Dress Attire for Classes
Dress Code
Leotards:
- 3-4 years: Light Pink (Tutus/Tappers)
- 5-6 years: Lavender (Pre Ballet, Intro Jazz, Intro to Tap)
- 7+ years: Black (All other classes)
Tights: Tights are required for all classes. This is for the health and safety of dancers as it keeps the muscles warm and skin covered in case of a fall. Dancers attending back-to-back classes that include ballet should wear ballet pink for all classes.
- Ballet Classes: Ballet Pink
- Tap/Jazz/Contemporary: Tan
Bottoms/Accessories (optional): No other clothing will be permitted in dance classes. Instructors must have a clear view of your dancer’s body.
- Ballet Classes: Ballet skirt, Leg warmers, Tight fitting sweater
- Other Classes: Black shorts/leggings/jazz pants
Shoes: Proper footwear is required for all classes for the safety of dancers and to maintain our professional dance floor. Dance shoes should NEVER be worn outside the dance room or in the parking lot.
- Ballet Classes:
- 3-6 years: Ballet Pink, Full Sole, Leather Ballet Slippers
- 7+ years: Ballet Pink, Split Sole, Leather Ballet Slippers
- Teen/Adult: Ballet Pink, Split Sole, Leather or Canvas Ballet Slippers
- Jazz & Contemporary Classes: All Ages, Tan Slip-On Jazz Boot
- Tap Classes:
- 3-6 years: Black Patent Leather, Mary Jane Style Velcro/Buckle Tap Shoes (no laces) (Tiny Tappers, Intro to Tap)
- 6+: Black Lace Up Tap Shoes
- Advanced: Black Split Sole Lace Up Tap Shoes (instructor approval necessary)
- Hip Hop Classes:
- Loose athletic wear (no jeans) and sneakers with clean soles
Boys:
- White T-shirt or Leotard
- Black tights or pants
- Athletic supporter (dance belt) for older boys
- Black ballet shoes
- Black ankle socks
Adults: Comfortable athletic or dancewear. Appropriate shoes for the style of dance.
Hair:
- Ballet classes: Tight ballet bun
- Other classes: Tight ponytail/bun
Please, no distracting hair accessories that may fall off during classes.
Etc.: All dancers must bring a water bottle to class. No jewelry, toys, street shoes on the dance floor, extra clothing, food, or drinks other than water in the dance room.
Dance Classroom Rules:
- Be on time and in dress code for every class. Late dancers may not be able to participate per instructor discretion.
- Be respectful, kind, and focused. Raise your hand.
- Go potty before class! We cannot help your child in the bathroom and extra bathroom breaks disrupt class.
- Bring a water bottle!
- No running in the dance room.
- No swinging on the barres, touching the mirrors, or touching pianos/music equipment.
- Thank your teacher after every class!
- Parents of toddlers (ages 3–4), please remain in the lobby for the duration of each class your child is enrolled in.
- Parents: stick around after class for any info your teacher may have about classes, upcoming recitals, etc.
- HAVE FUN!
