Dress Code for Season 10
2008-2009
Enrollment Day is August 16
Classes begin September 2
A dancer's attire greatly determines the attitude toward his/her class work, and therefore we require that the standard of appropriate neatness be observed at all times.
If a student arrives to class not in proper dress code, they may be asked to change clothes or sit out. Any class time missed due to a student changing clothes cannot be made up. A Dress Code notice will be sent home with the student for their parents to review.
Please make every effort to come to class in proper dress code with hair securely up.
General Dress Code Rules:
No tube top style leotards, no spaghetti straps of any kind, no leotards with cutouts, no stomachs showing, no french cut or thong style leotards. No t-shirts with questionable slogans, printing, or designs - solid colored t-shirts are preferred. If you have a question whether or not your attire is appropriate, please do not wear it.
Dress Code Things to Remember:
• Be dressed properly for class, according to the dress code. Remember to have your hair pulled up and out of your face - see class hair requirements.
• Jewelry should not be worn during class with the exception of small earrings and wedding rings.
• Leotards are like bathing suits and are not to be worn with underwear. There reaches an age at which some dancers need additional coverage for support and modesty. There are specific undergarments made for dancers that can be purchased at dancewear stores.
• Dancers should practice good personal hygiene by bathing daily and wearing deodorant.
• Avoid wearing anything with a scent, such as lotions or perfumes. Many people are sensitive to smells and some even have allergic reactions.
Where Do I Buy Items for Dress Code?:
Victory School of the Arts carries a small selection of dancewear in our lobby. You may stop by anytime during class hours to purchase items such as shoes, tights, leotards, vsa merchandise, and more.
Dress Code items may also be purchased at your local dancewear store or boutique.
Many department stores now carry children's dancewear at very reasonable prices. Tights, leotards and dance pants are available at many of your favorite stores, including: Target, Academy, Wal-Mart, Burlington, Ross, and more.
NEW!
You may now order your dress code items directly from Curtain Call online by clicking here. Items purchased give VSA points towards our yearly costume order for our end-of-season production. Plus, shipping is free to your home!
Shoe Information:
Victory School of the Arts is registered at Creative Dancewear in Cassidy Square (Penn & Britton, 843.2545) and Showbiz Dancewear (NW 63rd & Meridian, 840.4406). They will have a list of proper shoes to purchase for your class. Let the associate working know you are dancing at Victory, and they will show you the proper shoes.
Notes About Shoes:
Do not wear dance shoes outside! Oils and dirt are hazardous when tracked into the studio rooms and are damaging to the shoe. To help control excessive noise, please do not wear tap shoes outside of the studio.
Shoes need to fit properly. Visiting a dancewear store for your shoes will help in the proper fitting of dance shoes. Please remember that dance shoes fit snugly without much room to grow. They do not fit like regular street shoes.
If you are unsure where to sew your elastic straps on your ballet shoes, please ask your instructor. Leather dance shoes will stretch. Canvas dance shoes will not. Ties on the top of ballet shoes should be tied and tucked into the shoe.
DRESS CODE DETAILS BY CLASS
BALLET
Tot Ballet: Ages 3-4
• Girls – Pink, Black, or Purple Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). Pink, Black, or Purple Dance Skirt allowed. Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas or leather ok). Hair in bun, french twist, or braid. No bangs.
• Guys – White T-shirt (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). Black dance pants or athletic pants (white stripe down side ok). Black socks, black ballet shoes.
Pre-Ballet: Ages 5-6
• Girls – Black Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed. Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred). No skirts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) and skirts may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, no bangs.
• Guys – Fitted white t-shirt (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). Fitted black dance pants. Black socks. Black ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred).
Primary Ballet BOYS: Ages 7 & 8
• Guys – Fitted white t-shirt (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). Fitted black dance pants. Black socks. Black ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred).
Primary Ballet 1 GIRLS: Ages 7 & 8
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a PINK leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other pink leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred). No skirts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) and skirts may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, no bangs.
Primary Ballet 2 GIRLS: Ages 7 & 8
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a FOREST GREEN leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other forest green leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred). No skirts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) and skirts may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, no bangs.
Primary Ballet 3 GIRLS: Ages 7 & 8
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a SAPPHIRE leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other sapphire blue leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred). No skirts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) and skirts may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, no bangs.
Elementary Ballet BOYS: Ages 9, 10, 11
• Guys – Fitted white t-shirt (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). Fitted black dance pants. Black socks. Black ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred).
Elementary Ballet 1 GIRLS: Ages 9, 10, 11
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a PINK leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other pink leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred). No skirts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) and skirts may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, no bangs.
Elementary Ballet 2 GIRLS: Ages 9, 10, 11
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a FOREST GREEN leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other forest green leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred). No skirts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) and skirts may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, no bangs.
Elementary Ballet 3 GIRLS: Ages 9, 10, 11
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a SAPPHIRE leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other sapphire blue leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred). No skirts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) and skirts may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, no bangs.
Teen Ballet GUYS: Ages 12-17
• Guys – Fitted white t-shirt (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). Fitted black dance pants. Black socks. Black ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred).
Note: “Trash Day” allowed first class of the month. For details on “Trash Day” see below.
Teen Ballet 1 GIRLS: Ages 12-17
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a PINK leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other pink leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred). No skirts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) and skirts may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, no bangs.
Note: “Trash Day” allowed first class of the month. For details on “Trash Day” see below.
Teen Ballet 2 GIRLS: Ages 12-17
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a FOREST GREEN leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other forest green leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred). No skirts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) and skirts may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, no bangs.
Note: “Trash Day” allowed first class of the month. For details on “Trash Day” see below.
Teen Ballet 3 GIRLS: Ages 12-17
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a SAPPHIRE leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other sapphire blue leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred). No skirts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) and skirts may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, no bangs.
Note: “Trash Day” allowed first class of the month. For details on “Trash Day” see below.
Teen Ballet 4: Ages 12-17
Senior Ballet 1-4: Ages 18 to Adult
- Teen Ballet 4 students & Senior Ballet students over age 18 may wear what is comfortable to dance in, pending teacher approval. The below dress code is a guide to go off of. T-shirts, skirts, and comfortable dancewear are allowed for Senior Ballet students over age 18 ONLY (not Teen 4 dancers). See teacher for questions.
• GIRLS – Solid-colored Leotard of choice (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.Pink footed OR convertible tights (no footless tights), pink ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred). No skirts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) and skirts may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun or french twist, no bangs.
Note: “Trash Day” allowed first class of the month. For details on “Trash Day” see below.
• GUYS – Fitted white t-shirt (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). Fitted black dance pants. Black socks. Black ballet shoes (canvas allowed, leather preferred).
Note: “Trash Day” allowed first class of the month. For details on “Trash Day” see below.
*Trash Day: Beginning in OCTOBER 2008, the first ballet class of every month will be “Trash Day”. This day allows Teen & Senior students only to have fun with their dress code. Colored leotards, tights, skirts, shorts, leg warmers, etc. may be worn with appropriate shoes. Trash Day is a benefit to Teen and Senior Ballet students only. Trash Day does NOT apply to students under age 12.
JAZZ
Primary Jazz, Elementary Jazz, Teen/Senior Jazz GUYS: Ages 7-Adult
• Guys – VSA dress code tshirt (given at enrollment). Black dance pants, warm-ups, etc. (white stripe down leg ok). Black jazz shoes (lace-up ok, slip-on preferred). No jazz sneakers.
Primary Jazz GIRLS: Ages 7 & 8
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a PINK leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other pink leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Black dance pants or black capris (white stripe down leg ok). Black jazz shoes (lace-up ok, slip-on preferred). No jazz sneakers.
No shorts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, french twist, or ponytail - no bangs.
Elementary Jazz 1 GIRLS: Ages 9, 10, 11
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a PINK leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other pink leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Black dance pants or black capris (white stripe down leg ok). Black jazz shoes (lace-up ok, slip-on preferred). No jazz sneakers.
No shorts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, french twist, or ponytail - no bangs.
Elementary Jazz 2/3 GIRLS: Ages 9, 10, 11
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a FOREST GREEN leotard or SAPPHIRE leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other forest green or sapphire blue leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Black dance pants or black capris (white stripe down leg ok). Black jazz shoes (lace-up ok, slip-on preferred). No jazz sneakers.
No shorts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, french twist, or ponytail - no bangs.
Teen Jazz 1 GIRLS: Ages 12-17
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a PINK leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other pink leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Black dance pants or black capris (white stripe down leg ok). Black jazz shoes (lace-up ok, slip-on preferred). No jazz sneakers.
No shorts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, french twist, or ponytail - no bangs.
Teen Jazz 2 GIRLS: Ages 12-17
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a FOREST GREEN leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other forest green leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Black dance pants or black capris (white stripe down leg ok). Black jazz shoes (lace-up ok, slip-on preferred). No jazz sneakers.
No shorts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, french twist, or ponytail - no bangs.
Teen Jazz 3 GIRLS: Ages 12-17
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.).
New color option: You may also wear a SAPPHIRE leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click
here. No other sapphire blue leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice.
No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.Black dance pants or black capris (white stripe down leg ok). Black jazz shoes (lace-up ok, slip-on preferred). No jazz sneakers.
No shorts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, french twist, or ponytail - no bangs.
Teen Jazz 4: Ages 12-17
Senior Ballet 1-4: Ages 18 to Adult
- Teen Jazz 4 students & Senior Jazz students over age 18 may wear what is comfortable to dance in, pending teacher approval. The below dress code is a guide to go off of. T-shirts, shorts with tights underneath, and comfortable dancewear are allowed for Senior Jazz students over age 18 ONLY (not Teen 4 dancers). See teacher for questions.
• GIRLS – Solid-colored Leotard of choice (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed. Black dance pants or black capris (white stripe down leg ok). Black jazz shoes (lace-up ok, slip-on preferred). No jazz sneakers.
No shorts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, french twist, or ponytail - no bangs.
TAP
All Tap classes: Ages 3-11
• Guys – VSA dress code tshirt (given at enrollment). Black dance pants, warm-ups, etc. (white stripe down leg ok). Black tap shoes.
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a PINK leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other pink leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Black dance pants or black capris (white stripe down leg ok). Black tap shoes (lace-up ok, mary jane style ok).
No cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, french twist, or ponytail - no bangs.
Teen Tap: Ages 12-17
Senior Tap: Ages 18 to Adult
- Teen Tap students & Senior Tap students over age 18 may wear what is comfortable to dance in, pending teacher approval. The below dress code is a guide to go off of. T-shirts, shorts with tights underneath, and comfortable dancewear are allowed for Senior Tap students over age 18 ONLY (not Teen dancers). See teacher for questions.
• GIRLS – Solid-colored Leotard of choice (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed. Black dance pants or black capris (white stripe down leg ok). Black tap shoes (lace-up ok, slip-on ok). No jazz mary jane style or tie-tap style tap shoes.
No cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, french twist, or ponytail - no bangs.
CONTEMPORARY / LYRICAL
Elementary Lyrical / Contemporary: Ages 9-11
• Girls – BLACK Leotard (no writing or print – solid only) with any type of sleeve (short, long, tank, etc.). New color option: You may also wear a PINK leotard purchased from Curtain Call online only - click here. No other pink leotard may be worn. Black leotards may be purchased at the store of your choice. No camisole or spaghetti strap leotards are allowed.
Black dance pants or black capris (white stripe down leg ok). TAN jazz shoes (lace-up ok, slip-on preferred). No jazz sneakers.
No shorts or cover-ups allowed in class. Cover-ups (dress code tshirt) may be worn to and from class only, as well as during visitor/parent observation days. Hair in bun, french twist, or ponytail - no bangs.
POM
Pom Classes: All ages
• Girls – Black capris or black dance pants (white stripe down leg ok). No shorts. Black jazz shoes – lace-up or slip-on only. No jazz sneakers. Hair in ponytail, bun, or french twist. No bangs. Solid colored leotard of choice (no spaghetti straps), OR VSA dress code t-shirt (given at enrollment).
HIP HOP
Elementary Hip Hop: Ages 9-11
Teen Hip Hop: Ages 12-17
• Girls – Black capris or black dance pants, black warm-ups, etc. (white stripe down leg ok). Athletic shoes or black jazz sneaker ok. Hair in ponytail, bun, or french twist. No bangs. VSA dress code t-shirt (given at enrollment).
• Guys – Black dance pants, black warm-ups, etc. (white stripe down leg ok). Athletic shoes. VSA dress code t-shirt (given at enrollment).
Hip Hop Hotties: Ages 21-61+
• Ladies - Comfortable clothing you can move in: sweats, tshirts, warm-ups, etc. Athletic shoes. Hair pulled back and out of face.
WORSHIP DANCEWorship Dance: Ages 12 to Adult
• Girls – Comfortable pants or capris that you can freely dance in. Pink ballet shoes (canvas or leather ok). Hair in ponytail, bun, or french twist. No bangs. VSA dress code t-shirt (given at enrollment). Note: pink tights will eventually need to be purchased for recital performance.
• Guys – Comfortable pants or capris that you can freely dance in. Tan jazz shoes – lace-up or slip-on only. VSA dress code t-shirt (given at enrollment).
Notes About Hair:
Instructions for Styling Hair into a Bun
1. Brush hair smooth. Remove all tangles.
2. Spray hair lightly with hair spray. Smooth hair with hands and secure wisps, layers or short ends into a ponytail and secure with an elastic band. (Do not use rubber bands as they easily tear hair.)
3. Secure sides and back hair with clips and barrettes.
4. Divide ponytail into two sections and twist or three sections and braid.
5. Wrap each section of twisted or braided hair clockwise around the braided elastic band secure with hair and bobby pins as you wrap.
6. Spray hair and bun with hair spray to set. Smooth with hands and/or comb. You may also use a small hair net to secure the bun.
For Shorter Hair
1. Chin Length Hair - Pull hair into a ponytail, securing the sides back away from face with clips or barrettes. Spray heavily with hair spray to set.
2. Short Hair - Pull sides away from face. Secure long bangs back with clips.