Roberts Academy of Irish Dancing - Class & Feis Checklists

Class & Feis Checklist

The following is just a guideline of things most dances will need at classes and competitions!

Class

Shorts and T-shirt to dance in. Please no skirts (unless shorts are worn underneath).
Trackies and jumper to wear over the top when it's cool
Socks
Dancing Shoes (ballet slippers, light sneakers, or similar if you do not have irish shoes yet)
A drink - water or other still drinks are best (fizzy drinks can cause stomache aches when you're active)
A notepad and pen so you can note down new steps

More advanced dancers may also like to bring their own "emergency kit" with things like band-aids, spare laces and shoe tape. A first aid kit is available at every class.

Feis

Shorts or trackies to wear when not in costume
White dancing socks if you're Under 16 OR Your choice of dancing socks or 70 denier tights if older
Dancing shoes
Hairbrush, bobby pins etc
Drinks and Snacks
Pens to note results in your program
Safety Pins
Camera
If Hiring a Skirt:
- Black T-Shirt
- Black Underwear (such as Netball Knickers from Wal-mart)
If Hiring a Team Costume:
- Black Underwear (such as netball knickers, or satin dance bloomers available through the school)
- Thin t-shirt or singlet to wear underneath
For Boys:
- Long black socks
- Black trousers
- Smart black shirt
- Blue tie (optional)

Don't forget to wear your RAID training gear if you have it!

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