| It is by no means unusual for little girls have dream | | | | As a whole, the tutu should allow for ballet |
| of being ballerinas, in fact for many this dream | | | | movements to be performed comfortably and |
| continues into adulthood, although often with a hint | | | | without hindrance. If you cannot find one which is the |
| of wistfulness! For a few the dream may have | | | | perfect fit, it is possible to get tutus tailor made or |
| become reality, through years of lessons. If your child | | | | adjusted to meet your child's needs. A child may well |
| wishes to learn to ballet dance, and you are in a | | | | wish to wear their ballet kit round the house - this |
| position for this to happen, then you may wish to let | | | | displays enthusiasm and should be encouraged within |
| them have a few lessons to see how they get along. | | | | reason. |
| With rising levels of childhood and adolescent obesity, | | | | Some children will decide that ballet is not their thing, |
| encouraging exercise which they enjoy from an early | | | | and only have a few lessons, but others will grow to |
| age should definitely prove beneficial. If it is your | | | | love the dance more with each session! As a parent |
| daughter who wishes to learn the art of ballet, | | | | or carer for a child, you will know how rewarding and |
| chances are the beautiful items of clothing are, in | | | | special it can be to see your child or children |
| part, what has attracted her to the dance. One way | | | | thoroughly enjoying themselves. As the years go by, |
| in which you can help to encourage an initial interest | | | | ballet can continue to be a great hobby, sport and |
| in ballet is to choose a tutu. | | | | art for your child, helping them to get exercise and, in |
| Many dance schools for children will specify which | | | | many cases, boosting self esteem through the |
| items of clothing they require, such a leotards and | | | | attainment of progressive skill levels. A child's love of |
| tights. If your child wishes to have a specific tutu | | | | ballet may stem initially from an early love of the tutu |
| which differs with their dance school's uniform, you | | | | as it often appears in books and TV shows aimed at |
| can look into purchasing one yourself. Most tutus | | | | youngsters, but over time it can become something |
| available are very pretty, using beautiful fabrics and | | | | more. It can be a lifestyle and even a career for |
| feminine colours, but practicality and comfort should | | | | some lucky ballerinas. Even when ballet isn't a success |
| take priority over the garment's appearance. The | | | | with your child, this does not mean to say that they |
| quality of the materials and design is very important, | | | | will not wish to try other kinds of dance. Everyone |
| and the garment should fit securely but comfortably. | | | | has different tastes in music, and express |
| The waistband should be secure, not tight enough to | | | | themselves in different ways. No matter which dance |
| chafe or cause any discomfort, but not be too loose. | | | | they choose, let your child enjoy it! |