| The heat wave over the last few days caught many | | | | frequently used for all manner of dances and for |
| in the UK by surprise. Sweltering days turned into | | | | some sports, and they really are an ultimate athletic |
| humid and sticky nights. The weather prevented | | | | garment. In their comparatively short history, leotards |
| some from going about their usual exercise routine, | | | | have benefitted from the introduction of modern |
| as even an early morning jog could have led to | | | | fabrics such as Lycra, which have the ability to |
| overheating. It is hard to say when the next hot spell | | | | stretch an awful lot, allowing great freedom of |
| will start, but for those who want to be able to stay | | | | movement, but consistently return to their original |
| healthy despite the weather outdoors, there are a | | | | shape so fit is not compromised. The fact that |
| number of options. Commonly, adults choose to visit | | | | leotards also come in a number of designs further |
| their local gym on a regular basis, but for younger | | | | increases their popularity, some are long sleeved, |
| people and children, this can seem quite dull. There | | | | some halter neck, others camisole. These cater for a |
| are hobbies that your child will love, that are good | | | | range of tastes, and all cling well to the skin, allowing |
| exercise and can give them a chance to meet | | | | dance teachers or competition judges to observe |
| likeminded friends - dance is one of these. | | | | muscle movement. |
| No matter which sort of dance your child is into, | | | | A great thing is that leotards can also be great fun - |
| there are similar criteria for choosing a dance school, | | | | they are available in a wide range of styles and |
| though expense is a main consideration for a lot of | | | | colours. Today, this versatility has led to the garment |
| families, especially given the current financial climate. | | | | being worn outside of its usual applications, a number |
| Once a few options have been selected, parents | | | | of pop stars and celebrities have popularised them in |
| should visit potential schools and meet tutors and | | | | music videos, and they are now seen a fashion |
| instructors to discuss teaching methods and policies. | | | | clothing as well as sports or dance gear. Though not |
| Once satisfied you have found the right school for | | | | everyone wants to wear a leotard to clubs, even in |
| your child, ensure that you are aware of the clothing | | | | hot weather, for those who have taken a shine to |
| they will need. Most dance schools provide a uniform | | | | the garment, the range of designs are sure to |
| list, outlining the required garments, such as leotards, | | | | provide something to suit all tastes. For those |
| tights or tutus, as well as the colours they should be | | | | introducing their child to dance, the best policy is to |
| in. For those new to the world of dancing, they can | | | | follow professional advice, and choose the clothing |
| often suggest brands that offer the best quality, | | | | that the specific dance school recommends or |
| such as Capezio, Bloch or Pineapple. Leotards are | | | | requires. |