🎀 Dress Code

At Art in Motion School of Dance, proper attire helps dancers stay safe, focused, and confident. We ask that all students follow the dress code for their specific class. This creates consistency, helps instructors give corrections effectively, and sets the tone for a successful learning environment.

Dancewear and shoes are available for purchase through the studio. We’re happy to help with fittings or orders at the front desk.

✨ General Guidelines

  • Hair must be pulled back away from the face (bun, ponytail, or braid preferred).

  • No street clothes, jeans, or baggy outerwear (except for Hip Hop).

  • No jewelry should be worn in class.

  • Dance shoes must match class requirements and be worn in the studio only.

  • Students not in appropriate attire may be asked to sit out for safety reasons.

👶 Children’s Program (Ages 2–5)

Creative Movement / Ballet & Tap Combo (Ages 2–4)

  • Ballet Shoes:

    • Girls: Pink leather or canvas ballet shoes

    • Boys: Black leather or canvas ballet shoes

    • No slippers from Target/Walmart please — proper dance shoes support safe movement.

  • Tap Shoes:

    • Black patent leather tap shoes with buckle closure

  • Attire:

    • Leotard and tights or unitard (biker-length or full-length)

    • Optional: Ballet skirt, dance shorts, snug-fitting layers

    • Hair pulled back (bun preferred)

Hip Hop & Jazz Combo (Ages 4–5)

  • Jazz Shoes:

    • Girls: Skin-tone leather jazz shoes

    • Boys: Black leather jazz shoes

  • Hip Hop Shoes:

    • Black high-top sneakers (studio use only; Converse not required)

  • Attire:

    • Comfortable dancewear (leotards, leggings, shorts, tanks)

    • Layered street-style allowed for hip hop portion

    • Hair pulled back neatly

🎭 Recreational Program (Ages 6–17)

Ballet

  • Shoes: Pink leather or canvas ballet shoes

  • Attire: Black leotard, pink tights

  • Hair: Secure bun

  • Note: No shorts or T-shirts permitted

Jazz / Lyrical / Contemporary

  • Shoes:

    • Girls: Skin-tone leather jazz shoes & lyrical canvas shoes

    • Boys: Black leather jazz shoes

  • Attire: Leotards, leggings, fitted tops, dance shorts, or unitards

  • Hair: Pulled back away from the face

Tap

  • Shoes: Black patent leather tap shoes (non-split sole preferred)

  • Attire: Comfortable, fitted dancewear

  • Hair: Pulled back neatly

Hip Hop

  • Shoes: Black high-top sneakers (for studio use only)

  • Attire: Loose, layered, and expressive streetwear (joggers, hoodies, tanks)

  • Hair: Pulled back

🤸 Acro Program

  • Shoes: None — barefoot or instructor-approved foot grips

  • Attire:

    • Leotard or unitard

    • Form-fitting shorts or pants (no loose clothing)

    • Hair secured in a low ponytail or bun

💃 Adult Dance Classes

  • Attire: Comfortable athletic or dancewear that allows for movement

  • Shoes: Appropriate dance shoes based on class (instructor will advise)

  • Hair: Pulled back away from the face

🛍 Studio Dancewear & Shoe Ordering

Need gear? We’ve got you!

Dance shoes and select apparel are available at both studio locations. If your dancer’s size isn’t in stock, we’ll place a custom order. Most items arrive within 2–3 weeks.

Dance Shoe Prices:

  • Ballet Shoes: $20–$24

  • Jazz Shoes: $38–$42

  • Tap Shoes: $29–$33

  • Lyrical Shoes: $24

  • Hip Hop Sneakers: $42–$45

You are welcome to buy shoes elsewhere — just make sure they follow our dress code for color, material, and style.

Note: Order cancellations will incur a $10 restocking fee.

♻️ Dance Treasure Chest

Check our “Dance Treasure Chest” in the hallway for gently used shoes. You’re welcome to donate or take shoes as needed. Donated items should be clean and labeled with size and style.

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