Dress Code Policy

It is always important for students to abide by a Dress Code policy . At Powerhouse Dance Center we want to teach our students to respect the art of dance. Full participation in class isn’t possible unless each dancer is in proper dance attire. Students not properly prepared for class will be asked to sit out and watch.

Dancewear, Shoes and Tights can be purchased at our PDC Store 

  • Adhering to a dress code in dance looks more professional and is part of the long history of dance.
  • Dress codes cut down on distractions in class and help promote unity.
  • Dance is a discipline and begins with the way a student dresses for class.
  • By dressing the part, a student looks like, behaves like and becomes a dancer.
  • A neat and tidy appearance sets an attitude of attentiveness and respect for students, teachers and the art of dance.
  • Teachers must be able to see a dancer’s alignment, lines and positioning from head to toe to make the proper corrections when needed.

 

Tiny Tots Ballet/Tap Combo Classes – Leotard, skirt and tights. Dancers may also wear any dance outfit of their choice if they are ableto move freely without distractions. Pink full sole ballet slippers WITH NO DRAWSTRINGS and black Tap shoes are required

Future Stars Ballet/Tap Combo Class– Pink Leotard with pink tights & pink full sole ballet slippers WITH NO DRAWSTRINGS and black Tap shoes are required. Hair must be in a bun.  

Minis Ballet Class- Black leotard with pink tights & pink split sole ballet slippers. NO SKIRTS. Hair must be in a bun. Boys must wear black shorts and a white fitted T-shirt with black split sole ballet shoes. Clothing must be purchased at Powerhouse Dance Center. 

Juniors, Teens & Seniors Ballet- Black leotard with pink tights & pink split sole ballet slippers. Hair must be in a bun. Boys must wear black shorts and a white fitted T-shirt with black split sole ballet shoes.

Tap- Students may wear solid colored shorts or solid colored leggings as well as either a solid colored sports bra or a solid colored tank top. Powerhouse gear can be worn.  Boys can wear black shorts and a black solid T-shirt. Black rhythm tie up tap shoes (no ribbons) are required.  

Jazz- Students may wear  shorts or leggings as well as either a sports bra or a tank top. Powerhouse gear can be worn.  Boys can wear black shorts, a black solid T-shirt and Tan slip on jazz shoes.  

Hip-Hop-Students are to wear leggings or sweatpants with a t-shirt or tank top with black sneakers or dance sneakers.  No jeans, no shorts, no flip flops and no Uggs.  Shorts are not permitted due to floor work being executed properly.   

Lyrical/Contemporary classes Any color leotard, dance shorts or leggings may be worn.  No loose clothing. Shoes: Tan pirouettes . Hair must be secured in ponytail or bun.​

Acro Girls should wear leotards or shorts/leggings.  Bare feet are mandatory.  Long hair must be in a pony tail. No jewelry is permitted except for post earrings. Boys should wear gym shorts or sweat pants with a t-shirt.  Bare feet are mandatory. For safety reasons jeans, shoes, hoods and belts are not permitted. Pants should be no longer than ankle length when shoes are removed.

 

Company Rehearsal Classes– Girls must wear black shorts as well as either a black sports bra or a black tank top.  Boys can wear black shorts and a black solid T-shirt.