Uniforms and Shoes

To learn proper technique, teachers need to see the shape of the dancers’ bodies. Covering up with loose, baggy, street clothes can hide arms and knees that bend, ankles that sickle, backs that curve, and other unsafe, improper dance alignment.

Dancers who do NOT follow the uniform policy guidelines …

  • The 1st time, a verbal reminder will be given in class to follow the uniform policy for the next class and a tardy will be given for that class.

  • The 2nd time, families will discuss the uniform policy guidelines with Ms. Susan and a tardy will be given for that class resulting in one absence.

  • The 3rd, 4th, 5th and so on time, a verbal reminder will be given in class to follow the uniform policy for the next class and a tardy will be given for that class.

Dancers are required to purchase specific shoes and uniforms before the first day of class. Wearing uniforms promotes a sense of belonging to a group. There are no competition or feelings of inadequacy when everyone is dressed the same. Dancers will be required to purchase the following items from Amazon before the first class on October 2,2025.

Shoes

Tan Stelle Tap Shoes for Girls Boys Patent Leather Detachable Bow Dance Shoes (Toddler/Little Kid/Big Kid)  $22

Tan RoseMoli ballet shoes for girls/toddlers/kids/women, leather yoga shoes/ballet slippers for dancing  $10

If a dancer outgrows their shoes during the season, another pair of shoes must be purchased. Dancers’ shoes need to fit correctly. Wearing shoes that are too big or too small will not allow a dancer to learn the proper technique regardless of their age.

While wearing shoes a size too big, the dancer will have to compensate by moving their foot in a different way to slide their foot forward or backward. Doing this repeatedly week after week, dancers will learn the incorrect way to move their feet and in turn to perform their steps. If your shoes are too big or too small, you will need to get different ones.

Shoes should fit snug with little room in the toes. Dancers should be able to point their feet/stretch their ankles easily. When placing the tip of the toe on the floor the foot should not slide down.  When standing flat you should not be able to stick your finger in the back of the shoe.

Monday Uniform

  • Purple Heart MOLLDAN gymnastics leotard for girls dance biketard Unitards 2 pack tumbling outfits for kids (purple heart and purple butterfly) $15

  • OPTIONAL: pink footed tights (thin plain)

  • Socks – coordinating ankle or no-show socks

NO UNDERWEAR

Thursday Uniform

  • Purple Butterfly MOLLDAN gymnastics leotard for girls dance biketard Unitards 2 pack tumbling outfits for kids (purple heart and purple butterfly) $15

  • OPTIONAL: pink footed tights (thin plain)

  • Socks – coordinating ankle or no-show socks

NO UNDERWEAR

If a dancer outgrows their uniform during the season, another uniform must be purchased.

Dancers do not wear underwear with their tights or dance wear. Underwear bunches up under snug fitting clothes, it sticks out in the legs and it shows, it can pull down the dance wear, and it creates a streamline look that aligns with the aesthetic. It is more comfortable with them off.

Hair

Dancers must wear their hair up in a neat style. French braids, high ponytails, buns, or other up-dos need to be worn to keep the hair out of their face and off their neck.  NO low ponytails or loose braids.  Secure your hair back away from your face with no loose or wispy hairs that could fall in your eyes.

Dancers with short hair should clip hair away from their face.

NO, NOs

  • Underwear (dancers wear leotards, biketards, and tights in place of underwear)

  • Jewelry – unless stud earrings are needed

  • Street clothes of any kind

  • Street shoes

  • Costumes

  • Hats

  • Gum