For the edgy contemporary dancer I'd suggest things to make their hectic "artsy" way of life more simple:
$0-$5 : A lot of contemporary work is done on the floor in a not always so fun manner... Making sure the dance in your life takes care of their body is an absolute must! These knee pads are soft on your wallet and don't have a lot of added bulk behind the knee.
$6-$10 : These socks are great for protecting the precious skin of our most valuable instruments! Available in a variety of colors, these guys are a life saver for your contemporary class and leaves the feeling of the floor without the lost skin and bruised feet at the end of the day.
$11-$15: What dancer do you know that doesn't love a new dance bag? With its funky design and easy to pack and care for design, this dance bag is sure to be a valued present for the dancer in your life.
$16-$25: All dancers could benefit from some conditioning and this book is full of different exercises that cater to a dancer's needs! Staying in shape over the holidays can be especially tough for most dance students and this gift will be a great start.
$26 + : Staying warm in cold studios is no easy task! A warm and cozy throw will help keep your dancer snug for this cold holiday weather.
Now for the ballerina in your life any thing to help with technique is helpful. Unfortunately class doesn't allow for a lot of room for individuality, but in select, smalls ways your gifts can be a life saver!
$0-$5: I know I've already mentioned these hair pins on my blog before, but they are seriously life changing! My hair is personally so thick and heavy that I'd go through an entire package (or two depending on the length at the time) of roller pins per performance! Until I discovered these, that is.
$6-$10: I personally LOVE legwarmers. There's no feeling like doing a rond de jambe and wool brushing against the tights on your legs on a cold studio day. Stirrup legwarmers cover most of the generally exposed leg area and still provide very little between your shoes and the floor.
$11-&15: These knit shorts are perfect for lounge wear and warm ups and Harmonie is a very good quality brand that will last you a long time.
$16-$25: Although generally sold from most retailers for around $30, Amazon offers this amazing book for only $19.77! This is by far my favorite ballet book of all time and Eliza Gaynor Minden is a genius in my eyes. Tons of insightful knowledge and wisdom inside.
$26 + : If you're looking for that one gift that you know they will never forget I'd suggest something that will help them improve their feet. This device is designed to help improve flexibility and strength which all dancers struggle with, but lack the necessary means to improve upon. Of course if you're looking to spend slightly less I'd recommend a dvd of the Nutcracker or any other ballets for that matter. All ballerinas enjoy seeing their craft performed well.
For the Tapper you know and love gift ideas may be a bit trickier. A lot of the dance world doesn't favor tap as highly as some of the other dance styles, but there are still some great gift ideas for your tapping friend.
$0-$5: Bumper stickers are cute, inexpensive and generally thoughtful. Let your tapper express their love for tap everywhere they go!
$6-$10: Replacing taps can be a pain in the butt, but definitely makes a difference in the quality of the sounds made by your friend.
$11-$15: Sometimes we just we all just need to show a little love for our craft, and this shirt is the perfect way to do it! Give the gift that shows you care about what they care about.
$16-$25: For the history buff in your life, they may be interested in a brief biography of their favorite tap heroes. TAP! is a great read and is sure to leave your tapper in a great mood this holiday season.
$26 + : And finally, sometimes busting our of your comfort zone is good for everyone, so why not try a new class? Jared Grimes is a wonderful teacher and performer. This dvd will be a hit with your tapper and hopefully give them some creative incentive.
Thanks for reading! -Ms Ivy
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