Scout Active sustainable activewear is built for active girls who train hard and parents who care about what goes into their child's kit. Designed with recycled and eco-conscious fabrics, this range sits at the intersection of real performance and genuine sustainability. You get leggings, crop tops, and sets that hold up through classes, rehearsals, and weekend sport without compromising on comfort or environmental values.
Browse the full eco-friendly performance wear range and filter by size, colour, or style to find what your dancer needs.
What Makes Scout Active Different
Not all activewear marketed as sustainable actually delivers on performance. Scout Active does both. The fabrics are made from recycled materials, primarily recycled polyester sourced from post-consumer plastic, and they are engineered to move. That means four-way stretch, moisture-wicking properties, and a fit that stays in place through cartwheels and across-the-floor combinations.
The waistbands sit flat and do not roll. The colours hold after washing. The construction is reinforced at high-wear points. These are not details you notice until a cheaper pair falls apart mid-season, and then you notice them very much.
If you are weighing up whether eco-friendly fabrics perform as well as conventional synthetics, our detailed comparison in this guide to Scout Active versus conventional performance wear covers exactly that.
Sizing Scout Active for Girls and Young Dancers
Scout Active sizing runs true to Australian children's sizing conventions. For dancers between sizes, the brand generally recommends sizing up rather than down, as the recycled fabric has a firm hand feel that softens with wear but does not have a lot of extra give at first.
- Check the waist and hip measurements against the size guide, not just the age label.
- For dancers in their growth phase, a size up gives room without the waistband gaping.
- Leggings are designed with a longer rise, which suits dancers who need full coverage during extensions and floor work.
- Crop tops run close-fitting. If your dancer wears a leotard underneath, size up one for comfortable layering.
When ordering online, use the measurements on each product page rather than relying on what size your dancer wore last season. Growth through the hips especially can shift a size quickly in active girls aged eight to fourteen.
Care and Washing to Keep the Fabric Performing
Recycled performance fabrics last longer with a little care. Heat is the main enemy. High dryer temperatures break down the recycled fibres faster than washing frequency does.
- Cold or warm machine wash, delicate cycle.
- Turn garments inside out before washing to protect the outer surface and any printed panels.
- Air dry flat or on a hanger. Avoid direct sunlight for extended periods, which can fade colour over time.
- Do not use fabric softener. It coats the fibres and reduces moisture-wicking performance.
Treated correctly, Scout Active pieces hold their shape and colour across a full dance season and beyond.
Why Eco-Friendly Activewear Matters for Dance Families
Dancers go through a significant amount of activewear. Classes five or six days a week, plus competitions and casual training, means a wardrobe that gets heavy use and needs replacing regularly. Choosing pieces made from recycled or responsibly sourced materials reduces the volume of virgin synthetic fabric entering that cycle.
Scout Active also uses minimal and recyclable packaging, so what arrives at your door reflects the same values as what is inside. For families who are already making considered choices in other areas, it is a straightforward extension of that approach into the dance bag.
You can shop the Scout Active collection here with free shipping available on qualifying Australian orders. New stock arrives seasonally, so checking back regularly is worthwhile if a colour or size is currently sold out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Scout Active suitable for dance classes specifically?
Yes. The range is designed for active movement and works well for jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and general fitness classes. It is not a ballet-specific brand, so if your dancer needs a leotard for classical training, pair Scout Active pieces with a separate leotard underneath.
Does Scout Active ship to all Australian states?
All orders placed through Total Dance ship nationally. Delivery times vary by state, with metro areas generally receiving orders faster than regional addresses.
Can I return Scout Active items if the size is wrong?
Returns and exchanges follow the Total Dance standard policy. Check the returns page for current conditions before ordering if sizing is uncertain.
