Monday, May 28, 2012

What to Pack for a Ballet Summer Intensive

I've mentioned that I like to plan things... I put together a list that will help you make sure you have everything you need to have the perfect time at your summer intensive. :) Enjoy!
(BTW: If you're traveling by plane, make sure you check out the regulations for what you're allowed to take!)

Toiletries:
[ ] Deodorant
[ ] Brush
[ ] Comb
[ ] Body Lotion
[ ] Body Spray
[ ] Blow Dryer
[ ] Flat/Curling Iron
[ ] Toothbrush
[ ] Toothpaste
[ ] Hairspray/Gel
[ ] Bobby pins
[ ] Hairnets
[ ] Hair clips/flowers/bows
[ ] Hair ties
[ ] Water squirt bottle
[ ] Makeup
[ ] Manicure/Pedicure Equipment
[ ] Floss
[ ] Mouthwash
[ ] Face wash/Makeup remover
[ ] Retainers
[ ] Feminine Products
[ ] Headbands
[ ] Chapstick/lip balm
[ ] Epsom salt

Medicine/First Aid*
[ ] Neosporin
[ ] Tylenol/Ibuprofen
[ ] Vitamins
[ ] Band-aids
[ ] Hydrogen Peroxide
[ ] Icy Hot
[ ] Rubbing alcohol
[ ] Ace bandage

Shower
[ ] Razors**
[ ] Shaving Cream
[ ] Body soap
[ ] Shampoo
[ ] Conditioner
[ ] Bath Squeegee
[ ] Shower shoes***

Laundry
[ ] Laundry basket
[ ] Bleach
[ ] Laundry soap
[ ] Dryer sheets
[ ] Stain remover
[ ] Quarters for machines

For Your Dorm Room:
[ ] Hand soap
[ ] Tissue box
[ ] Toilet paper
[ ] Towels
[ ] Bath rug
[ ] Hair supply container
[ ] Toothbrush & toothpaste holder
[ ] Lysol spray/oust/Clorox wipes
[ ] Hand sanitizer
[ ] Paper towels
[ ] Non-reusable plates and utensils
[ ] Journal (for information about dance journalism, click here)
[ ] Pens and pencils
[ ] Paper
[ ] Stamps
[ ] Envelopes
[ ] Scissors
[ ] Extra blanket
[ ] Pictures and things from home
[ ] Mattress cover (for lumpy dorm beds)
[ ] Sheets/pillows (if not provided by dorm)
[ ] Movies
[ ] Books
[ ] Playing cards

Electronics
[ ] Cell phone
[ ] Cell phone charger
[ ] Flashlight
[ ] Extra batteries
[ ] Camera
[ ] Camera charger
[ ] iPod/MP3 player
[ ] iPod/MP3 player charger

Activities on Weekends
[ ] Refillable water bottle
[ ] Umbrella
[ ] Beach towel
[ ] Sunscreen
[ ] Hat
[ ] Mini backpack/purse
[ ] Wallet
[ ] Sunglasses
[ ] Watch
[ ] Money
[ ] Disposable camera

Clothes
[ ] Bathing suits(s)
[ ] Bras/Panties
[ ] Sneakers
[ ] Flip-flops
[ ] Slippers
[ ] Jeans/Pants
[ ] Capri pants
[ ] Shorts
[ ] T-shirts/tank tops
[ ] Pajamas
[ ] Sweaters/jackets
[ ] Socks
[ ] Hangers

Dance Clothes
[ ] Leotards
[ ] Tights
[ ] Jazz pants/shorts
[ ] Warm-ups

In Your Dance Bag
[ ] Extra leotard
[ ] Extra tights
[ ] Alignment belts
[ ] Ballet skirts
[ ] Legwarmers
[ ] Sweater
[ ] Socks
[ ] Nail clippers
[ ] Therabands
[ ] Pointe shoes/ribbons/elastics
[ ] Pointe shoe bag
[ ] Toe tape
[ ] Lamb's wool
[ ] Toe spacers
[ ] Toe pads
[ ] Tennis ball
[ ] Mini sewing kit
[ ] Mini deodorant
[ ] Mini brush
[ ] Comb
[ ] Lotion
[ ] Mini toothbrush & toothpaste
[ ] Extra bobby pins & hairnets
[ ] First aid kit
[ ] Scissors
[ ] Energy bars
[ ] Compact mirror
[ ] Feminine products
[ ] Microwavable snacks
[ ] All dance shoes***

Misc.
[ ] Money
[ ] Dance Bag
[ ] Contact lenses & case
[ ] Contact lens solution
[ ] Glasses & case
[ ] Ice packs/heating pads
[ ] Ziploc bags for ice
[ ] Lunch box
[ ] Any paperwork****

*First aid supplies should be in your dance bag
**Remember that bringing razors in your bag if you are traveling by plane is probably not a good idea
***Bring appropriate shoes for whatever classes you will be taking
****Medical forms, etc.

I hope you enjoyed the list and comment anything I've forgotten!

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Here I Am!

Hi! I would tell you my name, where I'm from, what school I go to and such, but honestly, I don't want any creepy stalkers. :) I live in Arizona and I like to think of myself as a professional ballerina-in-training. I have been dancing for six years now, and this summer, I am going to The Rock School of Dance's summer intensive for two weeks and I am so excited. I am the type to plan everything to be the exact way I want it. So I have been researching on the internet ever since my parents told me I could go. One thing that I discovered was that there weren't any good informational sites that were reliable and had everything you need to know all in one place. So I decided to create this blog to make a perfect site for almost everything you need to know about ballet. I will be updating it whenever I can and sharing useful posts and such. Until then, subscribe and share my link on facebook!
Thanks,
azBallerina