DRESS CODE
All shoes and tights are available for fitting and purchase at the Academy.
Other items will be available online at Discount Dance through our personal studio link.
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A consistent dress code helps every dancer move freely and safely, and it lets our teachers clearly see posture, alignment and footwork so they can give the right corrections. Below you will find what to wear for each style taught at Crimson Academy, from Creative Movement to Lyrical.
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Quick tips for new families
Label shoes and dancewear with your dancer’s name.
Ask us about fitting before buying shoes elsewhere - growing feet change quickly.
Hair must always be neatly secured away from the face; ballet requires a bun.
Not sure which class your dancer is in? See our class guide.
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Dress code FAQ
Where can I buy dance shoes and tights in Pottsville?
All shoes and tights are available for fitting and purchase right at the Academy.
Why is a dress code required?
Fitted dancewear lets teachers see alignment and correct technique safely, and the right shoes protect feet on our Marley and Springstep floors.
Can hair be worn down?
No. In every class hair must be neatly secured away from the face, and ballet students wear a bun.
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CREATIVE MOVEMENT
Leotards: any style and color
Tights: footed tights - ballet pink, black or tan.
Shoes: pink leather ballet shoes
Hair: neatly secured away from face
Optional:
Skirts are optional. Wrap sweaters are optional for winter months.
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BALLET
Leotards: any style - black or pink
Tights: black or pink
Shoes: leather or canvas split sole ballet shoes
Hair: neatly secured away from face in a bun.
Optional:
Skirt or wrap sweater (for winter months)
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TAP
Attire: leotards, tights and jazz pants are acceptable.
Adult tap class: comfortable clothing
Shoes:
Ages 4-5 and 6-8: tap shoes with ribbon tie or velcro strap; black or tan.
Ages 8+: mary jane style or lace up tap shoes; black or tan
Hair: neatly secured away from face
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JAZZ
Leotards: any style and color
Tights: black or tan
Shoes: slip on jazz shoes; black or tan
Hair: neatly secured away from face
Jazz pants are permitted in this class
HIP HOP
Attire: both dance attire and loose fitting clothing (shorts, t-shirts, sweat pants) are permitted.
Shoes: dance sneakers
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MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE
Leotards: any style or color
Tights: black, pink or tan
Shoes: jazz slip on shoes - black or tan. Character shoes may be required for advanced classes.
Hair: neatly secured away from face
Jazz pants are permitted in this class
LYRICAL/CONTEMPORARY/MODERN
Leotards: any style or color
Tights: black, pink or tan
Shoes: lyrical ballet shoes or jazz shoes
Hair: secured neatly away from face
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