What To Wear To Dance Class

Dress code is strictly enforced!

Pre Dance

Creative Movement/Pre Dance

  • ANY COLORED LEOTARD and PINK TIGHTS
  • PINK BALLET SLIPPERS
  • Hair pulled back into a bun or PONYTAIL
  • Leather ballet shoes preferred
Hip Hop

Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop & Tech Classes: (includes Kinder Levels)

  • BLACK or dark colored Tank, T-shirt or Leotard
  • BLACK dance pants, sweats, capris, shorts
  • BLACK JAZZ SHOE (slip on) or NUDE DANCE PAWS for Jazz
  • BLACK TAP SHOES (lace up preferred) for tap
  • CLEAN TENNIS SHOES for Hip Hop
  • Hair pulled back away from face
Ballet

Ballet Classes: (Dress Code Enforced)

  • SOLID COLORED LEOTARD with BALLET PINK TIGHTS and PINK BALLET SLIPPERS
  • No TANK TOPS/CROP TOPS are allowed in Ballet Classes (ballet skirts, wraps or warm up covers are allowed during barre)
  • Hair pulled back into a clean Ballet BUN
Tap

Boys

  • BLACK PANTS, SWEATS or SHORTS with T-SHIRT OR TANK and either Ballet, Tap or Jazz shoes–see above under corresponding class

Because proper dance technique and skills are our main focus we ask that all dancers be aware of how their dress affects their training.

There are many reasons for our dress code–

  • Movement quality – dancers can move freely and comfortably when dressed in proper dance clothes.
  • Teachers need to see dancers! Not bright colors and incorrect shoes.
  • Helps teach students responsibility, discipline and respect.
  • Sets the mood for a productive class.

Elite has a full stock of Ballet Tights available to purchase at the front desk.

Dance Stores Around The Area

Portland Dancewear

Portland Dancewear

9225 SW Hall Blvd
746-4552

The Leotard

The Leotard

2432 NE MLK Blvd. Portland, 97212
284-9244

Ballet Girl in Pink

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