Dress Code 2026/27
Aug 16, 2026 03:15 AM
DRESS CODE
Proper dance attire allows our educators to clearly see body alignment, provide corrections, and ensure dancers can move safely and confidently in class. Please review the dress code for your dancer’s specific class below.
AGE 3–5 & AGE 5–7 COMBO
Hair:
Hair must be pulled back and secured away from the face.
Shoes:
• Pink canvas ballet shoes — Capezio Hanami
• Black tie tap shoes — Capezio Shuffle
• Bedroom-style ballet slippers are not permitted.
Attire:
• Leotard — any color
• Tights — any color
AGE 3–5 & AGE 5–7 GYMNASTICS/DANCE COMBO
Hair:
Hair must be pulled back and secured away from the face.
Shoes:
• Pink canvas ballet shoes — Capezio Hanami
• Black tie tap shoes — Capezio Shuffle
• Bedroom-style ballet slippers are not permitted.
Attire:
• Leotard — any color, without an attached skirt
• Footless or convertible tights — any color
AGE 6–9 COMBO
Hair:
Hair must be pulled back. A bun is preferred.
Shoes:
• Pink canvas ballet shoes — Capezio Hanami
• Black full-sole jazz tap shoes — Capezio
Attire:
• Leotard — any color
• Tights — any color
HIP HOP
Hair:
Hair may be pulled back or worn down, as long as it does not interfere with movement.
Shoes:
• All-black high-top dance sneaker with a white sole
• Gloss Boss Dance Sneaker — Style W360
• Order through Forever Dance Apparel
Attire:
• Loose-fitting clothing/streetwear appropriate for movement
TAP
Hair:
Hair must be pulled back. A bun is preferred.
Shoes:
• Black full-sole jazz tap shoes — Capezio CG17 Fluid
Attire:
• Leotard — any color
• Lycra dance shorts or leggings - No Running shorts
JAZZ
Hair:
Hair must be pulled back. A bun is preferred.
Shoes:
• Tan slip-on jazz shoes — Capezio CG17 Fluid
Attire:
• Leotard — any color
• Lycra dance shorts or leggings
• No socks
CONTEMPORARY & LYRICAL
Hair:
Hair must be pulled back. A bun is preferred.
Shoes:
• Canvas Pirouettes — Capezio H064
Attire:
• Leotard — any color
• Lycra dance shorts or leggings
• No socks
MUSICAL THEATER
Hair:
Hair must be pulled back. A bun is preferred.
Shoes:
• Black slip-on jazz shoes — Capezio EJ2
Attire:
• Leotard — any color
• Lycra dance shorts or leggings
• No socks
BALLET (Age 5-7, Age 6-9, Preteen, and Teen)
Hair:
• A secure bun is required.
• Bangs must be pinned back and away from the face.
• A bun cover is preferred.
Shoes:
• Pink canvas split-sole ballet shoes — Capezio Hanami
Attire:
• Black leotard — camisole style preferred
• Pink tights — convertible or footed tights with an opening cut into the bottom
• No skirts
• If a sports bra is needed, it must be black only.
BOYS
Shoes:
• Hip Hop — designated Hip Hop shoes listed above
• Combo Classes — black ballet shoes and black jazz tap shoes
Attire:
• Shorts or sweatpants
• Tank top or T-shirt
GENERAL DRESS CODE REMINDERS
• No streetwear is permitted in dance classes, with the exception of Hip Hop.
• Dancers should arrive dressed and prepared for class with the appropriate shoes.
• Hair should be neat, secure, and kept away from the dancer’s face.
• Sports bras may be worn in place of a leotard for dancers ages 12 and older only.
• Please label your dancer’s shoes and belongings with their name.
• Proper dance shoes are required. Bedroom-style slippers are not appropriate substitutes for ballet shoes.