Gifts for Ballet Dancers

A portable footstretcher for the dancer on the go!

THE-footstretcher^™ Lit is a lightweight version of the original footstretcher from Improvedance and easily fits inside a dance bag.  Featuring three safety precautions in the shape of the Achilles, heel, and sole supports, THE-footstretcher^™ Lit ensures a safe & effective stretching experience by avoiding unnecessary pressure on the Achilles tendon and heel.  

Superior Stretch's Soft Spiky Massage Ball has the right amount of cushion for a gentle massage. Massage balls are great for the bottom of your feet, rotator relief, calves, and quads. This ball provides muscle soreness relief when you need it most. 

Diameter: 2.5 inches

Superior Stretch's Firm Spiky Massage Ball has the right amount of cushion for a tough massage. Massage balls are great for the bottom of your feet, rotator relief, calves, and quads. This ball provides muscle soreness relief when you need it most. 

Diameter: 3.5 inches

A sweet treat for tired feet. 

Hand-made by Kettlepot Soap in the USA for the Covet Dance's Dance Apothecary Collection, the sugarplum-scented Barre Balm is infused with arnica to help soothe swollen & achy feet.  Jasmine & musk combine to sweetly scent your feet while cocoa, shea, and mango butters gently moisture dry skin.  After a long day of dancing, simple rub product onto skin & massage in with circular motions for soreness relief.  

Dimensions: 62 grams (2.15 oz) of product by weight.

"A good stance & posture reflect a proper state of mind." --Morihei Ueshiba

Slouch no more with the Posture Reminder by American Dance Supply.  The elastic strap is easy to put on and applies gentle pressure on the front of your shoulders to help you remember to keep your shoulders back.  Perfect for use sitting at a desk or during exercise/dancing, the Posture Reminder will help you fight the forward slump and stand tall.  Recommended for use in 10-20 minutes increments. 

Sizing: approximately t-shirt size equivalent, but may vary depending on how broad your shoulders are.

XS-S (31" X 1.5")

S-M (35" X 1.5")

M-L (40" X 1.5")

Style No. ADS003

Tired?  Sore?  Time for a massage!

Relieve your tired & sore muscles with the Massage Roller Stick by Superior Stretch.  Built to last a lifetime with high-quality industrial-strength materials, the thermoplastic rubber & polypropylene handles provide an ergonomic grip to so you can effectively target your neck, shoulders, deltoids, upper & lower back, hamstrings, quadriceps, knees, calf muscles, and feet. 

Length: 18 inches with 9 independent rollers

An essential item for rolling out muscles before and after a workout, the Foam Roller by Superior Stretch has a solid core and dual pressure zones. This tool will provide that "hurt-so-good" feeling that comes with myofascial release. Makes a great gift- dancers, cheerleaders, gymnasts, athletes, even moms and dads!

Available in 3 happy colors: Pink, Purple, and Blue

Feel as shiny as a new penny with the Limited Edition Metallic Warm-Up Booties by Bloch!  This stellar update from designers Irina Dvorovenko and Max Beloserkovsky (former Principal Dancers with American Ballet Theatre) is just as warm & cozy as the original unisex Warm-Up Booties, featuring a cushioned foot-bed and heat-trapping polyester filling for superior warmth.  Simply slip them on over your dance shoes & secure them in place with the velcro strap to add a little sparkle to your warm-up or cool-down routine.

Sizing: based on women's street shoe size; for men, go up one size. 

• XS: 2-3.5
• SA: 4-5.5
• MA: 6-7.5
• LA: 8-9.5
• XL: 10-12

Materials: 100% nylon shell; 100% polyester filling.

Not recommended for outdoor use.

Style No. IM009MT

The perfect prescription for tired, aching feet.  

Inspired by vintage French design, the Aprés Dance Kit from Covet Dance's Dance Apothecary contains four natural products to soothe sore muscles & reduce swelling, making it a wonderfully thoughtful gift for the hard-working dancer in your life.

Features:

• Relevé Relief: a fair-trade certified organic muscle rub that has both cooling & warming properties, perfect for soothing sore muscles after a hard day's dancing.  
• Plié Pedi-Soak: help relieve muscle swelling & pain while stimulating circulation.  Just dissolve in a hot bath or foot soak, and let the calming scent of 100% lavender essential oil whisk your tension away. 
• Brisé Spray: a refreshing tonic spray for helping your muscles recover after dance class.  Reduce pain and swelling with one spritz!  
• Pointe Powder: contains highly absorbent yet silky smooth ingredients to keep your feet & pointe shoes dry & smelling fresh while essential oils help ease your aching feet.  

Style No: DA-SET

Contents:

• Relevé Relief: fair-trade certified organic cocoa butter, organic beeswax, organic sunflower oil, essential oil of camphor, organic menthol crystals, olive oil, arnica, and vitamin E. 
• Plié Pedi-Soak: lavender essential oil, therapeutic mineral salts, magnesium, potassium, and zinc.
• Brisé Spray: organic aloe, peppermint oil, spearmint oil, MSM (a magical swelling reducer), rosemary oil, tea tree oil, and willow bark. 
• Pointe Powder: baking soda, non-nano zinc oxide, non-GMO corn starch, pro-vitamin B5, eucalyptus essential oil, peppermint essential oil, and fragrance.

I got 99 problems, but dancing ain't one!

Solve all of your #dancerproblems with this handy kit by Covet Dance, featuring:

Mend It Sewing Kit: is your costume malfunctioning?  Fix it quick with these needles, thread, pins, tiny scissors, buttons, snaps, and a safety pin.

Boo Boo Beads: kiss your boo-boos goodbye with this cute heart-shaped hot/cold pack.

Nailed It File & Buffer: keep your toe nails smooth for a more enjoyable pointe class or tame your fingernails before they catch & run your tights.

Hair Spray/Run Remedy: stop tights runs in their tracks and keep your hair flyaways in check.

Lip Service Lip Balm: soothe dry lips with this delicious vanilla lip balm.

Blister Rx: a conveniently-sized case with bandages for cuts & blisters.

Hair Ties x2: you can never have too many of these...  Just make sure you don't forget to take it off your wrist before you chassé onto the stage!

Style No. DP-KIT

It won't get easier. You'll get better. 

The SuperiorBand is natural, latex-free rubber loop used to increase flexibility and strength. It contains micro-ridges for exceptional grip and works for all body sizes. The SuperiorBand is 45 inches long, 90 inches in circumference, and 1.5 inches wide. Developed for stretch training in all styles of dance and gymnastics, you can use it for stretching your arabesque, splits, and more. It can also be used as a strengthening tool. Simply wrap the band around your hand or foot to make the band shorter. The SuperiorBand® Green provides more resistance than the SuperiorBand® Pink.

Material: Dry Natural Rubber

Dimensions: 1 1/2" wide and 90" in circumference (45" flat).

We recommend this product for intermediate to advanced dancers.

Specifications:

• Yoga Block: made of premium EVA foam; 9" X 6" X 3"; blue
• Clover Resistance Bands: each band is 4" x 48"; red = medium, blue = hard)
• Leg Bands: each band is 12" long flat; Orange = light, Yellow = medium, Green = Hard, Blue = Heavy-weight)
• Pink Foam Roller

An Allegro best-seller, the Warm-Up Booties by Bloch are unisex and designed to keep your ankles & feet warm before, after, and in-between class & rehearsal.  Designed by former American Ballet Theater principal dancers Irina Dvorovenko & Max Beloserkovsky, they are spacious enough to slip on over your pointe shoes or other dance shoes and offer exceptional warmth & comfort. 

Sizing: based on women's street shoe size; for men, go one size up.

• XS: 2-3.5
• SA: 4-5.5
• MA: 6-7.5
• LA: 8-9.5
• XL: 10-12

Materials: 100% Polyester filling, 100% Nylon Shell

Style No. IM009P

Stay cozy & chic with the best-selling Warm-Up Booties by Bloch.  Designed by former American Ballet Theatre Principal Dancers Irina Dvorovenko and Max Beloserkovsky, Warm-Up Booties are unisex and will keep your feet & ankles warm in-between classes & rehearsals without having to take off your dance shoes.  Simply slip on the Warm-Up Booties over your dance shoes, adjust the velcro strap for a secure fit, and you're good to go.  

Sizing: based on women's street shoe size; for men, go up one size. 

• XS: 2-3.5
• SA: 4-5.5
• MA: 6-7.5
• LA: 8-9.5
• XL: 10-12

Also available in Youth Sizes.

Materials: 100% nylon shell; 100% polyester filling.

Not recommended for outdoor use.

Style No. IM009

Keep your eyes on the stars, your feet on the ground, and your foot-care regime "en pointe" with the Dancer Foot Care Kit by Covet Dance, featuring:

• "Nailed It" Manicure Set: this 4 piece set makes it easy to keep your toenails trimmed, helping to avoid bruised toenails.
• Spiky Purple Massage Ball: this firm massage ball is perfect for easing sore muscles after a long day of dancing (read about how to use it here).
• DeFeet Da Funk Foot Spray: featuring a proprietary blend of eucalyptus & peppermint essential oils with notes of citrus, this foot spray will deodorize your feet & shoes to keep everything smelling fresh.

Style No. DFC-KIT

Help your young dancer stay stylish and warm with the best-selling Youth Warm-Up Booties by Bloch.  Designed by former American Ballet Theatre Principal Dancers Irina Dvorovenko and Max Beloserkovsky, Warm-Up Booties are unisex and keep dancers' feet & ankles warm in-between classes & rehearsals without having to take off their dance shoes.  Simply slip on the Warm-Up Booties over your dance shoes, adjust the velcro strap for a secure fit, and you're good to go.  

Sizing: based on children's street shoe sizes

• SC: 10-11.5
• MC: 12-13.5
• LC: 1-2.5
• XLC: 3-4.5

Also available in Adult Sizes.

Materials: 100% nylon shell; 100% polyester filling.

Not recommended for outdoor use.

Style No. IM009K

What do dancers drink?  H Tutu O, of course!

Stay hydrated during long days of dancing with this adorable wide mouth water bottle by Covet Dance. 

Specifications: 8.5" x 3.625"; 34 oz.; single-wall BPA-free Eastman Tritan™ copolyester bottle; threaded lid; colored silicone band; lid retaining loop.

Style No. H22O-WB-WIDE

Muscle relief made with organic ingredients.

Sore muscles after a hard day's dancing?  Rub on & massage in the Relevé Relieve Muscle Rub from the Dance Apothecary Collection by Covet Dance to melt soreness away.  Made with organic & fair trade ingredients, this muscle rub has warming & cooling properties to help increase blood flow and rejuvenate tired, sore muscles. 

Ingredients: Fair Trade Certified Organic Cocoa Butter, Organic Beeswax, Organic Sunflower Oil, Essential Oil of Camphor, Organic Menthol Crystals, Organic Olive Oil, Arnica, and Vitamin E

Net Wt: 0.56 oz. (17g)

Style No. RR-MR

Is your hydration game en pointe?

Stay hydrated during long days of classes, rehearsals, and competitions with this beautifully decorated En Pointe Water Bottle by Covet Dance.  

Specifications: 8.5" x 3.625"; 33.8 oz.; single-wall BPA-free Eastman Tritan™ copolyester bottle; threaded lid; stainless steel accent; braided coated wire carrying loop.

Style No. EP-WB

*Cue "Friends" Theme Song*

When it hasn't been your day, your week, your month, or even your year... know that your friends will be there for you!  And who's a dancer's best friend?  Why, bobby pins, of course!  Treat yo' self to this cute Bobby Pin necklace by Covet Dance or gift it to a friend--it's a great way to say: "I'll be there for you, 'cause you're there for me, too."

Excited for Nutcracker season?  Hoping to snag a big role in the ballet?  Stay motivated with the cool & comfortable #DancerGoals Nutcracker Tank Top by Motionwear.  

Sizing: please see size chart.

Care Instructions: turn garment inside out & machine wash cold, delicate cycle; allow to air dry.

Fabric: 60% cotton, 40% polyester.

Style No. 4598

When in doubt, turn it out.  Help educate your hips on how to correctly stand in turn out while improving your core strength and balance.  To use, place the boards close together on a low friction surface, step onto them in parallel, and challenge yourself to see how far you can turn out your legs using the rotational muscles in your hips. 

Size: 8" in diameter, 1" thick

Style No. ADS011

A superior way to stretch your feet. 

An excellent tool for pre-pointe & pointe students, the SuperiorArch® Foot Stretcher by Superior Stretch allows dancers to effectively stretch the top arch of the foot for improved flexibility and a prettier pointe.  A custom-designed incline is molded into the wood base, which allows the heel to rotate downwards without impingement.  High density foam pads cushion where the arch & heel rest, and the entire SuperiorArch® Foot Stretcher is covered with two inches of premium foam for extra comfort.  Overlapping velcro flaps accommodate any foot size and securely keep the foot in place during stretching.  Access to free instructional videos is included, making this an excellent foot stretching tool for both beginner & more advanced dancers. 

Make your arabesque the araBEST.

Made from natural latex rubber, the SuperiorBand® Pink by Superior Stretch is an elastic stretch loop band with a smooth, soft finish and more elasticity than the SuperiorBand® Green, allowing for an easier yet firm stretch. With access to instructional videos included, this is a great stretch tool for dancers looking to start improving their flexibility and increase the height of their arabesque & penchée. 

Materials: Natural latex rubber

Dimensions: 1 1/2" wide and 90" in circumference (45" flat).

Recommended for beginning to intermediate dancers.