Dress Code

Ballet Classes

• Solid leotard and convertible tights with ballet skirt.
• Hair must be worn in a bun.
• Pink ballet shoes required.
• No jewelry.

Jazz, Tap, Musical Theater

• Leotards, convertible tights, tight-fitting jazz pants, or fitted shorts.
• Hair up and neatly off of the face.
• Tan jazz shoes required.
• Black tap shoes or boots required.
• No jewelry.

Saturday Classes

• Any colored leotard and convertible tights.
• Skirts optional in any color.
• Hair neatly off the neck and away from the face.
• Shoes: Pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes or boots are required.
• No jewelry.

Hip Hop Classes

• Ovations T-shirt ONLY with leggings or stretch shorts.
• Black sneakers required.
• No hoodies or other shirts.

Gymnastics Classes

• Leotard OR spandex shorts with an Ovations T-shirt.
• Baggy clothing is not permitted.
• Barefoot only (no socks).
• Hair secured in a low bun or ponytail. Long hair must not touch the floor when rolling, doing handstands, or cartwheels.

General Rules

• No jeans, sweatpants, or pajama pants allowed in any class.
• Leotards are required for all classes.
• Convertible tights are strongly recommended for all classes and required for ballet.
• Skirts or shorts are optional (unless otherwise noted).
• Hair must always be pulled into a bun or secured off the face.
• Jewelry and gems are not allowed for safety reasons.
• Baggy clothing is not permitted, as it may cause slips, trips, or falls.

Dance Shoes

• All dancers must have their proper dance shoes by October 1st.
• Please make sure you know which shoes are needed for each class.
• If unsure, ask—we are happy to help.
• Order forms are available, and we can order shoes for you.

Compliance

• Students not in the proper attire will be asked to sit out.
• If a pattern of improper attire develops, the student may be asked not to return.
• These rules ensure safety, consistency, and professionalism in every class.