9 Gift Ideas for your Favorite Dance Teacher
We hope you’ve been enjoying back-to-school season in its back-to-normal form (well, at least as close as “normal” as we’ve seen since the pandemic began). Over the summer, we geared our blog toward students, offering tips and insight about resources they can use for college preparation, mentorship, and career-readiness. Now that school is back in session, we decided to turn our attention to our beloved dance teachers!
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Whether you are eagerly entering high school, beginning a new semester in college, or are still feeling the rush from your summer intensives, your teacher likely plays a significant role in your excitement. Teachers are also coaches, mentors, friends, and role models. It is through their wisdom, expertise, and patience that many dancers can experience the joy that comes from expressing themselves with movement.
That’s why it’s important to show your teacher some appreciation, and what better time to do that than during back-to-school season? We know you’re probably riddled with schoolwork and dance lessons, so we compiled a list of gift ideas from our shop for you that we know would make your teacher feel special!
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Clothes from our Shop
This lightweight t-shirt with the quote “We Set the Barre” will keep your teacher and fellow classmates reminded of what’s important to us as dancers: setting the bar high and meeting expectations!
Featuring both versions of the Brown Girls Do Ballet logo, this soft, fitted hoodie comes in black and dark gray. It’s the perfect dance attire for the approaching fall weather!
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For a thinner layer of warmth, this simple printed long-sleeved t-shirt comes in pink or white.
Accessories from our Shop
If your teacher wears an Apple Watch, FitBit Watch, or Disney Magic Band, this charm is a unique and simple way for them to spice up their watchband and represent Brown Girls Do Ballet.
For the teacher who must carry all the things, a tote bag might be the perfect gift. There are a variety of styles and colors to choose from, and each bag can carry a laptop, dancewear, snacks, a water bottle, and more.
Functional gifts are always a win. Our premium face mask is adjustable, washable, and has a pocket for a filter insert. The Bella logo adds just the right amount of flair.
Knick Knacks from our Shop
This 17-ounce insulated bottle is great for both hot and cold liquids. The fact that it can be securely closed makes it great for your teacher who is always on the go.
Help your teacher have more cozy moments with this 11-ounce mug. With 4 styles to choose from, you can buy one for multiple teachers!
Our die-cut stickers are a simple, affordable gift for teachers who like to add their creative touch to everyday items.
In our most recent blog posts, we covered the positive impact a teacher can make on a dancer’s journey, the beauty of a strong dancer-teacher bond, and five reasons why dancers might find additional fulfillment in teaching. What we revealed is what inspired us to make this gift list.
If you also feel moved to show some appreciation but didn’t like what we listed, see what else we have in our shop. Not a gift person? Give your teacher a shout-out in the comments below!