UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS

 

Studio Detroit Dance Center Uniform Policy

At Studio Detroit Dance Center (SDDC), we require all students to wear the proper uniform and shoes to maintain a professional and disciplined environment. Wearing the correct attire allows our instructors to see alignment, posture, and technique clearly, ensuring that each dancer receives the best training possible.

Class-Specific Uniform Requirements

All primary aged students 6 & under

  • Shoes: Pink leather ballet shoes, black Mary Jane beginner tap shoes.

  • Leotard: Any color (optional ballet skirt, tutu, or dance shorts).

  • Tights: Pink or tan.

  • Hair: Pulled away from the face; beads should be tied up in a ponytail. For tumbling classes, avoid hairstyles with accessories on top of the head.

Beginner Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Technique Classes

  • Shoes:

    • Ballet: Pink leather or canvas ballet shoes.

    • Tap: Black Mary Jane beginner tap shoes (patent leather with bow or strap).

    • Jazz: Black laceless jazz shoes.

  • Attire:

    • Ballet: Pink or black leotard (optional ballet skirt or tutu).

    • Tap & Jazz: Pink or black leotard (optional leggings, shorts, or jazz pants).

  • Tights: Skin-tone.

  • Hair: Pulled away from the face.

Intermediate, Advanced Ballet Classes

  • Shoes: Skin Tone canvas ballet shoes (leather shoes are not permitted).

  • Leotard: Black (optional black dance shorts or ballet skirt).

  • Tights: Black or skin-tone.

  • Hair: Neatly secured away from the face.

Acro/Tumbling, African Dance Classes

  • Shoes: No shoes required.

  • Attire: Form-fitting dance or gymnastics attire.

  • Tights: Skin-tone or none.

  • Hair: Low ponytail or bun, pulled back from the face.

Intermediate, Advanced Jazz Classes, TLJ, Technique Classes

  • Shoes: Jazz, TLJ, Black laceless jazz shoes. Technique, Lyrical no shoes or a turner half sole shoe.

  • Attire: Black Leotards, black dance shorts, jazz pants, or leggings.

  • Tights: Skin-tone or black.

  • Hair: Neatly secured away from the face.

Hip-Hop Classes

  • Shoes: All-black lightweight running shoes.

  • Attire: Loose-fitting clothing such as sweatpants, leggings, tank tops, or t-shirts.

  • Hair: Pulled away from the face.

  • Note: Jeans and street clothes are not permitted.

Beginner +, Inter/ Adv Tap, Musical Theater, African , Strengthening & Conditioning

  • Shoes:

    • Musical Theater: Tan or black laceless jazz shoes.

    • Tap: Beginner/intermediate double-sole black lace up tap shoes (patent leather beginner tap shoes are not allowed).

    • African: No shoes

    • S & C: Jazz shoe or Gym shoe (Teacher decides)

  • Attire: Black Leotards, dance shorts, jazz pants, or leggings.

  • Tights: Skin-tone or black.

  • Hair: Neatly secured away from the face.

 

General Guidelines

  • Uniform Compliance: All students must be in the correct uniform and shoes by the first class in October for the Fall season and first class in February for the Winter season.

  • Failure to Comply: If a student is not dressed properly, they may be asked to observe instead of participating.

Additional Information

Uniform Purchase:

  • Where to Purchase:

    • Younger Students: Most items can be found at Amazon, Walmart, or Target, which typically carry the basics your dancer will need.

    • Older Students: Recommended options are Amazon or any local dance store for specialized items.

    If you have any questions about the uniform policy, please ask your instructor or the front desk for assistance.