Dress Code 2023-2024
Please carefully read the dress code below. There will be a grace period during the month of September, however starting October 1st a dancer will be asked to change or leave class if they are not dressed appropriately.
SHOE DESCRIPTIONS
BALLET SHOES
Full or split sole ballet shoe in pink for girls and black for boys
TAP SHOES
Black tap shoe (lace up or buckle style)
JAZZ SHOES
Nude/caramel color jazz shoe, except Musical Theater will need black jazz shoes. NOTE: after January, teachers may require black jazz shoes for the recital depending on the costume
HIP HOP SHOES
Clean, non-marking tennis shoes that are only worn inside (please do not wear them outside and then into the studio). NOTE: after January, teachers may require a certain style or color tennis shoe
LYRICAL, CONTEMPORARY & MODERN SHOES
Nude half shoe (leather or canvas)
ALL COMBO CLASSES
See "Shoes Descriptions" for more information.
BEGINNING COMBO
Any color leotard, tights, or athletic/dance clothing. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Ballet AND jazz shoes.
INTERMEDIATE COMBO
Any color leotard, tights, or athletic/dance clothing. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Ballet AND jazz shoes.
ADVANCED COMBO
Any color leotard, tights, or athletic/dance clothing. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Ballet AND jazz shoes.
CREATIVE MOVEMENT
Any color leotard, tights, or athletic/dance clothing. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Ballet shoes.
FANCY FEET
Any color leotard, tights, or athletic/dance clothing. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Ballet AND tap shoes.
PRINCESS COURT
Any color leotard, tights, or athletic/dance clothing. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Jazz shoes.
SATURDAY STARS
Any color leotard, tights, or athletic/dance clothing. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Ballet shoes.
TIPTOES
Any color leotard, tights, or athletic/dance clothing. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Ballet AND tap shoes.
TUTUS
Any color leotard, tights, or athletic/dance clothing. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Ballet AND tap shoes.
BALLET/POINTE
See "Shoes Descriptions" for more information.
BALLET LEVELS 1-6
Black leotard and pink tights for girls. Hair must be in a ballet bun with all strands away from face and off of the neck. Black pants and a white, plain t-shirt for boys. Ballet shoes.
BALLET/CONTEMPORARY LEVEL 1
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire, OR black leotard and pink tights. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Half shoes OR ballet shoes. NOTE: after January, teacher will decide which shoes to wear for the recital.
BALLET/CONTEMPORARY LEVEL 2
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Half shoes.
PRE-POINTE
Black leotard and pink tights. Hair must be in a ballet bun with all strands away from face and off of the neck. Ballet shoes - Pointe shoes ONLY after approved by the teacher.
POINTE LEVELS 1-5+
Black leotard and pink tights. Hair must be in a ballet bun with all strands away from face and off of the neck. Pointe shoes.
ALL OTHER CLASSES
See "Shoes Descriptions" for more information.
ACRO
Any dance attire that is fitted. No loose tank tops, shirts, or sweatpants. Leotards, spandex shorts, leggings, crop tops are good options. Hair must be pulled away from the face and neck. No jewelry or smart watches. Bare feet - no socks.
B-BOYS
Non-restrictive athletic/dance clothing. Hair pulled off of face if needed. Non-marking tennis shoes (not worn outside).
BALLET/CONTEMPORARY LEVEL 1
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire, OR black leotard and pink tights. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Half shoes OR ballet shoes. NOTE: after January, teacher will decide which shoes to wear for the recital.
BALLET/CONTEMPORARY LEVEL 2
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Half shoes.
CONTEMPORARY LEVELS 1-6
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Half shoes.
HIP HOP LEVELS 1-5
Non-restrictive athletic/dance clothing. Hair pulled off of face if needed. Non-marking tennis shoes (not worn outside).
JAZZ LEVELS 1-5
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Jazz shoes.
LEAPS, JUMPS, TURNS LEVELS 2-6
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Half shoes.
LYRICAL LEVELS 1-6
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Half shoes.
MODERN
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Half shoes or barefeet.
MUSICAL THEATER
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Black jazz shoes.
POM
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Jazz shoes.
TAP
Any color leotard, tights, or other fitted dance attire. Hair pulled off of face and neck. Tap shoes.