Dress the Part!

Dance Attire and Dress Code Guide

 
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Correct Attire Helps Dancers Dance Better!

 
 

Dress Code for Dance Students

Young Jazz Class dancing in leotards
  • Proper attire is very important for several reasons; teachers can only observe body alignment and correct technique when the clothing worn is NOT BAGGY. Adhering to dress code also prepares dancers to feel mentally ready for dance class.

  • All dancers must have hair up and out of their faces.

  • All Precious Petites, and Lil' Cuties students may wear a leotard and tights of their choice. Pink ballet shoes (black for boys) and black tap shoes (if needed) are required. Boys may wear a t-shirt and jogger style pants or shorts.

  • Ballet class students must wear a solid colored leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes. No sweat pants or baggy cover ups are allowed. Hair is required to be in a bun.

  • Jazz, Musical Theater, Contemporary and Tap students must wear a tight fitting dance top (for example a fitted tank top or jog bra) with lycra shorts or dance pants, or a leotard, nothing baggy is allowed (including T-shirts and sweatpants). Black tap shoes, tan jazz shoes for classes level 1-3, turning shoes for classes level 4-7.

  • Hip Hop students loose fitting clothing is encouraged. Sweat pants, and T-shirts are allowed. Sneakers are a must, preferably not shoes that are worn outside.

  • Strength and Stretch students must wear tight fitting clothing and should not wear tights or shoes.

  • Note: Students who routinely do not meet dress code may be asked to sit out during class.

 
Advanced ballet class in leotards and tights
 
 
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