DRESS CODE

Proper dance attire helps instructors safely observe alignment and technique while creating a professional learning environment. Please label all dancewear and shoes with your dancer's name.

General Studio Guidelines

Applies to all classes unless otherwise noted.

  • Hair must be secured away from the face. Some classes require hair in a bun.

  • No denim or clothing with zippers.

  • No large, loose, or dangling jewelry.

  • No street shoes in the studios.

  • Dance shoes should never be worn outdoors.

  • We proudly offer adaptive dress code accommodations. Please contact us if your dancer has sensory or accessibility needs.

SUMMER DANCE CODE: GENERAL

  • Dancers are required to keep their hair off of their face.

    Dancers are not permitted to wear denim, clothing with zippers, dresses (unless fitted shorts or a leotard are worn underneath) street shoes, or jewelry. 

    Fitted t-shirts, leggings, leotards, tights are acceptable. 

    Dance shoes are preferred, but socks are acceptable if necessary. We also have assorted dance shoes available in our "borrow bin"

  • Female-identifying dancers

    • DMA logo skirted leotard

    • Matching tights and ballet shoes

      • Skin-tone tights with matching ballet shoes or

      • Pink tights with pink ballet shoes

    Male-identifying dancers

    • Black or navy dance pants, athletic pants, or sweatpants

    • White or light-colored solid T-shirt

  • Hair

    • Long hair must be secured in a ballet bun.

    • Hair must always be away from the face.

    Female-identifying dancers

    • Camisole leotard (see color chart below)

    • Footed or convertible tights

    • Ballet slippers that match the tights (skin tone or pink)

    • Optional ballet skirt in matching leotard color or black

    Male-identifying dancers

    • Solid gray unitard

    • Black ballet slippers

    • Black socks

    Pointe

    For performances only:

    • Convertible tights

    • Pointe shoes matching the dancer's tights

    Painting pointe shoes is not required for class or rehearsal.

    SEE GRAPHIC BELOW FOR BALLET LEOTARD COLORS

    • Any color leotard

    • Form-fitting shorts

    • Stirrup or convertible tights

    • Barefoot

    • Hair in a ponytail

    • Any color leotard

    • Form-fitting shorts

    • No tights

    • Barefoot

    • Hair in a ponytail

    • Comfortable top

    • Loose or fitted pants that cover the knees

    • No denim

    • No midriff tops

    • Hair secured away from the face

    Shoes

    All dancers must wear white high-top sneakers dedicated for dance only.

    Street shoes are not permitted in the studios.

    SEE GRAPHIC BELOW FOR SHOE EXAMPLES

FALL/SPRING DANCE CODE: BY CLASS

  • Attire

    • Any color leotard

    • Form-fitting shorts

    • Matching tights with shorts

    • OR solid black leggings (no tights required)

    • Hair in a ponytail or bun

    Fundamentals & Intermediate

    • Slip-on jazz shoes

    • Footed or convertible tights

    Prelude & Advanced

    • Canvas half shoes

    • Stirrup or convertible tights

  • Attire

    • Any color leotard

    • Form-fitting shorts

    • Matching tights with shorts

    • OR solid black leggings (no tights required)

    • Hair in a ponytail or bun

    Shoes

    • Canvas half shoes

    • Stirrup or convertible tights

    • Black tap shoes

    • Matching skin-tone tights

  • Broadway Bound A & B

    • Slip-on jazz shoes

    • Footed or convertible tights

    Broadway Bound C

    SEE GRAPHIC BELOW FOR SHOE IMAGES

  • Rehearsal Attire

    • Black camisole leotard

    • Black dance shorts

    • Hair in a ponytail

    • No tights

    • Canvas half shoes

    • Practice poms (from previous seasons)

BALLET LEOTARD COLORS

Broadway Bound C must have brand specific shoe

Broadway Bound C Shoes