Dress Code and Attendance Policy
GENERAL DRESS CODE INFORMATION---
HAIR: Hair must be tied back for all classes. If your dancer has short hair, please pin it back or use a headband to keep the hair away from the dancer's face.
NO JEWELRY: Remember loose or dangling jewelry is a safety hazard and distraction for dancers. Jeans, jean shorts, play clothes, or school clothes are not suitable dance attire.
TIGHTS are required in all classes. (footed or convertible---NO FOOTLESS)
Ballet and Tap
3 yr olds- 12 yr olds:
*INCLUDES CREATIVE MOVEMENTS
• Leotard, Tutu Dress (black leotard preferred; dance and tutu skirts are optional)
•Ballet Pink tights (footed or convertible---NO FOOTLESS)
Stretch-Fit pink ballet slippers (with drawstring and elastic band)
Capezio black "Ribbon Tie Tap Shoes" or "Mary Jane Buckle Strap" or "Velcro Strap"
Ballet and Tap
Intermediate and Advanced Level:
•any style/color supportive leotard
•may wear dance skirts, athletic shorts/skirts, or leggings are allowed; NO BAGGY pants or anything that covers the lower legs, ankles, and feet
•may wear a nude performance leotard/dance bra/sports bra if needed
•Ballet Pink or Tan tights (footed or convertible)
Bloch or Capezio canvas pink ballet slippers (MUST have a drawstring, not just elastic, *split-sole acceptable)
Capezio or Bloch lace-up or slip-on black tap shoes (split-sole required)
Jazz and Hip Hop
(all levels):
•any style/color supportive leotard; form-fitting tank tops and/or crop tops are allowed
•long black jazz pants, athletic shorts/skirts, or leggings are allowed
•black lace-up or slip-on jazz shoes (split-sole recommended for Intermediate and Advanced dancers); NO HARD SOLE shoes or dance boots allowed
Contemporary
(all levels):
•any style/color supportive leotard; sports bra tops, form-fitting tank tops, and/or crop tops are allowed
•Ballet shoes preferred (as described to the left)
*footUndeez/socks/bare feet are optional (teacher approval required)*
ATTENDANCE POLICY INFORMATION---
If your dancer is absent from 2 consecutive weeks of classes and/or 3 total weeks of classes, you will receive an e-mail reminder of our attendance policy. If your dancer misses 5 total weeks of classes, you will receive an e-mail notice to schedule a meeting. If more than 5 classes are missed, the chairperson and teachers reserve the right to determine whether your child will be able to participate in the recital. A refund will not be issued if your child is removed from the program due to attendance issues. Students who miss mandatory stage and dress rehearsals (without prior approval) will not be permitted to perform in the recital.