Dress Code

Why do we have a dress code?

A dress code helps the instructors teach more effectively and efficiently. A uniform look allows the instructor to quickly and easily see the students’ movement and not be distracted by multiple colors or patterns. It allows the instructor to make accurate corrections which the student can also see and understand more clearly.

In addition, it is important that your hair is pulled up properly–in a bun for ballet and away from face for all other classes–so as not to distract you or the instructor. A cloth headband is great for short hair or bangs that are growing out. For students who forget, a hair elastic can be purchased at the front desk for 25 cents. Together these things contribute to getting the most out of class.

• Young Children’s Dance:

  Girls – Pale pink leotard, pink tights, pink leather ballet slippers, black tap shoes. A short attached skirt is okay, please no tutus or long skirts, as they can be distracting to the dancer and instructor. Boys- White t-shirt, black sweatpants or shorts, white socks, white or black ballet slippers, black tap shoes.

• Ballet:

  Girls – Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers. Hair must be in a bun. Short hair must be held off face with a hair band. (Fitted black shorts or short black skirt allowed. No baggy shirts or sweaters.) Boys- White t-shirt, black tights, white socks, white or black ballet slippers. Adults- Appropriate dance attire.

• Jazz:

  Girls – Black leotard, black tights (fitted black jazz pants, capris or shorts allowed) black split-sole jazz shoes. Boys- Solid color t-shirt, black sweatpants or dance pants, black split-sole jazz shoes. Adults- Appropriate dance attire.

• Tap:

  Loose, comfortable clothing, black low-heeled tap shoes.

• Hip Hop:

  Loose comfortable clothing (no tight jeans or non-stretchy pants, please.) Jazz sneakers or clean sneakers worn only in class are also required.

• Modern:

  Same as jazz requirements but leotard may be of any solid color. No shoes required.