, Tom created a small batch of dance belts to test on his fellow male dancers at TBT. The belt was soon a hit, the dancers loved it!
As with most products, developing the Dance Jox dance belts was not an overnight success. “I’ve done a lot of modifications to the pattern,” Tom says of the tweaking that needed to be done. He points out that dancers understand the necessity of receiving notes and refining their work over time. The processes of receiving feedback and revising work are methods that Tom undoubtedly took from his dance career to his work at Dance Jox. He also shares that the perfectionist attitude many ballet dancers have is one he also has in regards to his work at Dance Jox. When honing his dance belt, Tom strives to constantly improve it and strive for a product that’s as close to perfection as possible.
Tom shares that what sets Dance Jox apart from other dance belts on the market is the fact that the company’s largest considerations are comfort, construction, and education. When developing the dance belt, Tom was striving to build a product that could hold up over time and through frequent use. He shares that the Dance Jox dance belts are sewn multiple times over multiple places, providing durability and long-wear support. The dance belt is also well-padded in the front, allowing for a smooth profile that can conceal dancers’ anatomies more than other brands. Whereas some dance belts can bother a dancer’s tailbone as they sit, Tom shares that the Dance Jox dance belt provides full stretch so dancers can sit comfortably during rehearsals and in between shows.
“My website offers education to parents and any boys or men who don’t know how to wear dance belts,” he says. Tom recalls attending a summer program at Milwaukee Ballet School when he was 14 years old and changing in the dressing room. He had put on his dance belt and was about to put on his tights when a fellow dancer informed him how to position his anatomy in a dance belt correctly. Prior to this experience, no adult had told Tom how to properly wear a dance belt, thus he strives to provide that kind of information and support through his brand.
Dance Jox offers its dance belt in a full seat and thong style. Across these styles, the product is also offered in four different colors, including beige, caramel, brown, and black. “There are a lot of companies that only had the tan, beige [dance belt] for those of us that are white,” Tom says of the color range of other dance belt companies. He’s thrilled to offer multiple options for dancers at Dance Jox and is excited to see more dancewear companies promoting inclusivity in their products. “I want to include everybody!” he shares. Tom is also excited about Dance Jox’s new active shorts in the colors midnight, raven, and royal. He also shares that the company is currently working on the development of black tights, so dancers should keep an eye out for those in the future.
Shop Dance Jox at Dancewear Center today!
Sources:
https://www.houstonballet.org/seasontickets/2018-19-season/coppelia/aszure-barton/
https://entertainmentcommunity.org/services-and-programs/career-transition-dancers
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If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor, go to the emergency department, or call 911 immediately. Dancewear Center does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information that may be mentioned on dancewearcenter.net. Reliance on any information provided by dancewearcenter.net, Dancewear Center employees, contracted writers, or medical professionals presenting content for publication to Dancewear Center is solely at your own risk.
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Inside Dancewear Center’s Continuing Education
“One of our core values is integrity and I feel like that shines through in the fitting process,” Samantha says. “We’re here to make sure that the dancer goes home in something that is as safe and comfortable as possible. We always prioritize the dancer over the sale, every single time.” She’s excited to be a part of a pointe shoe fitter community that works to empower dancers with informed knowledge about their pointe shoes, as well as help build out a larger fitter knowledge base.
A Look Into DWC Pointe Shoe Fitters’ Processes
By Madison Huizinga, DWC Blog Editor
Since Samantha Weissbach took over ownership of Dancewear Center in 2018, she and the rest of the DWC team have tasked themselves with offering dancers high-quality products and pointe shoe fittings. A big part of providing community members with knowledgeable pointe shoe fittings is staying up to date on the latest product knowledge and progressing the staff’s knowledge base with continuing education training sessions and programs. Read on to learn more about Dancewear Center’s continuing education processes from the staff members themselves.
Owner & General Manager Samantha Weissbach says that new pointe shoe fitters go through an initial training that involves shadowing another fitter. “When somebody is in training, [I try] to get them with as many senior fitters as possible,” she shares. Pointe Shoe Fitter Tija Dupont recalls sitting in on fittings, in which she would take notes and ask questions. Once onboarded and fitting on their own, fitters meet weekly with Samantha for one-on-one check-ins, in which case studies are reviewed and questions are answered. “We go over notes from their past week,” Samantha says, sharing that they also go over notes for the upcoming fittings for the week.
Samantha shares that the fitters also undergo in-depth quarterly training sessions and monthly fitters educational meetings, where case studies are discussed, new products are introduced, and more. Assistant Store Manager Anna Peters says that the quarterly sessions are useful, as the team discusses product knowledge, customer interactions, and more. Tija recalls her first training seminar with Dancewear Center, in which she was introduced to every single shoe the store carries. She shares that the initial seminar was extremely helpful, as she was able to take detailed notes which she still references from time to time. Tija also shares that in later training sessions, fitters were given extensive training on customer service, including role-playing sessions in which different scenarios were acted out with the staff. Anna says that Samantha makes an effort to intermix more written, textbook-style learning with hands-on learning so there’s something for many types of learning styles.
Outside of the internal training, DWC fitters and staff also undergo training sessions with different pointe shoe manufacturers, such as Russian Pointe, So Danca, and Bloch. Anna recalls undergoing virtual fitting training sessions with all brands. Samantha shares that fitters even observed Freed fitters fit pointe shoes at Pacific Northwest Ballet.
Senior pointe shoe fitters also undergo external certification processes, including the Progressive Pointe Method, a pointe shoe fitting curriculum offered by ThePointeShop. Dancewear Center is also closely connected with ThePointeShop and Master Pointe Shoe Fitter Josephine Lee through ThePointeShop Retail Partnership, making DWC a recommended store by experts like Josephine.
Anna says that just the basic training was eleven weeks long and was focused on the basics of fitting, sizing, troubleshooting, product knowledge, and much more. Samantha also views continuing education as a collaborative effort, creating dialogues with other dancewear store owners and pointe shoe fitters across the country including Beam & Barre in Greenwich, Connecticut.
Samantha is also a member of DanseMedica and participates in monthly “mastermind” calls in which she connects with specialists in the dance medicine world. She is also currently enrolled in the Pointe Safe Certification course, where she’s learned more about anatomy, strength, and how to progress young students en pointe safely. This course informs her teaching efforts outside DWC as well as her fittings. Samantha is also a part of Seattle Performing Arts Medicine (SeaPAM), which features Seattle-based medical professionals. She attends SeaPAM journal club meetings every other month in which members meet together to review case studies, look at medical journals, discuss work they’re doing in realms relating to dancers’ physical and mental health, and more.
“I try to stay up to date with dance medicine and bring anything that’s relevant up with the team,” Samantha shares.
Tija says that Samantha makes an effort to be hands-on with fitters during the training process and allows them to be hands-on when learning. She shares that there are a lot of opportunities for fitters to explore fitting in non-judgmental environments before they work with customers so that they can learn by doing. “I feel super confident,” Tija says of her fitting abilities following the training sessions she’s experienced. After much practice, she feels comfortable finding dancers the best shoe for them in a reasonable amount of time.
Anna also expresses the confidence she’s gained from training, sharing that the knowledge she’s gathered is much more intuitive, allowing her to have much more efficient fittings. “I think we’ve managed to streamline the whole process. We’re a lot more organized,” Anna says, referencing the notes that DWC has on hand on customers’ pointe shoe preferences. She also says the DWC community as a whole has gotten much more friendly, happy, and confident as they’ve gained more fitting knowledge and experience.
“We try to help each individual develop their own fitting style because it is going to be different for everyone,” Samantha says of the different ways individuals can approach pointe shoe fitting.
Samantha shares that the extensive training and resources available to DWC fitters today have allowed for the establishment of a more helpful guiding framework for employees to use when fitting pointe shoes. “People are progressing a lot faster and part of that is [due to] having a solid knowledge base,” Samantha says.
Being able to pair the newer fitters with more experienced pointe shoe fitters has also greatly facilitated the fitter onboarding and education process. Samantha says that being able to split the fitting process into different categories and sub-categories, has allowed fitters to understand both the mechanics and empathy required of the process. In general, Samantha says that the more detailed training process has allowed new fitters to feel more confident when they fit on their own for the first time.
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Tija shares that the learning process never stops as a fitter. “Every time I go into watch a fitting or do a group fitting, [it’s] still very educational,” she vocalizes. Tija also expresses her appreciation for the relationships she’s developed with customers, sharing that she’s grateful for the mutual understanding and transparent communication that’s developed between fitters and dancers.
Anna appreciates how available and accessible Samantha makes continuing education. “She’s very supportive of any continuing education that [we] want to take part in,” Anna says.
“One of our core values is integrity and I feel like that shines through in the fitting process,” Samantha says. “We’re here to make sure that the dancer goes home in something that is as safe and comfortable as possible. We always prioritize the dancer over the sale, every single time.” She’s excited to be a part of a pointe shoe fitter community that works to empower dancers with informed knowledge about their pointe shoes, as well as help build out a larger fitter knowledge base.
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DWC Summer Intensive Checklist
Struggling to find the right things to bring to your summer intensive coming up? Here at Dancewear Center, we are making sure that you have the ultimate checklist for all of the things necessary to survive classes in the hot summer months. We want to make sure that dancers are feeling confident, supported, strong, and ready to perform their very best for whatever summer intensives throw at them. Read on to learn more about items that can help any dancer feel their very best for classes.
By Nicole Barret, DWC Blog Writer
Struggling to find the right things to bring to your summer intensive coming up? Here at Dancewear Center, we are making sure that you have the ultimate checklist for all of the things necessary to survive classes in the hot summer months. We want to make sure that dancers are feeling confident, supported, strong, and ready to perform their very best for whatever summer intensives throw at them. Read on to learn more about items that can help any dancer feel their very best for classes.
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Apolla Performance
Apolla Performance products are known to be top-notch for dancers around the country for recovery and performance use. Recently featured on Shark Tank, Apolla’s compression socks and legwarmers leave dancers’ feet and legs feeling and looking great. Apolla Performance products use shock absorption technology to help comfort the balls of the feet and squeeze the arch of the foot for maximum comfort and support in any style of dance. The Amp Shock, Performance Shock, Infinite Shock and the K-Warmer are perfect to get your feet ready for whatever summer classes may bring.
Hair Products
Every dancer knows the struggle of reaching into their dance bag, looking for the right materials to make the perfect bun and finding…nothing. All of the hair ties, bobby pins and hair nets fall deep into the abyss that is the dance bag. So, in order to be prepared for the inevitable, extra hair ties, hair nets and bobby pins are a must to get through those rough summer classes. DWC has all of your needs covered with different styles and brands to choose from in store or online!
Tights
Tights are always a necessity in a dancer’s world. But, one of the most important things is making sure that you have enough. Many things can happen to tights like catching on a car door creating a run, or spilled coffee before an early morning class. So, to make sure that no runny tights are worn in class, extra pairs are always great to have. From Capezio to Russian Pointe, DWC has many options for dancers of all shapes and sizes to choose from!
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Dance Bags
Summer intensives often require dancers to bring a lot of gear with them to classes. From pointe shoes to skirts, dancers need a place to carry all these things. That’s where dance bags come in! Stylish and operational, there are many dance bags that Dancewear Center has in stock to choose from. The RP Duffle Bag and the Capezio Everyday Duffle Bag are some of our favorites that have plenty of space for all of the dancer's needs.
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Sports Bra by Claudia Dean World | High Waisted Leggings by Claudia Dean World
Claudia Dean Sets
Feeling confident is something that is very important in the dance community. Everyone knows that when you feel confident, you are more likely to perform at your best. That’s where Claudia Dean sets come in. From the Claudia Dean World Sports Bra to Biker Shorts, this collection will allow you to cool off during those hot summer days and feel cute as well. Not to mention, the vibrant colors of these sets are perfect to match any mood for the day.
Tiger Balm
Tiger balm is a topical ointment that is aimed to help relieve sore muscles for dancers and hurt areas on the dancer’s body. This product is perfect for use after a rough class or rehearsal where the body needs a little love. You can keep this product in your dance bag for easy access after summer classes that leave muscles feeling sore. Shop for this product online or in store at either Dancewear Center location!
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Bullet Pointe Skirts
Bullet Pointe skirts seem to be in every dancer’s dance bag nowadays! This circular skirt is perfect to spice up any dancer's look during class. They come in a wide array of colors that can fit any mood and are flattering on every dancer's body. Lightweight and durable, these skirts are perfect for the hot summer months.
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Water Bottles
Every dancer has experienced the feeling when they get done with a combo and realize that they have left their water bottle at home. It is the worst feeling ever, so here at DWC we’re making sure that you come into those summer classes hydrated and with something cute. We have a wide variety of styles and colors to choose from online or in store like the signature DWC “This Body Dances” Water Bottle, the Capezio Ballerina Girl Water Bottle, or the Covet Dance “Coffee Before Choreo” Thermal Tumbler.
We hope that this Summer Intensive Checklist helps make classes a little easier!
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Tips For Setting Dance Resolutions For the New Year
Before the start of a new year, it’s commonplace for people to set goals they hope to achieve following 11:59 PM on December 31. People set goals of all shapes and sizes, some small and realistic and others large and out of proportion.
By Madison Huizinga, DWC Blog Editor
Before the start of a new year, it’s commonplace for people to set goals they hope to achieve following 11:59 PM on December 31. People set goals of all shapes and sizes, some small and realistic and others large and out of proportion.
As dancers, we’re well-aware of what it’s like to work towards goals we set for ourselves and goals that others set for us. In dance class, it often feels like there is always something we are working to improve upon. Sometimes within our dance training, setting goals can feel futile, particularly when we start comparing ourselves to others. It can also be challenging to know where to begin. For instance, a consistent goal I have for myself within my dance training is improving my turn-out. But what exactly do I mean by that? How will I measure my progress towards achieving this goal? Is there a deadline I want to achieve this goal by? And how on Earth do I begin? Rather than having questions like these swirling around your head, it’s much more effective to make a plan. Fortunately, utilizing strategies like the SMART goals acronym and planner tools like Whimsy & Rhyme’s “Pirouette Planner” can help you out.
The SMART goals concept is widely discussed in academic and professional settings. The acronym was first written about in the November 1981 issue of Management Review by George T. Doran, and since then has received wide praise in a variety of industries. Each letter in the SMART acronym stands for a specific attribute you should make your goals, to ensure they are clearly defined and achievable.
The S stands for specific. The goal you set for yourself should refer to a particular objective you hope to achieve. The more details, the better. For instance, if your New Year’s resolution is that you want to “improve your extension,” that doesn’t provide enough information to help you work towards achieving that goal. However, if you reframe the resolution as wanting to be able to “hold your extension at a 90-degree angle,” that provides a clearer target to aim for.
The M stands for measurable. How will you track your progress towards achieving that goal? Once you outline the specific details of your goal, you will have greater clarity on how exactly you can measure your progress. Let’s say you hope to “eat more vegetables” in 2022. A way to measure progress towards that goal would be to set a target quantity of vegetables to purchase at the grocery store each week. That way, you can have an actual, quantifiable metric to determine whether or not you are working towards that objective.
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The A stands for achievable. Is the goal you’re setting for yourself doable? Do you have the time, energy, and resources to be able to accomplish it? If you are a perfectionist, it can be common to set a goal that’s out of the scope of what you can actually accomplish. However, it’s much more effective to set a goal for yourself that is challenging, but still attainable, and then set increasingly challenging goals from there. If I’m working on landing a double pirouette, setting a goal for myself to nail a quad pirouette is probably unattainable. Once I land that double though, I can up the challenge for myself!
The R stands for relevant. Is this goal necessary to achieve your larger mission? In the age of social media, it can feel like we’re constantly being bombarded by pictures and videos of advanced and professional dancers showing off their extreme strength and flexibility. While such feats may look cool in photos and short-form videos, we shouldn’t necessarily work towards them if they’re not relevant to our actual dance training goals. Being able to perform a “needle” stretch successfully can look exciting, but what’s more important is ensuring that we’re setting goals for ourselves that advance our technique in safe and healthy ways.
Finally, the T stands for time-bound. Another useful way to ensure that you actually accomplish the goal you set for yourself is to set deadlines to mark your progress. Some goals may take a few weeks or months to accomplish and others may take the entire year. Whatever time frame you have in mind, set some realistic markers along the way to ensure that you’re making the progress you want to.
A particularly helpful tool for marking your goal progress is a planner. The Pirouette Planner by Whimsy and Rhyme available at Dancewear Center is an especially useful planner for dancers, as it was designed for dancers by dancers. The Pirouette Planner is designed to help dancers maintain an organized schedule to help them reach their goals. Each month contains a coaching page on a different, specialized topic, including nutrition, audition preparation, team building, and more. There are also guided journaling prompts and areas to track stretching and strengthening activities, class corrections, and observations, as well as daily expressions of gratitude.
By following the SMART goals acronym and utilizing tools like the Pirouette Planner, we dancers can be on our way to achieving our goals. Let’s set ourselves up for success in 2022!
DWC Holiday Shopping Guide
At last, the gift-giving season is upon us! When it comes to shopping for holiday gifts, an unnecessary amount of stress can easily accrue. What do I get for them? What’s on-trend? Will they like it? Countless questions circle through our brains, making an activity that’s supposed to be festive feel a bit overwhelming. That’s why here at Dancewear Center, we’re making your life a bit easier by giving you our ultimate guide to holiday shopping for your favorite dancers! From stocking stuffers to affordable activewear to luxury leotards, DWC is your one-stop shop for holiday gifts this season. Read on to learn about our top picks that you can get for 30% off at our Small Business Saturday Sale, starting with the more affordable finds and leading into more upscale items.
By Madison Huizinga, DWC Blog Editor
At last, the gift-giving season is upon us! When it comes to shopping for holiday gifts, an unnecessary amount of stress can easily accrue. What do I get for them? What’s on-trend? Will they like it? Countless questions circle through our brains, making an activity that’s supposed to be festive feel a bit overwhelming. That’s why here at Dancewear Center, we’re making your life a bit easier by giving you our ultimate guide to holiday shopping for your favorite dancers! From stocking stuffers to affordable activewear to luxury leotards, DWC is your one-stop shop for holiday gifts this season. Read on to learn about our top picks that you can get for 30% off at our Small Business Saturday Sale, starting with the more affordable finds and leading into more upscale items.
Once Upon a Dance Books ($)
Once Upon a Dance is a local, woman-led business born during the COVID-19 pandemic (click here to learn more about their founding). The brand, run by Terrel Lefferts, offers movement and dance books for children of all ages. Check out the “Dance-It-Out” series for stories that stimulate young children’s imaginations while giving them guides for movement. The “Dancing Shapes” books make excellent gifts for older elementary-aged children to learn ballet and body awareness in a fun and guided fashion.
Pirouette Planner ($$)
With 2022 coming around the corner, it’s getting close to the time of year when people make resolutions for the new year. The Pirouette Planner is the perfect present for dancers who are eager to set goals for the upcoming year and track their growth. Designed for dancers by dancers, this planner contains guided journaling and goal setting and a monthly coaching section, covering topics like nutrition, audition prep, team building, and more.
Nutcracker Products ($$)
What’s more holiday and dance-related than The Nutcracker? Dancewear Center’s got your Nutcracker lovers covered, with Nutcracker-themed sweatshirts and hoodies galore. And check out these adorable makeup bags and mesh bags from Ansliewear, featuring designs inspired by the beloved Snow scene in the classic holiday production.
Wear Moi Knitwear ($$)
With the frigid winter months upon us, dancers often need to wear extra layers to class to stay warm. From cozy legwarmers to stylish wrap sweaters, Wear Moi knitwear is sure to keep your favorite dancer warm this season. Offered in a variety of colors and patterns, these pieces are functional and fashionable.
Girl Power Sport ($$)
Girl Power Sport is a small, local gymnastics, dancewear, and activewear brand based out of Vancouver, WA (click here to learn more about founder Lisa Fairman). The brand offers leotards and biketards in colorful prints and patterns, as well as cozy hoodies that read the phrase #girlpower. These products are perfect for a young gymnast or dancer who loves bright colors and extravagant designs.
Flexistretcher ($$)
The Flexistretcher is one of the world’s leading training tools for flexibility and strength. Unique from your average resistance band, the Flexistretcher contains custom hardware to prevent sliding, adjustable loops and custom strength elastic to adjust resistance levels, rubber stoppers to keep the loop in place, and much more. This is an excellent gift for older students eager to work on their flexibility and strength for the upcoming dance year!
AK Dancewear ($$$)
AK Dancewear is a small, woman-led business that never compromises on quality. Offered in a rainbow of colors, from vibrant corals to subdued blues, these leotards contain dynamic designs sure to make any dancer feel comfortable and confident. We love the rose print on the Emery in Rose Garden Leotard and the monochromatic tones of the Celia in Motley Leotard.
Jule Dancewear ($$$)
The woman-led dancewear brand Jule Dancewear offers beautiful leotards and dancewear geared towards older children and adults. Well-known for its line of “meshie” crop tops, tights, and skirts, these high-quality products contain classic color combinations and shapes, sure to bring a smile to any dancer’s face. The color blocking on the Luster Leotard and Royal Leotard and unique texture on the Royalette Crushed Velvet Leotard are some standout picks.
Bonus: Stocking Stuffers!
Apolla Performance
Apolla Performance products are a must-have for any dancer looking for specialized dance socks and leg warmers to train, perform, and recover in. This USA-based, entirely women-led business was founded with dancers in mind, aiming to reduce the staggering number of injuries in the dance world. The Apolla Amp Shock, Performance Shock, and Infinite Shock compression socks have cushioning on the balls and heels of the sock for shock absorption from jumps and a tight squeeze around the arch. The K-WARMER Shock is a thigh-high compression leg warmer that’s perfect for the chilly winter months.
Tiger Balm
Tiger Balm is a tried and true topical ointment aimed at effectively relieving pain for sore muscles and minor bruises. It’s helpful for active dancers to keep a jar of this in their dance bag or on their shelf after those long classes and rehearsals that leave their muscles feeling weary. Shop for it in-store at Dancewear Center!
Bullet Pointe Skirts
Since their conception, Bullet Pointe skirts have taken the dance world by storm! These circular skirts possess flowy fabric sure to drape beautifully and flatter every body type. The Bullet Pointe skirts come in a wide array of colors, one for every day of the week and then some! They’re also easy to roll up, making them an excellent option for stocking stuffers.
Holiday Keychain
The classic pointe shoe keychains Dancewear Center carries just got a whole lot more festive. This winter-inspired, holiday-themed keychain from So Danca makes the perfect stocking stuffer for your favorite dancer, especially those who just began driving and need something to hold their keys on.
Covet Dance Apothecary Set
The Dance Apothecary Set is an ideal stocking stuffer for any active dancer. The set comes with four of Covet’s most popular “after dance” care products to help relieve dancers of muscle pain, bruising, and swelling.
We hope this DWC holiday gift guide has given you a little bit of guidance this holiday shopping season. Come down to Dancewear Center Saturday 11/7 and Sunday 11/28 for our Small Business Saturday Sale to pick up the perfect treasures for the dancers in your life. Happy Holidays!
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