Like any other sport, there is a “uniform” for dancing.  Wearing the correct attire enables teachers to better correct body alignment, reinforce proper technique and catch mistakes more quickly.

General Dress Code

          Leotards are required for all classes.             

Tights, skirts and leg warmers are optional.  Dance shorts or jazz pants may also be worn over the leotard.  Any color leather ballet shoes and black tap shoes are required for all children's combination classes.  Long hair should be pulled off the face with a soft hair accessory. 

*Please remember that we require black leather ballet shoes for the recital*



Dancewear and shoes are available for purchase at both our Peoria & Washington locations throughout the year.

 

For all pre-teen/teen dancers, we require:

1. Tights - These are a MUST!  It does not matter what kind (footed, footless, convertible or cut-off) as long as you have them on.
2. Leotard - Any kind of leotard is acceptable.  You may wear a very tight tank top or cami over your leotard if you wish. (Jr and Sr Company must wear black leotards to class)
3. Spandex shorts or jazz pants (“Soffe” shorts may be worn occasionally).
4. Leotards, tights and ballet skirts - Required for all ballet technique and pointe classes.  No spandex shorts or tank tops allowed.
5. Hair must be pulled off the face with a SOFT hair accessory and “bangs” must be bobby pinned out of the way - BEFORE CLASS STARTS.
6. Other dancing accessories (leg warmers, dance sweaters, skirts, etc.) are optional.
7. Not Acceptable - T-shirts, baggy tops, jeans, sweats, or baggy shorts.