Dress Code Policy

Arrive Prepared – Always remember to wear the correct dancewear and shoes to class. Please arrive on time and ready to begin class. It is best to arrive with your dance clothes on, if possible.
Hair – Girls hair should be secured and pulled away from their face and off of the neck. They must wear it in a ponytail or bun. Boys hair must be short enough (or in some way secured) so it does not hang over their face and cover their eyes, as that can be a safety concern in class.
Jewelry – Please remove jewelry before class. Most jewelry can be a potential hazard should the dancer catch it on their clothing, hair or other dancer. Small studs or non-dangling earrings are allowed.
Dance Shoes – Dance shoes are for use in the studio only and should NEVER be worn outside. Please come in street shoes and change in the lobby. Dirty dance shoes can damage our dance floors. Dance shoes must be purchased through ArtWorks Academy. See required dance shoes below.
Attire – As mentioned on the main dress code page, our dress code was developed to benefit the movement of the dancer and their safety, as well as promote discipline, ensemble awareness, and help better assist the teacher in giving corrections and maintaining uniformity within the studio. See the required leotard color below.
Purchasing Shoes and Leotards - All shoes MUST be purchased from ArtWorks Academy. We have selected shoes we feel are best for each level and also want all shoes to match for the dance recital. Leotards are available to purchase at the studio or can be purchased at a dance store, as long as the color matches the required color for your child's level
Compliance - Please make sure your child is in compliance with the dress code for every class. Students will receive one warning. If they show up for a second class without being in dress code, they will have to watch and will not be allowed to participate.

PLEASE NOTE - You can download the order form and bring it in when you place your order or we have extra copies at the studio. Please do NOT fill out the shoe size, until your child is fitted for shoes at the studio.

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Dance Shoes

Intermediate and Senior Level dancers wear the following shoes, which must be purchased through ArtWorks Academy:

Ballet - Stretch Canvas Ballet Shoe (girls wear pink and boys wear black)

Jazz - Premium Slip-On Jazz Shoe (girls wear tan and boys wear black)

Tap - Black Intro JT Shoe (boys and girls) - a more advanced tap shoe may be purchased

Lyrical - Canvas half-sole

Hip Hop - Black converse style shoes (can be purchased at your local shoe store)

Stretch Canvas Ballet Shoe

Beautiful definition and arch-hugging fit

Stretch canvas for better definition of the foot
Split-sole with stretch lycra insert hugs the arch and provides a beautiful fit
Elasticized binding instead of drawstring
Crisscross straps over the instep for a secure fit
Straight last construction - shoe fits either right or left foot
Medium width only
Whole sizes only

Stretch Canvas Ballet Shoe

Beautiful definition and arch-hugging fit

Stretch canvas for better definition of the foot
Split-sole with stretch lycra insert hugs the arch and provides a beautiful fit
Elasticized binding instead of drawstring
Crisscross straps over the instep for a secure fit
Straight last construction - shoe fits either right or left foot
Medium width only
Whole sizes only

Premium Slip-On Jazz Shoe

Lower cut than a boot, with breathable inserts

Premium leather upper with breathable mesh panels
Elastic gore for easy, slip-on design
Flexible split-sole with durable suede arch
Medium width only
Whole and half sizes

Premium Slip-On Jazz Shoe

Lower cut than a boot, with breathable inserts

Premium leather upper with breathable mesh panels
Elastic gore for easy, slip-on design
Flexible split-sole with durable suede arch
Medium width only
Whole and half sizes

Intro JT Shoe

Synthetic leather upper
Rigid sole for support and durability
Non-slip rubber patch and professional grade Revolution taps with fiberboard
1" color-matched heel
Medium width only
Whole and half sizes

Premium Full-Size Tap Shoe

Premium leather upper with microfiber lining and toe box
Rigid leather sole and leather stacked heel
Non-slip rubber patch and professional grade Revolution taps with fiberboard
Medium width only
Whole and half sizes

Canvas Half-Sole

Lightweight, breathable canvas
Pleated, closed-toe construction
Adjustable ankle straps for a snug fit
Durable suede sole
Medium width only
Whole sizes only
For best fit, go up to nearest whole size

Dance Attire

All females in Intermediate and Senior Levels must wear the following:

Ballet - black leotard, pink tights (NO skirts or shorts will be allowed)

Jazz and Tap - black leotard, with tan, black or pink tights. Optional - black spanx style shorts or black leggings

Hip Hop - same as Jazz and Tap, but you may also wear a fitted tank over your leotard

There are several styles of black leotards available to purchase at ArtWorks Academy. They are shown below.

All males in intermediate and Senior Levels must wear the following:

Ballet, Tap and Jazz - black dance pants (please wear dance belt underneath), white fitted t-shirt

Hip Hop - workout pants with fitted shirt

Black Leotard Options

Princess Seam Leotard

Pinched front detail and low-scoop back
Princess seam lines at front for flattering fit
92% matte nylon, 8% spandex
Adult sizes feature bra lining, and child sizes are fully lined

Child Sizes: Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large

Adult Sizes: Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large

Adj. Strap Mid-Scoop Cami.

Soft and seamless
Adjustable straps so you can wear them straight or crisscross
Unique blend of 60% cotton, 28% nylon and 12% spandex
Adult sizes feature a shelf bra liner and a lower scoop back

Child Sizes: Small,

Medium, Large

Adult Sizes: Petite, Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large

Tank

Soft and seamless
Unique blend of 60% cotton, 28% nylon and 12% spandex
Adult sizes feature a shelf bra liner
Neckline in back mirrors design in front

Child Sizes: Small,

Medium, Large

Adult Sizes: Petite, Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large

Classic Tank

Pinched front detail and scoop back
Princess seam lines at front for flattering fit
Adult sizes feature a shelf bra, and child sizes are fully-lined in front
Comprised of 87% Nylon / 13% Spandex

Child Sizes: Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large

Adult Sizes: Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large

Short Sleeve Scoop Neck

Soft and seamless
Unique blend of 60% cotton, 28% nylon and 12% spandex
Adult sizes feature a shelf bra liner
Neckline in back mirrors design in front

Child Sizes: Small,

Medium, Large

Adult Sizes: Petite, Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large

Basic Short Sleeve Leotard

Cotton spandex leotard
Flattering scoop neckline at front and back
Adult sizes feature a shelf bra, and child sizes are front-lined

Child Sizes: Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large

Adult Sizes: Petite, Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large

Classic 3/4 Sleeve

Pinched front detail and scoop back
Princess seam lines at front for flattering fit
Adult sizes feature a shelf bra, and child sizes are fully-lined in front
Comprised of 87% Nylon / 13% Spandex

Child Sizes: Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large

Adult Sizes: Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large

Long Sleeve Scoop Neck

Soft and seamless
Unique blend of 60% cotton, 28% nylon and 12% spandex
Adult sizes feature a shelf bra liner
Neckline in back mirrors design in front

Child Sizes: Small,

Medium, Large

Adult Sizes: Petite, Small,

Medium, Large, X-Large