Studio Info

Dress Code

Studio Policy

Why Dress Code Matters

Dress code is an essential part of every dance class. Proper dance attire not only supports safe and effective movement, but also allows instructors to clearly see body alignment and technique. It also promotes unity among dancers and demonstrates respect for the art of dance.

General Guidelines for All Classes

  • All dancers must keep their hair secured and away from the face.
  • Street clothes are not permitted in class, with the exception of hip hop, tap and adult classes.
  • Jewelry should not be worn during class.
  • Dancers are encouraged to wear an appropriate cover-up when traveling to and from class.
  • Please label all shoes and bags with the dancer’s name.

By Class

What to Wear

Ages 2½ – 3½

Creative Movement

Any style leotard or leotard dress with tights or socks. A ballet skirt is acceptable but not required. Pink ballet shoes.

Ages 3 – 6

Ballet / Tap Combination I & II

Any style leotard or leotard dress with tights. Pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes.

Ages 6 – 8

Ballet / Jazz / Tap Combination III & IV

Any style leotard or leotard dress with tights. Pink ballet shoes and black or tan jazz shoes. Tap shoes are needed if enrolled in the 1.5 hour class option.

Ages 8 and up

Ballet I – V

Any style leotard and tights. A ballet skirt is acceptable, but no shorts or leggings are allowed. Pink ballet shoes.

Ages 8 and up

Jazz I – V

Any style leotard, or fitted crop top with high-waisted leggings. No bra tops. Black or tan jazz shoes.

Ages 8 and up

Lyrical / Contemporary I – V

Any style leotard, or fitted crop top with high-waisted leggings. No bra tops. Barefoot or socks are most often preferred; jazz shoes are sometimes needed. Please ask your teacher about their preference.

Ages 8 and up

Tap I – V

Any style dance or active wear. Black oxford tap shoes with a strong toe box are preferred.

All Levels

Hip Hop I – V

Any comfortable active wear with sneakers.

Combo & Technique Classes

Boys

White t-shirt or tank with black fitted dance pants or shorts. Black ballet shoes and black tap shoes.

Little Ones & Grown-Ups

Boogie Babies & Adult Classes

Clothes that are comfortable and easy to move in.

Not sure what your dancer needs? Give the studio a call or send us a message — we’re glad to walk you through exactly what to pick up before the first class.