Dress Code

WHAT TO WEAR TO DANCE CLASS: (dress code is strictly enforced!)

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)

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 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

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 are:

Portland Dancewear 9225 SW Hall Blvd (746-4552)
The Leotard 2432 NE MLK Blvd. Portland, 97212 (284-9244)