Dress Code Guidelines
Being prepared for class also includes what we wear. In any event, we know that looking the part makes us feel more confident and prepared for the day! We have different classwear for different classes so that we can honor each style of dance in the best way we can and help students be able to better execute each style. Not only that, but safety is very important and our classwear will help the dancer focus on correct body placement to prevent injury in dance and tumbling. For this reason, dancewear must fit tightly to the body and made of spandex fabrics only (no denim, netting, lace, fringe, etc.). Undergarments, if worn, must not be able to be seen. Short thin socks should be worn with all shoes, except Ballet shoes, of which pink tights will be worn instead. Hair should be pulled back tightly in a one ponytail using multiple thick hair ties, bobby pins (if needed), and hairspray! This will help lessen possible discomfort or issues during turns and tricks. Hair must be in a clean Ballet bun for Ballet. No extra hair accessories including scrunchies or any type of jewelry, can be worn during class. Fingernails must stay short for safety purposes. Dancers not wearing proper clothing may be asked to view class only. All Items with prices listed next to them are required to be purchased through Artistic Intensity, any other items can be purchased individually at athletic stores or through our seasonal dancewear book. If your student is non-binary, please email us to discuss which classwear option is best for them. Thank you for respecting our policies!
First Steps Dance & Tumbling
Females – Light Purple tank leotard ($18) and Skin-colored footless tights ($10)
- No shoes or socks.
- No shoes or socks.
Little Stars & Debut Dancers
Little Stars (Age 4-6)
Females – Light purple leotard ($20) and Skin-colored stirrup tights ($10)
Debut Dancers (Age 7-10)
Females – Purple leotard ($20), Pink tights ($10), Black Sports Bra ($12), and Black Dance Shorts ($14)
Females – Light purple leotard ($20) and Skin-colored stirrup tights ($10)
- Black Mary Jane tap shoes ($26)
- Black slip-on Tap shoes ($30)
Debut Dancers (Age 7-10)
Females – Purple leotard ($20), Pink tights ($10), Black Sports Bra ($12), and Black Dance Shorts ($14)
- Black slip-on tap shoes ($30), Black slip-on Jazz shoes ($28), and Pink Ballet shoes ($20)
- Black slip-on Tap shoes ($30), Black slip-on Jazz shoes ($28), and Skin-colored Ballet shoes ($20)
Ballet/Pointe
Females – Class level leotard ($20) and convertible pink tights ($10). Level 3+ add black wrap skirt ($20).
- Pink leather Ballet shoes ($20). Level 2+ add Pointe shoes ($100 including accessories).
- Equipment – All students must have a long resistance band ($10) and massage ball ($10).
- Skin-colored Ballet shoes ($20)
- Equipment – All students must have a long resistance band ($10) and massage ball ($10).
Jazz, Tap, Leaps/Turns/Flexibility & Technique
Females – Sports bra and spandex dance shorts
- Black slip-on Jazz shoes ($28) for Jazz, Leaps/Turns/Flexibility, and Technique.
- Black slip-on Tap shoes for Level 1 ($30) and Black lace up Tap shoes for Level 2+ ($90).
- Equipment – All Leaps/Turns/Flexibility and Technique class students must have a long resistance band ($10)
- Black slip-on Jazz shoes ($28) for Jazz and Leaps/Turns.
- Black slip-on Tap shoes for Level 1 ($30) and Black lace up Tap shoes for Level 2+ ($90).
Acrobatics, Contemporary & Modern
Females – Sports bra and spandex dance shorts
- No shoes or socks.
- Equipment – All Acrobatics students must have a long resistance band ($10)
- Students may also be asked to use wrist and/or ankle weights for Acrobatics in level 2+.
- No shoes or socks.
- Equipment – All Acrobatics and Flexibility students must have a long resistance band ($10)
- Students may also be asked to use wrist and/or ankle weights for Acrobatics in level 2+.
Hip Hop
Females – T-shirt with sports bra and sweatpants with spandex dance shorts. Leggings or joggers also acceptable.(shoulders and knees must be covered)
- Black sequin hi-top sneakers ($32)
- Black sequin hi-tops sneakers ($32)
Heels Class
Clothing – Comfortable clothes or dancewear (each session will have a specific theme!)
- High-heeled shoes. If you are new to dancing in heels it is best to wear boot style high-heels with a thick heel at a height that you are able to walk in.
Adult Dance/Adult Tumbling/Strength/Conditioning
Adult Dance
Clothing – Comfortable workout clothes or dancewear
Adult Tumbling
Clothing – Comfortable workout clothes or dancewear - must be fitted to the body for safety.
Strength/Conditioning
Females & Males – Comfortable workout clothes
Clothing – Comfortable workout clothes or dancewear
- Black tap shoes ($30) and black jazz shoes ($28) *Not required but highly encouraged*
- Clean gym shoes also acceptable.
Adult Tumbling
Clothing – Comfortable workout clothes or dancewear - must be fitted to the body for safety.
- No shoes or socks.
Strength/Conditioning
Females & Males – Comfortable workout clothes
- Gym Shoes (i.e. runners or trainers like Nike, Adidas, New Balance, etc.)