UNDERWEAR & AESTHETICS
Dance teachers ask dance students to not wear underwear or panties under leotards because dancing is all about aesthetics. Underwear that can be seen distracts from the aesthetics of the movement being created.
Another reason is because underwear can be distracting to the dancer. Leotards and tights are tight and this can lead to uncomfortable underwear bunching up the crotch, or if the underwear is old it can start to slide pulling down on leotards or tights. If the underwear is too tight, or pulled up to high the wearer can constantly be trying to pick an uncomfortable wedgie from their bum.
MENSTRUATING
A lot of dancers find it most convenient and comfortable to wear a tampon. Some girls prefer to wear a thin pad with seamless, invisible underwear. Black underwear is not recommended, as pink tights are see-through. Wearing a pad is perfectly fine, just be sure to choose one with a high absorbency level.
PERIOD UNDERWEAR
You could also go for high-cut period underwear that matches your ballet tights.
Leak proof underwear is available in many styles including Bikini and Thong.
ADVISE
We advise Invisible high cut dance underwear available at the dance shops a.o. the underwear by Dansez-Vous available at Danswinkel in The Hague or Period Underwear by Modibodi
Bathroom breaks
Good to know: During ballet class, it’s completely fine to step out for a bathroom break whenever you need to.
