Have a “Designated DANCE BAG”. Proper shoes for each dance style is a MUST each week.
Come to class appropriately dressedfor each dance style. This includes shoes, hair, and clothing.
No black soled shoes on the dance floor.
Do not wear Street shoes for hip hop. Have a designated hip hop "only" shoe.
Do not wear ballet, jazz, or hip hop shoes outside.
Wear high waisted spandex shorts or legging pants when pairing with a crop top
Wear spandex shorts under loose/baggy shorts.
Wear sports bra and/or a tank top under loose fitted tops.
No JEANS
No shorts that show bum cheeks. Bum is to be fully covered including when bent over.
No bra straps NOR any part of a bra showing
No tops that show belly button or cleavage, including low "V" cut tops.
Hair is to be in a Ponytail (Jazz/Hip Hop Classes) or Bun (Ballet Classes) at all times. Short hair should be pulled back on the sides.
NO BOOTS, CLOGS, SANDALS, CROCS, ETC. Shoes must be appropriate for the dance class.
Purschase with confidence the correct Shoes, Tights, Leotards, bags, pointe supplies etc,
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JAZZ CLASSES
TOP: Fitted shirt, tank top, leotard, or past recital t-shirts . Chest and belly button are covered, loose fitted shirts must have a fitted tank top or sports bra under neath.
BOTTOMS: BLACK legging pants or spandex shorts. No baggy or oversized bottoms. Keep pant length at or above ankle to avoid tripping.
Wear high waisted spandex shorts or legging pants when pairing with a crop top
No Booty shorts. NO undergarments showing when sitting or when legs are open in a straddle for stretching. Loose shorts must have spandex shorts under them or built in.
SHOES: Tan jazz shoes for boys and girls. Please Note: depending on the costume, black jazz shoes may also be needed. Lyrical shoes (half soles) for contemporary and company classes. Hair must be in a ponytail at all times.
HIP HOP CLASSES
TOP: Fitted shirt, tank top, or past recital t-shirts.
BOTTOMS: BLACK joggers, sweat pants, leggings or spandex shorts. No oversized bottoms.
Wear high waisted spandex shorts or legging pants when pairing with a crop top
No Booty shorts. NO undergarments showing when sitting or when legs are open in a straddle for stretching. Loose shorts must have leggings under them or built in.
SHOES (BOYS and GIRLS): All White High Top Tennis shoe that have a smooth bottom or less grip. Example: converse or vans type shoes.
Do not wear Street shoes for hip hop. Have a designated hip hop "only" shoe.
No tennis/gym shoes with grip.
No black soled shoes.
Hair is to be in a ponytail at all times.
BALLET CLASSES
Tights: "Ballet Pink" Tights. Ballet level 3/4 and 5 (pointe) with seam in the back. No candy pink colored tights.
Shoes: Ballet pink, skin, or light pink in color. No candy pink colored ballet shoes.
Leotard color: See the link below to buy the correct color of leotard. Creative Ballet (Pink Leotard w/ or without attached skirt) 3-4 yrs Primary Ballet (Lavendar Leotard, no skirt) 5-8; 9+ yrs
Dancers are to be assigned a level by an instructor. Please make sure you know your level before purchasing a color. Ballet 1 (Light Blue Leotard, no skirt ) 7-9, 10+ Ballet 2 (Navy Blue Leotard, no skirt) 8+ yrs Ballet 3 /4 (Maroon Leotard, no skirt) 11yrs+ Ballet 5-POINTE (Black Leotard, no skirt) -Invitation only
Special Note: Progression in ballet skills take time. Expect your dancer to spend 2 - 3 yrs per Level to gain the necessary skill and muscle development before moving on.
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