Warm Up & Knitwear

Warm-up clothing keeps muscles warm between exercises to reduce injury risk, especially in cold studios or during breaks in rehearsal. Cardigans, leg warmers, and wrap tops are all common warm-up pieces that can be removed as the body warms up during class.

A warm-up cardigan or knit wrap top, leg warmers, and warm-up shorts are the core pieces for ballet students. These are worn at the start of class and removed once the body is warm. Many dancers also use warm-up booties to keep their feet warm before going on pointe.

Quality dance knitwear uses fine knit wool, acrylic, or cotton-blend yarns that are lightweight and stretchy. The knit should be open enough to allow movement without bunching. Some styles feature ribbed knit sections for extra stretch at the waist, cuffs, or ankles.

Yes. Warm-up knitwear is designed to be worn directly over a leotard and tights. Most teachers permit warm-up clothing at the start of class. Check with your teacher about when warm-up pieces should be removed and whether specific colours or styles are required by the studio.

Hand wash or machine wash on a wool or delicate cycle in cold water using a wool-safe detergent. Do not wring or tumble dry as this distorts the knit structure. Lay flat on a towel to dry to maintain the garment's shape.

Yes. Total Dance Australia stocks warm-up knitwear in both children's and adult sizes. Styles range from classic ballet wraps to contemporary knit tops. Browse the collection for available sizes and colours. Stock varies by season.

We stock warm-up and knitwear from leading dancewear brands including Bloch, Wear Moi, and others. Each brand offers different styles and fabric weights. Browse the collection for current options or contact us for specific stock queries.