Attire & Shoes - Dress Code

We Believe in Freedom of Expression

We do not have any type of color code requirements for class attire and prefer to allow our students to dress in a way that helps them feel like their most confident self within reason.

Dance attire is still required though variations can be made for different genre classes. Typical a dance leotard, two piece set and tights are expected for most genres.

In the past we have required certain styles and colors of shoes but have been lenient and flexible with alternatives. Starting in 2026 we will be more strict with all dance participants to acquire the requested shoes for class, pictures and performances.

Ballet Attire

  • Leotards & Dance Sets

    Ballet requires either a leotard or a two piece dance set. Thee can include built in skirts or shorts and can be either simple or brightly colored and patterned. Designs must be appropriate and not include inappropriate text or imagery, political representation or sensitive material.

  • Tights

    Tights are a must for class! Color does not matter for class nor does style (full foot, convertible, stirrup or ankle cut off) as long as they are designed specially for dance. Casual dressing stockings that are made of thick material do not count as they can stretch the shoes.

  • Shoes

    Students must wear canvas, not leather, ballet slippers. Brands may vary as long as they come in light pink not bright pink. Split sole or full sole are both welcome. Examples of brands are, but not limited to, Bloch, Capezio, Sansha, Revolution, Weissman, or other brands.

  • Hair

    Hair must be up and out of the face. Buns, low or high ponytails, braids, ect are welcome as long as no stragglers pieces of hair are falling in the face. Down or half up half down styles are not accepted for ballet.

Tap Attire

  • Leotards & Dance Sets

    Tap requires either a leotard or a two piece dance set. These can include built in skirts or shorts or separated skirts, shorts, or athletic leggings and can be either simple or brightly colored and patterned. Designs must be appropriate and not include inappropriate text or imagery, political representation or sensitive material.

  • Tights

    Tights are a must for class! Color does not matter for class nor does style (full foot, convertible, stirrup or ankle cut off) as long as they are designed specially for dance. Casual dressing stockings that are made of thick material do not count as they can stretch the shoes.

  • Shoes

    For moonbeams, Lunas, Fireflies and Sparks black, matte, lace up tap shoes in either full sole or split sole are required. Brands may vary.

    Wisp tappers require Black, matte (not shiny) buckle, “Merry Jane” tap shoes by Bloch.

  • Hair

    Hair must be up and out of the face. Buns, low or high ponytails, braids, ect are welcome as long as no stragglers pieces of hair are falling in the face. Down or half up half down styles are not accepted.