Dress Code

Ballet Attire
Ladies: Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers. Hair in a bun off the face and no wispies (see link at right with instructions on how to do a correct bun).

• Pointe shoes: Please make an appointment with Grace at Dancer's Choice (27131 Aliso Creek Rd in Aliso Viejo – 949-305-7230) for a fitting.
  For instructions on sewing your pointe shoes, please see this video.
• Pre-Pointe shoes: Approval is required to take pre-pointe classes. The Pre-Pointe class is specifically designed to help prepare your dancer for being en pointe in the future, and is the perfect bridge between a ballet technique class and a full pointe class, allowing for a more gradual transition between the two. Students will develop the muscles required to safely support themselves when they transition to wearing pointe shoes. They will also learn how to apply their ballet technique knowledge in this beautiful and traditional art form.
  Dancers are required to wear Pre-Pointe shoes (NOT FULL POINTE SHOES) for the class. Pre-pointe shoes do not come in generic sizes like most street shoes, so it is important that your child meets with a professional who can best fit their foot to the correct brand and size to receive the best throughout their learning. Please make sure your pre-pointe shoes are approved by Ms. Cobb before sewing. We may ask you to return these so do not get them dirty if this is needed.
  Please make an appointment with Grace at Dancer's Choice (27131 Aliso Creek Rd in Aliso Viejo – 949-305-7230) for a fitting. Grace is the professional we trust to care for our dancers best. While you are there, you will also need to pick up a sewing kit. For instructions on sewing your pre-pointe shoes (AFTER we have approved them), please see this video. You may also request a private session to learn how to sew your pre-pointe shoes. We highly recommend a parent attend to observe and take photos and/or videos for future use.
  
  

Gentlemen: White t-shirt tucked into full-length black tights, black slippers. Hair nicely brushed back; hair gel okay to use.

Contemporary

• Leotard (any color), t-shirt on top, socks, either leggings or sweat pants to slide without burning legs on floor.

Musical theater

• Jazz shoes that have not been worn outside, comfortable clothes they can move in. ​

Jazz

• Jazz shoes or slippers that have not been worn outside, comfortable clothing.

Tap

• Tap shoes that have not been worn outside, comfortable clothing they can move in.

All other classes

• Sneakers or dance shoes that have not been worn outside, comfortable clothes they can move in. 

Where to order

You can get dance class attire from the following:

• Discount Dance: Online and in their LA store.
  Use Studio Code number ID: 129359 when you check out.
• Dancer's Choice: 27131 Aliso Creek Rd in Aliso Viejo
  949–305–7230
  

Helpful Links

Here are some links to examples of what to wear to class.
Girls:

• Girls Black Leotard
• Girls Pink Ballet Tight
• Girls Pink Ballet Shoe
• Girls Ballet Belt (optional but highly recommended)
• Girls Ballet Wrap Skirt, Black (optional)
• Girls Hair bun instructions
• Sewing pointe shoes and pre-pointe shoes video

Boys:

• Boys white ballet shirt
• Boys black ballet tight
• Boys black ballet shoe
• Boys hair: Nicely brushed back. Hair gel may be used to keep in place.​