Rise Up School of Dance

Dress Code

Why have a dress code?

  1. To create a feeling of unity and equality. When we all follow the dress code, no one is left out or stands out because of their attire. We see ourselves as belonging together and can focus on the person rather than the clothing.
  2. To enhance training. When students wear proper dance attire, they feel like dancers! Just as wearing pajamas tells our brains it’s time to relax, dance attire signals that it’s time to dance. It also helps teachers assess placement and alignment, supporting safe and effective training.
  3. To grow through insecurities, not avoid them. Wearing form-fitting attire can feel vulnerable—we get it! Our dress code is a tool to help students face insecurities, build confidence, and develop greater appreciation for their bodies.

Youth Dress Code

Creative Movement

Ages 3-5

Girls: any color leotard, skirt or shorts (optional), pink, white or skin colored tights (optional), pink, white or black ballet shoes. Hair pulled back if long enough.

Boys: solid color shirt, black leggings or shorts, pink, white or black ballet shoes. Hair pulled back if long enough.

Ballet

Level 1

Girls: black or pink leotard, pink, black or white skirt (optional), black fitted dance shorts or pink, white or skin colored tights, pink, white or black leather or canvas ballet shoes. Hair in bun if long enough, ponytail otherwise, no loose hair.

Boys: white or black fitted shirt, black leggings or shorts, pink, white or black ballet shoes. Hair pulled back if long enough.

Ballet

Level 2 & 3

Girls: black leotara, pink, black or white skirt (optional), black fitted dance shorts or pink or skin colored tights, dance bra (optional, must be covered by leotard) pink leather or canvas ballet shoes. Hair in bun, no loose hair.

Boys: white or black fitted shirt, black leggings or shorts, pink, white or black ballet shoes. Hair pulled back if long enough.

Tap

All Ages

Girls: fitted solid color top or leotard, black shorts or leggings, black tap shoes. Hair pulled back if long enough.

Boys: solid color shirt, black shorts or leggings, black tap shoes. Hair pulled back if long enough.

Contemporary

All Ages

Girls: fitted solid color top or leotard, black shorts or leggings, socks or ballet shoes. Hair pulled back if long enough.

Boys: solid color shirt, black shorts or leggings, socks or ballet shoes. Hair pulled back if long enough.

Jazz

All ages

Girls: fitted solid color top or leotard, black shorts or leggings, black jazz shoes. Hair pulled back if long enough.

Boys: solid color shirt, black shorts or leggings, black jazz shoes.Hair pulled back if long enough.

Adult Dress Code

Wear what makes you feel comfortable and confident.

Below are some options that you might consider for each class.

*no words or pictures on clothing please

Ballet

Leotard, skirt/shorts (optional), tights

Leggings/shorts and fitted top

Any active wear

Any color leather or canvas ballet shoes

Hair pulled back if long enough

Jazz

Leotard, shorts/pants

Leggings/shorts and fitted top

Any active wear

Any color ballet or jazz shoes

Hair pulled back if long enough

Tap

Leotard, shorts/pants

Leggings/shorts and fitted top

Any active wear

Black tap shoes

Hair pulled back if long enough

Contemporary

Leotard, shorts/pants

Leggings/shorts and fitted top

Any active wear

Any color ballet, jazz shoes or socks

Hair pulled back if long enough

Need Dancewear?

Our Swap Shop offers gently used, donated dancewear free to any student in our dance classes. Donate what you’ve outgrown, take what you need!

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