« Female dancers in all age level ballet/jazz classes (Pre1 through Adv2) must have pink ballet shoes.
« Male dancers in all age level ballet/jazz classes (Pre1 through Adv2) must have black ballet shoes.
« The modern technique class will usually go barefoot. "Foot undeez" lyrical shoes are optional.
« The hip hop classes will wear tennis shoes.
« The tap classes will wear black tap shoes (any style).
« Any other dance shoe is optional (jazz, lyrical, etc.).
Required Clothes:
« Ballet/Jazz & Modern Class: Dancers age 3-7 usually wear a leotard, tights and sheer dance skirt to class (any color) - lightweight, fitted leggings (sometimes called "yoga" pants) are also acceptable.
« Ballet/Jazz & Modern Class: Dancers age 8 and up usually wear black jazz pants or leggings with a leotard or fitted shirt to class.
« Male dancers in all age level ballet/jazz classes (Pre1 through Adv2) must have black ballet shoes.
« The modern technique class will usually go barefoot. "Foot undeez" lyrical shoes are optional.
« The hip hop classes will wear tennis shoes.
« The tap classes will wear black tap shoes (any style).
« Any other dance shoe is optional (jazz, lyrical, etc.).
Required Clothes:
« Ballet/Jazz & Modern Class: Dancers age 3-7 usually wear a leotard, tights and sheer dance skirt to class (any color) - lightweight, fitted leggings (sometimes called "yoga" pants) are also acceptable.
« Ballet/Jazz & Modern Class: Dancers age 8 and up usually wear black jazz pants or leggings with a leotard or fitted shirt to class.
« Hip-Hop Class: Clothing can be a bit looser for this class because of the style and nature of this genre of dance. Leotard, tights and dance skirt are not appropriate for this style of dancing. Tennis shoes may be worn.
« Tap Class: Any dance clothing as stated above or below as well as tap shoes (please have shoes for class within the 1st month).
« Tumbling Class: Girls can wear a leotard and leggings or a fitted tee (tucked in) and leggings. Boys should wear slightly fitted sweats, bball shorts or leggings and a tshirt. NO jeans! All tumblers will participate barefoot.
« Pre-Pointe Ballet Technique Class: Black leotard* and pink tights with soft pink ballet shoes. No skirts. Hair in tight bun. Pointe shoes upon invitation only. *The PP3 can wear other colors of leotards.
« Tap Class: Any dance clothing as stated above or below as well as tap shoes (please have shoes for class within the 1st month).
« Tumbling Class: Girls can wear a leotard and leggings or a fitted tee (tucked in) and leggings. Boys should wear slightly fitted sweats, bball shorts or leggings and a tshirt. NO jeans! All tumblers will participate barefoot.
« Pre-Pointe Ballet Technique Class: Black leotard* and pink tights with soft pink ballet shoes. No skirts. Hair in tight bun. Pointe shoes upon invitation only. *The PP3 can wear other colors of leotards.
Appropriate attire:
« Leotards (any color).
« Tights (any color).
« Jazz pants (stretch pants that are fitted through the thigh and flare slightly at or below the knee).
« Form fitting*, thin material sweat pants (meaning: pants don’t technically have to be “jazz pants” but they need to fitted enough for the teacher and the dancer to be able to see how their body is moving).
« Leggings (pants that are fitted on all the leg).
« Form fitting tank tops (with appropriate sports bra underneath).
« Form fitting tiny tees (long sleeve okay if sleeves are at least semi-fitted).
« Dance skirts (sheer or opaque material) around knee length or shorter.
« Clothing purchased at a dance clothing store specifically labeled and intended for dance class that is form fitting and does not restrict movement.
« Dance shoes (must be worn for each dance class, see above for requirements). Please have laces tied in knots and (when possible) tucked inside the dance shoes (we don't have time to tie everyone's shoes in class!).
(*Form fitting is defined as clothing that sits against the skin and shows the shape of the body. It is clothing appropriate for dance class and many would say it is a little too tight for everyday wear.)
« Leotards (any color).
« Tights (any color).
« Jazz pants (stretch pants that are fitted through the thigh and flare slightly at or below the knee).
« Form fitting*, thin material sweat pants (meaning: pants don’t technically have to be “jazz pants” but they need to fitted enough for the teacher and the dancer to be able to see how their body is moving).
« Leggings (pants that are fitted on all the leg).
« Form fitting tank tops (with appropriate sports bra underneath).
« Form fitting tiny tees (long sleeve okay if sleeves are at least semi-fitted).
« Dance skirts (sheer or opaque material) around knee length or shorter.
« Clothing purchased at a dance clothing store specifically labeled and intended for dance class that is form fitting and does not restrict movement.
« Dance shoes (must be worn for each dance class, see above for requirements). Please have laces tied in knots and (when possible) tucked inside the dance shoes (we don't have time to tie everyone's shoes in class!).
(*Form fitting is defined as clothing that sits against the skin and shows the shape of the body. It is clothing appropriate for dance class and many would say it is a little too tight for everyday wear.)
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~~These pictures are for you to get a good idea of the items listed above. Similar items are appropriate.~~
Leotard Options (any color):
Dance Skirt and Jazz Pants/Leggings (any color):
Pink Ballet Shoes (black for males):
Leather and Cloth
Inappropriate clothing:
« No street clothes (no jeans or pants worn outside dance class).
« No loose fitting clothing at all – top or bottom (except for hip hop classes).
« No sweatshirts or jackets with hoods (heavier clothing can be worn until the dancer warms up during stretching).
« No loose fitting sweats (except for hip hop classes).
« No pants long enough to step on – pants need to be short enough not to interfere with footwork or be a tripping factor.
« No jewelry or other accessories.
Class Conduct:
« No gum.
« No food in the studio. Please eat outside. Water bottles welcome.
« No cell phones (If we see it, we will take and keep it till the end of class and contact parents.).
« No iPods - dancers can bring their iPods with 2-3 songs ready for warm-up music but after warm-up they need to be put away till after class (If we see it, we will take and keep it till the end of class and contact parents.).
« Be on time.
« Come dressed appropriately.
« Wear shoes each time you are in dance class.
« Have hair in pony tail or out of the face and secure.
« Be ready to dance.
« Keep talking to a minimum.
« No reckless behavior (!).
Leather and Cloth
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« No street clothes (no jeans or pants worn outside dance class).
« No loose fitting clothing at all – top or bottom (except for hip hop classes).
« No sweatshirts or jackets with hoods (heavier clothing can be worn until the dancer warms up during stretching).
« No loose fitting sweats (except for hip hop classes).
« No pants long enough to step on – pants need to be short enough not to interfere with footwork or be a tripping factor.
« No jewelry or other accessories.
Class Conduct:
« No gum.
« No food in the studio. Please eat outside. Water bottles welcome.
« No cell phones (If we see it, we will take and keep it till the end of class and contact parents.).
« No iPods - dancers can bring their iPods with 2-3 songs ready for warm-up music but after warm-up they need to be put away till after class (If we see it, we will take and keep it till the end of class and contact parents.).
« Be on time.
« Come dressed appropriately.
« Wear shoes each time you are in dance class.
« Have hair in pony tail or out of the face and secure.
« Be ready to dance.
« Keep talking to a minimum.
« No reckless behavior (!).
« No screaming.