Dance Unlimited
Dress Code Policy
DANCE UNLIMITED STUDIO DRESS REQUIREMENTS
Note on shoe requirements: The shoes noted are the shoes required for Recital. You do not need to purchase new shoes for class just to match a color or style requirement unless required for Recital at the end of the year.
For instance, if the required shoe for your jazz class is a tan slip-on and you already have a black pair that still fit -- it's fine to use those for class until it's time for you to purchase a new size or required for Recital. 
All students are required to wear appropriate dance attire. Close-fitting clothing permits instructor to see problems and make corrections. Hair must be tied back away from face (we suggest a ponytail or bun for long hair, dancers with shorter hair should pin back sides away from face). No bracelets, dangling earrings, necklaces, or watches. Students who do not follow the dress code requirements will not be permitted to take class. Instructor decision is final.
EARLY YEARS CLASSES
Female Dress Options: Solid color leotard (any style), pink footed tights. No attached skirts, leotards with designs or costumes.
BOYS - black jazz pants or jazz shorts, white or black fitted t-shirt, white socks.
We suggest dancers bring a small dance bag into the dance studio, so tap/ballet shoes can be stored out of the way and aren’t misplaced when changing from style to style. An inexpensive small bag is available at the studio.
Shoes:
TINY TOTS Pink leather ballet shoes
Pink leather ballet shoesPRE-KINDER Pink leather ballet shoes and black tap shoes (tyette style).
Pink leather ballet shoes and black tap shoes (tyette style). K-DANZ & PRIMARY Pink leather shoes and black tap shoes (tyette style).
Pink leather shoes and black tap shoes (tyette style). BOYS Black ballet shoes (plus black tap oxford for Pre-Kinder, K-Danz, and Primary students).
Black ballet shoes (plus black tap oxford for Pre-Kinder, K-Danz, and Primary students). OTHER YOUTH CLASSES
Female Dress Options: Choice of either a leotard & tights OR leotard & jazz pants, fitted jazz shorts, or capris. Outdoor sportswear such as gym shorts, sweatpants, or t-shirts are not permitted. In the winter months ballet sweaters and/or knit shorts will be allowed on chilly days. Hip Hop students please dress for fun. You may include reasonable street wear as an option. No hats or jeans, please.
BOYS - black jazz pants or jazz shorts, white or black fitted t-shirt, white socks.
We suggest dancers bring a small dance bag into the dance studio, so tap/ballet shoes can be stored out of the way and aren’t misplaced when changing from style to style. An inexpensive small bag is available at the studio.
Shoes:
GYMNASTICS Footless or stirrup tights, no shoes required
Footless or stirrup tights, no shoes requiredMINI HOP Black jazz sneakers (Bloch style #SO538 or SoDanca style #DK70)
Black jazz sneakers (Bloch style #SO538 or SoDanca style #DK70) YOUTH HIP HOP Black jazz sneakers (Bloch style #SO538 or SoDanca style #DK70)
Black jazz sneakers (Bloch style #SO538 or SoDanca style #DK70) LYRICAL/MODERN Dance Paws
ELEMENTARY 1 Pink leather ballet shoes, tan buckle tap shoes (Bloch #302), Dance Paws
Pink leather ballet shoes, tan buckle tap shoes (Bloch #302), Dance PawsELEMENTARY 2 Pink leather ballet shoes, tan buckle tap shoes (Bloch #302), Dance Paws
Pink leather ballet shoes, tan buckle tap shoes (Bloch #302), Dance Paws TAP/JAZZ 2A & 3/4A Black tap oxford (Bloch, SoDanca, Capezio) and Dance Paws
Black tap oxford (Bloch, SoDanca, Capezio) and Dance PawsPRE TEEN 1 & 2 Black full sole tap oxford (Bloch, SoDanca, or Capezio) and Dance Paws
Black full sole tap oxford (Bloch, SoDanca, or Capezio) and Dance PawsPRE TEEN JAZZ (Youth Jazz) Dance Paws
HELPFUL HINTS FOR PARENTS OF YOUNG DANCERS
There are numerous brands and price ranges to select from when purchasing shoes. Shoes which fit properly are fundamental to the learning process. We encourage parents to provide dancers with quality dance wear and shoes, so they can benefit fully from their dance classes. Footlights Dance & Theatre Boutique is an excellent source for dance supplies. They are located at 306 East Church Street.
Ballet shoes - we discourage wearing used ballet shoes or purchasing ballet shoes several sizes too large in hopes that they can be worn for several years. Ballet shoes should fit exactly (almost like a pair of socks), so that teachers can see problems and make corrections. There are many excellent brand names available — we suggest a split-sole style.
Tap shoes – Bloch and SoDanca have a good sounding taps and quality brands for younger dancers.
We can't stress enough the importance of having good quality shoes that fit (not too big, not too small). If you're looking for the best place to invest your "dance attire dollars" -- it's in shoes. Good shoes are essential. Healthy, well-cared for feet are important for everyone -- but especially important for a dancer.
BALLET & TECHNIQUE CLASSES
(Junior and Teen)
In the winter months ballet sweaters and/or knit shorts will be allowed on chilly days. No legwarmers or t-shirts.
Shoes: Pink leather (females), black (males)
JR BALLET CLASSES (females)
Junior Ballet 1A Light blue leotard (white stretch belt) and pink convertible tights
Light blue leotard (white stretch belt) and pink convertible tightsJunior Ballet 2A Pink leotard (black stretch belt) and pink convertible tights
Pink leotard (black stretch belt) and pink convertible tightsJunior Ballet 3/4A Raspberry leotard (black stretch belt) and pink convertible tights
Raspberry leotard (black stretch belt) and pink convertible tightsTEEN BALLET CLASSES
Pre-Teen/Teen 1 Black leotard, pink convertible tights
Black leotard, pink convertible tights Teen 2Teal/Turquoise leotard, pink convertible tights
Teal/Turquoise leotard, pink convertible tightsTeen 3 Raspberry leotard and pink convertible tights
Raspberry leotard and pink convertible tightsTeen 4 Purple leotard and pink convertible tights
Purple leotard and pink convertible tights All Pointe Classes Any solid color leotard and pink tights
Any solid color leotard and pink tightsMALE DRESS CODE ALL BALLET CLASSES
Required dress - black stretch leggings, white or black fitted t-shirt, black ballet shoes. Other options per instructor.
TECHNIQUE CLASSES
Junior - black leotard, pink convertible tights, pink ballet shoes or DancePaws, any light color waist elastic. Exercise wear first class of the month.
Advanced - black leotard, pink or black tights, pink ballet shoes or DancePaws. Exercise wear first class of the month.
OTHER OPTIONS/REQUIREMENTS - Ballet sweaters, knit shorts, and fitted leg warmers are permitted during colder months. Bulky clothing such as sweatpants, sweatshirts, or novelty shorts not permitted. Ballet skirts are allowed in all Teen Ballet classes (optional). Students who do not follow the dress code requirements will not be permitted to take class. Instructor decision is final.
Shoes for all ballet classes: Pink leather (females), black (males).
Females – hair in bun for all ballet & technique classes.
JAZZ, TAP, LYRICAL HIP HOP DRESS CODE
FOR TEEN AND ADULT CLASSES
TEEN Dress Options for all classes
Students are expected to wear standard dancewear for class such as leotards, jazz pants, capris, or fitted boy shorts. Cami tops permitted. No bare midriffs, gym shorts, boxer style shorts, or baggy outdoor wear. Hip Hop students please dress for fun. You may include reasonable streetwear as an option. No hats or jeans, please.
ADULT Dress Options
Please dress comfortably for ease of movement. Dance attire is your choice – some adults will wear jazz pants and others will wear sweatpants and a t-shirt.
Shoes:
TAPBlack full sole tap oxford (Bloch, SoDanca)
Black full sole tap oxford (Bloch, SoDanca) JAZZ 1/2 & 2/3 DancePaws
DancePawsJAZZ 3/4 Tan character shoe and Dance Paws
Tan character shoe and Dance Paws HIP HOPDance sneakers (Block style #SO538 or SoDanca #DK70 will be required for Recital)
Dance sneakers (Block style #SO538 or SoDanca #DK70 will be required for Recital) LYRICAL/MODERN DancePaws
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