Attending dance class properly dressed is part of the discipline students develop while learning how to dance with us at Debra Collier’s School of Dance. It’s extremely important for a dancer to be able to move without being hampered by loose hair and baggy clothing.
Proper attire also allows our dance instructors to view the body line of each dancer to ensure they are dancing safely and executing positions and choreography correctly. Our studio offers a complete line of high-quality leotards, shoes from top manufacturers at an affordable price, and a staff to ensure the perfect fit!
The Benefits of a Dress Code
- The first step in a child becoming a dancer is to truly dress the part
- Makes sure clothing isn’t a distraction during dance class
- Ensures teachers can make necessary corrections to posture and form
Dress Code Guidelines for Each Class
Note: A leotard is the garment that covers the torso, while tights are the leg coverings worn with a leotard. Revolution brand shoes are required for all classes.
Mommy & Me
- Any loose-fitting clothing that is easy to move in or a one-piece leotard and tights
- Attached or unattached, short skirts may also be worn
- Clean sole shoes or Revolution brand ballet shoes – no sandals or flip flops
Tiny Twos, Tiny Tots & Rising Stars
- Revolution brand pink or lilac Bow Dress or Sparkling Tutu – these specific items are available in our studio boutique
- Any color of full-footed tights
- Revolution brand pink ballet shoes for girls and Revolution brand black ballet shoes for boys
- Hair MUST be pulled off the neck – ponytail, bun, or pigtails. Short hair should be pulled out of the face and eyes using small clips or hairpins.
Ballet
- Any color of one-piece leotard without an attached tutu or full skirt – NEW sensory friendly seamless leotards available to order!
- Full-footed or convertible tights in light pink (no biker shorts/capri tights. Tights are made to be worn without underwear.)
- Revolution brand pink ballet shoes for girls and Revolution brand black ballet shoes for boys
- Hair MUST be secured to the head in a bun. NO pony or pigtails. Short hair should be pulled out of the face and eyes using small clips or hairpins.
- Students may be asked to remove shirts during class to allow teachers to observe body alignment
- Classes participating in Holiday Magic will need to purchase a Revolution brand mulberry leotard
Jazz & Tap
- Any color of one-piece leotard without an attached tutu or full skirt – NEW sensory friendly seamless leotards available to order!
- Any color of full-footed, convertible, or footless tights (no biker shorts/capri tights. Tights are made to be worn without underwear.)
- Revolution brand black boy-cut shorts are permitted but are not required
- Jazz and Jazz/Hip Hop – Revolution brand black slip on jazz shoes
- Tap – Revolution brand black tap shoes
- Hair MUST be secured to the head in a bun. NO pony or pigtails. Short hair should be pulled out of the face and eyes using small clips or hairpins.
Modern, Contemporary and Conditioning
- Any color of one-piece leotard without an attached tutu or full skirt – NEW sensory friendly seamless leotards available to order!
- Any color of convertible or footless tights (no biker shorts/capri tights. Tights are made to be worn without underwear.)
- Modern: Nude dance soles
- Contemporary and Conditioning: barefoot
- Hair MUST be secured to the head in a bun. NO pony or pigtails. Short hair should be pulled out of the face and eyes using small clips or hairpins.
Hip Hop
- One-piece leotard and tights OR leggings, shorts, and shirts (no jeans or exposed midriffs)
- Clothing may be layered and worn over a leotard and tights
- Revolution brand black sequin high-top sneakers for girls and Revolution brand black high-top sneakers for boys
- Revolution brand black boy-cut shorts are permitted but are not required
- Hair MUST be secured to the head in a bun or ponytail. Short hair should be pulled out of the face and eyes using small clips or hairpins.
General Dress Code for Boys
- All classes except Hip Hop: Tight-fitting T-shirt which is to be tucked in and biker shorts or shorts with an elastic waist
- Long pants, jeans of any type, or baggy shirts are NOT permitted
- A dance belt for ages 12 and above
- Revolution brand black slip on jazz shoes for jazz, Revolution brand black tap shoes for tap, Revolution brand black ballet shoes for tiny twos, tiny tots, rising stars, and ballet
- Hip Hop: Athletic shorts, athletic shirt or T-shirt, and Revolution brand black high-top sneakers
General Dress Code for Adults
- Relaxed, comfortable clothing that is easy to move in
- Revolution brand black tap oxfords for Adult Tap
- Any clean, comfortable shoes or boots for Line Dancing
Helpful Link
- Click here to view a video with instructions on how to put your child’s hair in a bun
