Dress Code (Also viewable on our website. Link: https://www.excelerationstudios.com/dresscode)
HAIR
BALLET CLASSES: Hair must have a tight & secure bun. If hair is too short to be in a bun, it must be pulled or pinned back - away from face. Any loose hair should be pinned or sprayed back. This means no loose hair or curtain bangs, use pins or clips to keep hair off of face.
ALL OTHER CLASSES: Hair must be securely pulled back in a ponytail for every class. If hair is too short to be in a ponytail, pull or pin back - away from face. Any loose hair should be pinned or sprayed back. This means no loose hair or curtain bangs, use pins or clips to keep hair off of face.
JEWELRY
No watches, smartwatches, necklaces, bracelets, rings or earrings (other than studs). Any facial jewelry other than studs need to be removed for classes.
A note about undergarments: Feminine dancewear such as leotards and tights are designed to be worn without undergarments, however there are nude dance bras with clear straps and nude dance no show undergarments in the event that they are needed. Masculine dancewear should be worn with dance belts or fitted undergarments.
Dancers must be in dancewear see details below.
EXCEL KIDS CLASSES
TINY TOTS 2-3 years
DANCE
Feminine
Ballet dress w. skirt or tutu attached
Pink full sole leather ballet shoes (pale nude pink not theatrical pink)
(Tights are optional)
Masculine
White or black t-shirt, black tights or shorts
Black ballet shoes
MINI MOVERS 3-4 years
BALLET/TAP
Feminine
Ballet dress w. skirt or tutu attached
Pink full sole leather ballet shoes (pale nude pink not theatrical pink)
Black mary-jane style tap shoes
(Tights are optional)
Masculine
White or black t-shirt, black tights or shorts
Black ballet shoes/Tap: Black tap shoes
HIP HOP
All
Any comfortable clothing they can easily dance in (No tutus or jeans)
Clean black/white sneakers
MOTION MAKERS 4-5 years
BALLET/TAP
Feminine
Ballet dress w. skirt or tutu attached
Pink full sole leather ballet shoes (pale nude pink not theatrical pink)
Black mary-jane style tap shoes
(Tights are optional)
Masculine
White or black t-shirt, black tights or shorts
Black ballet shoes/Tap: Black tap shoes
HIP HOP
All
Any comfortable clothing they can easily dance in (No tutus or jeans)
Clean black/white sneakers
EXCELERATORS 5-6 years
BALLET
Feminine
Any solid colored leotard or ballet dress w. skirt attached (No tutus or separate skirts)
Pink full-sole leather ballet shoes (pale nude pink not theatrical pink)
Pink tights
Masculine
White or black t-shirt, black tights or shorts
Black ballet shoes
JAZZ
Feminine
Any solid colored leotard or ballet dress w. skirt attached
Dance shorts/ leggings allowed (No tutus, separate skirts, jeans, or loose clothing)
Black slip on jazz shoes
Masculine
White or black t-shirt, black tights or shorts
Black jazz shoes
HIP HOP
All
Any comfortable clothing they can easily dance in (No tutus or jeans)
Clean black/white sneakers
TAP
Feminine
Any comfortable clothing or dance clothes (No tutus or jeans)
Black mary-jane style tap shoes
Masculine
White or black t-shirt, black tights or shorts
Black tap shoes
CLASSES FOR AGES 7+
ACRO
All 9-18 years
Any solid colored leotard, dance shorts, or leggings
(No tutus, skirts, jeans or loose clothing)
Barefoot
BALLET
FOUNDATIONAL
Feminine
LEVELS 1, 2 7-10 years
Any solid colored leotard
Pink full sole leather ballet shoes (pale nude pink not theatrical pink)
Pink ballet tights under the leotard or black ballet tights over the leotard
Skirts are allowed (No shorts, leggings, or tutus)
LEVELS 3, 4 & HS 11-18 years
Any ballet leotard
Any pink ballet shoes (pale nude pink not theatrical pink)
Pink ballet tights under the leotard or black ballet tights over the leotard
Skirts are allowed (No shorts, leggings, or tutus)
DEVELOPMENTAL & PROGRESSIVE
Feminine
LEVELS 1, 2 7-10 years
Any solid colored leotard
Pink ballet tights under the leotard or black ballet tights over the leotard
Skirts are allowed (No shorts, leggings, or tutus)
Feminine
So Danca "Bliss" Canvas Split-Sole ballet Shoes
Color: Pink (Style No: SD16) or
Capezio Hanami Canvas Ballet Shoes
Color: Light Pink (unless otherwise instructed) (Style No. 2037W)
Masculine
So Danca "Bliss" Canvas Split-Sole ballet Shoes
Color: Black (Style No: SD16)
LEVELS 3, 4 & POINTE* 11-18 years
Any ballet leotard
Pink ballet tights under the leotard or black ballet tights over the leotard
Skirts are allowed (No shorts, leggings, or tutus)
Feminine
So Danca "Bliss" Canvas Split-Sole ballet Shoes
Color: Pink (Style No: SD16) or
Capezio Hanami Canvas Ballet Shoes
Color: Light Pink (unless otherwise instructed) (Style No. 2037W)
*Pointe class requires pointe shoes - do not purchase until instructed
Masculine
So Danca "Bliss" Canvas Split-Sole ballet Shoes
Color: Black (Style No: SD16)
Masculine
ALL LEVELS
White or black t-shirt, black tights or shorts
Black ballet shoes
CONTEMPORARY
FOUNDATIONAL & DEVELOPMENTAL
Feminine
LEVELS 1, 2, 3, 4 & HS 7-18 years
Any solid colored leotard, crop top, dance shorts, leggings (No tutus, jeans or loose clothing)
Capezio Life Knit (dance socks) required - teacher will instruct on color
PROGRESSIVE
Feminine
LEVELS 1, 2 7-10 years
Any solid colored leotard, crop top, dance shorts, leggings (No tutus, jeans or loose clothing)
Capezio Life Knit (dance socks) required - teacher will instruct on color
LEVELS 3, 4 11-18 years
Any solid colored leotard or crop top, dance shorts, leggings (No tutus, jeans or sweatshirts)
Tank tops, sweatpants, t-shirts allowed (Prepared to remove baggy clothes if asked)
Capezio Life Knit (dance socks) required - teacher will instruct on color
Masculine
ALL LEVELS
T-shirt, shorts or dance pants
Capezio Life Knit (dance socks) - teacher will instruct on color
HIP HOP
ALL LEVELS 7-18+ years
Any comfortable dance clothing they can easily dance in (No tutus or jeans)
Clean Black and white sneakers with non-marking soles (no large logos) unless otherwise instructed
JAZZ
Feminine
ALL LEVELS 7-18+ years
Any leotard, crop top, dance shorts, leggings (No socks, tutus, jeans, or loose clothing)
Black or Tan slip on jazz shoes unless teacher specifies something else - do not purchase heels unless instructed
Masculine
ALL LEVELS
Any t-shirt, any shorts, or dance pants
Black jazz shoes
STRETCH & TECHNIQUE
ALL LEVELS 7-18+ years
Any leotard, crop top, dance shorts, leggings
Jazz shoes
(No socks, tutus, jeans, or loose clothing)
Please note Team Stretch & Technique classes must follow team dress code (see Guidebook)
TAP
ALL LEVELS 7-18+ years
Any comfortable dance clothing (No tutus or jeans)
See Shoes below (based on class)
Foundational Tap - All ages
All: Any Black lace up Tap shoes
Progressive Tap 3 / Progressive Tap 4
Feminine - You can choose from the list below:
S0313L - Bloch Ladies Jason Samuels Smith Tap Shoes (All Black)
S0361L - Bloch Ladies Respect Tap Shoes (All Black)
S0327L - Bloch Ladies Chloe And Maud Tap Shoes (All Black)
TA851V - So Danca Unisex Professional Tap Shoe (All Black)
Masculine
S0313M - Bloch Men’s Jason Samuels Smith Tap Shoes
TA851V - So Danca Unisex Professional Tap Shoe (All Black)
Progressive Tap 2
Feminine - You can choose from the list below:
S0361L - Bloch Ladies Respect Tap Shoes (All Black)
S0327L - Bloch Ladies Chloe And Maud Tap Shoes (All Black)
Masculine
S0388M - Bloch Men's Tap-Flex Leather Tap Shoes (All Black)
COMPANY CLASSES
A note about undergarments: Feminine dancewear such as leotards and tights are designed to be worn without undergarments, however there are nude dance bras with clear straps and nude dance no show undergarments in the event that they are needed. Masculine dancewear should be worn with dance belts or fitted undergarments.
HAIR
BALLET CLASSES: Hair must have a tight & secure bun. If hair is too short to be in a bun, it must be pulled or pinned back - away from face. Any loose hair should be pinned or sprayed back. This means no loose hair or curtain bangs, use pins or clips to keep hair off of face.
ALL OTHER CLASSES: Hair must be securely pulled back for every class. If hair is too short to be in a ponytail, pull or pin back - away from face. Any loose hair should be pinned or sprayed back. This means no loose hair or curtain bangs, use pins or clips to keep hair off of face.
JEWELRY
No watches, smartwatches, necklaces, bracelets, rings or earrings (other than studs). Any facial jewelry other than studs need to be removed for classes.
Dancers must be in dancewear see details below.
COMPANY CLASSES & REHEARSALS
BALLET
Feminine
Black leotard
Pink ballet tights under the leotard or black ballet tights over the leotard
Skirts are allowed
(No t-shirts, sweatshirts, shorts, leggings, pants, sweatpants or tutus)
Pink split-sole canvas ballet shoes
Masculine
Black t-shirt, black tights or shorts (and dance belt)
Black ballet shoes
REHEARSALS
Feminine
Black leotard or crop top, dance shorts, dance leggings
(No t-shirts, baggy clothing or sweatshirts)
Shoes as required by dance style
Masculine
Black t-shirt, black tights or shorts (and dance belt)
(No baggy clothing or sweatshirts)
Shoes as required by dance style
STRETCH & TECHNIQUE
Feminine
Black leotard or crop top, dance shorts, dance leggings (No baggy clothing or sweatshirts)
Jazz Shoes or other shoes as instructed
Masculine
Black t-shirt, black tights or shorts (and dance belt)
(No baggy clothing or sweatshirts)
Jazz Shoes or other shoes as instructed
COMPANY SHOE REQUIREMENTS
BALLET
Feminine
So Danca "Bliss" Canvas Split-Sole ballet Shoes
Color: Pink (Style No: SD16) or
Capezio Hanami Canvas Ballet Shoes
Color: Light Pink (unless otherwise instructed) (Style No. 2037W)
Masculine
So Danca "Bliss" Canvas Split-Sole ballet Shoes
Color: Black (Style No: SD16)
CONTEMPORARY
Capezio Lifeknit Sox (sold at studio) or
Apollo Dance Socks (sold at studio)
HEELS (Teen/Senior Company - only purchase if instructed)
Bloch "Splitflex 2.5 in. Heel" Character Shoes Color: Tan (Style No: S0390L)
HIP HOP
Clean Black and white sneakers with non-marking soles (no large logos) unless otherwise instructed
JAZZ
Feminine
Bloch "Super Jazz" slip on jazz shoes
Color: Tan (Style No: S0401) (Black may be needed- you will be notified)
Color: Black (can be worn in class) (Weissman brand is sold at studio)
Masculine
ANY split-sole lace up jazz shoe
Color: Black
TAP
Progressive Tap 3 / Progressive Tap 4
Feminine - You can choose from the list below:
S0313L - Bloch Ladies Jason Samuels Smith Tap Shoes (All Black)
S0361L - Bloch Ladies Respect Tap Shoes (All Black)
S0327L - Bloch Ladies Chloe And Maud Tap Shoes (All Black)
TA851V - So Danca Unisex Professional Tap Shoe (All Black)
Masculine
S0313M - Bloch Men’s Jason Samuels Smith Tap Shoes
TA851V - So Danca Unisex Professional Tap Shoe (All Black)
Progressive Tap 2
Feminine - You can choose from the list below:
S0361L - Bloch Ladies Respect Tap Shoes (All Black)
S0327L - Bloch Ladies Chloe And Maud Tap Shoes (All Black)
Masculine
S0388M - Bloch Men's Tap-Flex Leather Tap Shoes (All Black)
SPOTLIGHT CLASSES
A note about undergarments: Feminine dancewear such as leotards and tights are designed to be worn without undergarments, however there are nude dance bras with clear straps and nude dance no show undergarments in the event that they are needed. Masculine dancewear should be worn with dance belts or fitted undergarments.
HAIR
ALL CLASSES: Hair must be securely pulled back for every class. If hair is too short to be in a ponytail, pull or pin back - away from face. Any loose hair should be pinned or sprayed back. This means no loose hair or curtain bangs, use pins or clips to keep hair off of face.
JEWELRY
No watches, smartwatches, necklaces, bracelets, rings or earrings (other than studs). Any facial jewelry other than studs need to be removed for classes.
Dancers must be in dancewear see details below.
Spotlight CLASSES & REHEARSALS
Feminine
Black leotard or crop top, dance shorts, dance leggings (No baggy clothing or sweatshirts unless in Hip Hop)
Shoes as required by dance style
Masculine
Black t-shirt, black tights or shorts (and dance belt) (No baggy clothing or sweatshirts unless in Hip Hop)
Shoes as required by dance style
FOR ALL OTHER CLASSES PLEASE FOLLOW CLASS SPECIFIC DRESS CODE
BALLET
Feminine
Leotard
Pink ballet tights under the leotard or black ballet tights over the leotard
Skirts are allowed
(No t-shirts, sweatshirts, shorts, leggings, pants or tutus)
Foundational & Developmental 1, 2: Pink full sole leather shoes
Foundational & Developmental 3, 4: Any pink ballet shoes
Progressive: Pink split-sole canvas ballet shoes
Masculine
Black t-shirt, black tights or shorts (and dance belt)
Black ballet shoes
HIP HOP
Comfortable dancewear clothing (No jeans)
Black and white sneakers with non-marking soles (no large logos) unless otherwise instructed
STRETCH & TECHNIQUE
Feminine
Black leotard or crop top, dance shorts, dance leggings (No t-shirts, baggy clothing, sweatshirts, baggy pants or sweats)
Jazz Shoes or other shoes as instructed
Masculine
Black t-shirt, black tights or shorts (and dance belt) (No t-shirts, baggy clothing, sweatshirts, baggy pants or sweats)
Jazz Shoes or other shoes as instructed required by dance style
SPOTLIGHT SHOE REQUIREMENTS
BALLET
Feminine
Pink split-sole canvas ballet shoes
So Danca "Bliss" Canvas Split-Sole Ballet Shoes
Color: Pink (Style No: SD16) or
Capezio Hanami Canvas Ballet Shoes
Color: Light Pink (unless otherwise instructed) (Style No. 2037W)
Masculine
So Danca "Bliss" Canvas Split-Sole Ballet Shoes
Color: Black (Style No: SD16) or
Capezio Hanami Canvas Ballet Shoes
Color: Black (Style No. 2037W)
CONTEMPORARY
Capezio Lifeknit Sox (sold at studio) or
Apollo Dance Socks (sold at studio)
Teacher will instruct you on which color
HIP HOP
Black and white sneakers with non-marking soles (no large logos) unless otherwise instructed
JAZZ
Feminine
Bloch "Super Jazz" Slip On Jazz Shoes
Color: Tan (Style No: S0401) (Black may be needed- you will be notified)
Color: Black (can be worn in class) (Weissman brand is sold at studio)
Masculine
ANY split-sole lace up jazz shoe
Color: Black
TAP (Depends on Level)
ANY Full Sole Lace Up Tap Shoe, Color: Black
STARS CLASSES
A note about undergarments: Feminine dancewear such as leotards and tights are designed to be worn without undergarments, however there are nude dance bras with clear straps and nude dance no show undergarments in the event that they are needed. Masculine dancewear should be worn with dance belts or fitted undergarments.
HAIR
BALLET CLASSES: Hair must have a tight & secure bun. If hair is too short to be in a bun, it must be pulled or pinned back - away from face. Any loose hair should be pinned or sprayed back. This means no loose hair or curtain bangs, use pins or clips to keep hair off of face.
ALL OTHER CLASSES: Hair must be securely pulled back for every class. If hair is too short to be in a ponytail, pull or pin back - away from face. Any loose hair should be pinned or sprayed back. This means no loose hair or curtain bangs, use pins or clips to keep hair off of face.
JEWELRY
No watches, smartwatches, necklaces, bracelets, rings or earrings (other than studs). Any facial jewelry other than studs need to be removed for classes.
Dancers must be in dancewear see details below.
STARS CLASSES & REHEARSALS
Red Stars Uniform leotard, black dance shorts, dance leggings
(No baggy clothing or sweatshirts)
Pink tights (no shorts) for Stars Ballet.
Shoes as required by dance style
FOR ALL OTHER CLASSES PLEASE FOLLOW CLASS SPECIFIC DRESS CODE
STARS SHOE REQUIREMENTS
BALLET
Pink split-sole canvas ballet shoes
So Danca "Bliss" canvas Split-Sole ballet shoes
Color: Pink (Style No: SD16) or
Capezio Hanami canvas ballet shoes
Color: Light Pink (unless otherwise instructed) (Style No. 2037W)
JAZZ - we will tell you what color you need
Bloch "Super Jazz" slip on Jazz shoes (Style No: S0401)
Color: Tan and/or Black (may be required)
TAP
Weissman "Lace Up" Tap Shoes, Color: Black (Weissmann brand is sold at studio)
Masculine
Black Ballet shoes unless otherwise instructed
Black Jazz shoes
Black Lace-up Tap Shoes