Our Story

Welcome to Dancers World – Now Proudly Part of the La Pointe Boutique Group

Thank you for visiting Dancers World. Our journey began in the early 1980s as a family-run business, wholesaling dancewear to teachers, dance schools, and retailers long before online shopping became the norm.

Founded by two full-time dance teachers, Dancers World was born out of necessity—back then, quality dancewear was hard to find. With just a small selection of garments and shoes, we opened a shop for our pupils and local dancers. Located alongside our dance school, which also served as a regional centre for one of the UK’s major dance organisations, the business quickly grew as other teachers discovered our commitment to quality and affordability. Our simple policy—offering the same wholesale price whether you ordered 1 item or 101—helped establish a loyal customer base and the start of our successful mail order service.

From handwritten order forms and cheques to fully digital operations, we’ve grown alongside the evolving dance industry. Today, our website serves customers around the world, offering carefully selected products that meet the needs of dance teachers, schools, retailers, and performance groups alike.

In 2025, we proudly joined the La Pointe Boutique Group, a vibrant and forward-thinking company rooted in dance retail. We are thrilled to carry on the incredible legacy of Dancers World, while embracing fresh ideas, modern designs, and updated uniform styles that reflect the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of dance. Our goal is to stay current, stylish, and supportive of every dancer's journey, without losing the trusted service and values that made Dancers World what it is.

Though the original dance school is no longer in operation, our love for dance remains strong. We know how vital the right dancewear can be for performance, confidence, and comfort—and we’re here to help you and your dancers look and feel your best, whether in class, on stage, or at auditions.

Explore our website to discover our expanded collections, customisable options, and exclusive ranges. We’re excited to continue this journey with you under the La Pointe Boutique name, celebrating tradition while embracing innovation.

As always, we’re just a message or phone call away—whether you need help with a product or just fancy a chat. Here's to dancing forward together.

Size Chart

Dancers World Dancewear

Size Guide 00 0 1 2 3A 3 4 5 6 7
Chest/Bust 22-24" 24-26" 26-28" 28-30" 30-32" 32-34" 34-36" 36-38" 38-40" 42-44"
Avg. Age 2-4 4-6 6-8 8-10 10-12
Avg. Dress Size 8-10 10-12 12-14 14-16 16-18

 

Dancers World ECS Skirts

Size Guide Sml Child Med Child Lge Child X.Lge Child/One Size Adult XL+ Child/One Size Adult
Skirt Length 9" 10½" 12" 14" 16"
Average Age 2-6 6-9 8-12 Adult Adult
Average Leotard size 00-0 1-2 2-3A 3-5 3-5
Chest / Bust 22-24" 24-28" 27-32" 34-38" 34-38"

 

Dancers World ECS/M & ECS/L Skirts

Size Guide Sml Child Med Child Lge Child X.Lge Child/One Size Adult XL+ Child/One Size Adult
ECS/M Skirt Length 13" 15" 18" 21" ---
ECS/L Skirt Length 15" 18" 21" 25" ---
Average Age 2-6 6-9 8-12 Adult ---
Average Leotard size 00-0 1-2 2-3A 3-5 ---

 

DW Shorter & Longer Tapered Skirts - Shortest and Longest lengths

Size Guide Sml Child Med Child Lge Child X.Lge Child/One Size Adult XL+ Child/One Size Adult
Shorter Tapered Lengths 7 / 13" 9 / 16" 11  18" 13 / 20" ---
Longer Tapered Lengths 9 / 16" 12 / 19" 14 / 21" 16 / 24" ---
Average Age 2-6 6-9 8-12 Adult ---
Average Leotard size 00-0 1-2 2-3A 3-4 ---

Dancers World Jazz Trousers

Size Guide 00 0 1 2 3A 3 4 5 6 7
Chest/Bust 22-24" 24-26" 26-28" 28-30" 30-32" 32-34" 34-36" 36-38" 38-40" 42-44"
Avg. Age 2-4 4-6 6-8 8-10 10-12
Regular Inside Leg 18" 21" 24" 26" 28" 30" 30" 32" 34" 34"