Dress Code

Full details about dress code can be found in your student handbook. Our dress code helps instructors to be able to quickly identify any body placement or technique issues that may lead to injury. By having the entire class properly dressed, we also lessen distractions.

For all classes:

• Hair is to be pulled back neatly, completely out of the dancer’s face.
• No midriffs should be exposed by any dancer at any time.
• No dangly jewelry, ever. Stud earrings are acceptable in most classes. Acro students doing partnering stunts should wear none.
• Label shoes on the inside with a sharpie.

Dress code for each class:

• Creative Dance:
  • Pink or Black leotard
  • Pink tights
  • Hair in bun, NO bangs
  • Pink Ballet shoes
• Pre-Ballet/Tap:
  • Pink or Black leotard
  • Pink tights
  • Hair in bun, NO bangs
  • Pink Ballet shoes & Black Tap shoes
• Ballet:
  • Black leotard
  • Pink tights
  • Hair in bun, NO bangs
  • Pink Ballet shoes
• Hip-Hop:
  • Anything flowy and hip (can be worn over ballet attire) — NO JEANS
  • Hair in ponytail
  • RNM Hip Hop Sneakers
• Jazz:
  • Leotard
  • Tights / Black dance bottoms
  • Hair in ponytail or bun
  • Tan jazz shoes
• Contemporary/Modern/Acro:
  • Leotard
  • Tights / Dance bottoms
  • Hair in ponytail or bun
  • Bare feet
• Tap:
  • Leotard
  • Black dance bottoms
  • Hair in ponytail or bun
  • Black tap shoes
• Baton:
  • Leotard / Form-fitting athletic clothing
  • Hair in ponytail or bun
  • Tan jazz shoes

Choosing the Right Dance Wear

The right dance wear makes a big difference in how you move, feel and perform.

• Ask your teacher: They’ll guide you on what’s required for each class.
• Stop by the front desk: We’re happy to answer any questions.
• Shop in-studio: Our RNM Apparel store offers both new and gently used dance gear so you can find what you need, right here at the studio.

Dance with confidence, knowing you’re ready for class from head to toe.