Q&A for How to Wear a Dance Belt

Traditionally, male ballet dancers do not go en pointe. However, there are exceptions, such as when playing a female character in a pantomime or comedy routine, or when dancing as a character like Puck. Moreover, traditions are changing, with progressive dance companies enabling both men and women dancers to make a choice as to wearing pointe shoes or not. It must be noted that the lack of ongoing training en pointe can make it harder for male dancers but again, some ballet schools now have an expectation that male dancers will learn pointe work too, especially since it helps train good balance techniques and helps every dancer appreciate the harsh toll that dancing en pointe extracts.

The basic attire for a male ballet dancer doing class work is generally: Footed or footless black tights, a dance belt underneath the tights, a form-fitting plain white t-shirt, white crew or ankle socks (with a little padding if possible) and black ballet shoes. Some items may differ depending on which school you’re attending and the temperature where you are dancing (for example, shorts or singlets may be allowed sometimes) and the items will be different for actual costumed performances. For more advice, check out this wikiHow: How to Dress for a Ballet Class as a Man .

Yes, male ballet dancers wear a dance belt, which some people refer to as a cup. This belt provides support and slight protection for the male genitalia but mostly it streamlines the appearance of the male anatomy for costume purposes.

Male ballet dancers wear a dance belt or "supporter" under their tights, to help streamline the appearance of this area of their anatomy. It is somewhat similar to a thong, and helps to avoid undergarment outlines showing through the tights. A male dancer may need several dance belts in different colors, to match differently colored tights.

I have worn jockstraps and compression shorts. The dance belt is more comfortable and safer. There is no re-adjusting, and a lot of freedom to move around. They are the best for working out.

Yes! I'm wearing one to cosplay as Spiderman. Tom Holland said he wore one while playing the role, so it should work out great.

Some riders feel that using a dance belt is more than more comfortable than a jockstrap, but you need to try different styles to find out what suits you.

Of course you can. Just decide what positioning and fit is most comfortable for you.

Dance belts are simply meant to fit your hips. The size of your belly doesn't matter.

You can get a special pair of tights with "shapeology," or you can get a body shaper from the lingerie section of a department store.

There is no need to be concerned about getting an erection since your penis is already in the same position. You will probably be the only one who will know.

Yes. As a matter of fact, that is the purpose of a dance belt. Purchase a belt that is comfortable but tight on the crotch. It can even hide an erection if one should occur.

The key to keeping your dancewear in good shape is cold water. Use a cold washer on the 'delicate' cycle. Hang everything to dry. Never use the dryer for dancewear.

The best color dance belt to buy is flesh colored. The same dance belt can then be worn under black practice tights and white performance tights.