At Encore Performers, our dress code serves a clear purpose. Proper dance attire keeps your dancer safe, allows instructors to clearly see and correct physical alignment, and builds a sense of team pride from day one.
Find your dancer's class below for the exact leotard, tights, shoes and hair they need. Everything is listed the way our faculty checks it at the studio door.
Important NotesTights required for hygiene. No jewelry or watches.
Important NotesLabel all shoes with your child's initials on the inside tag.
Important NotesNo skirts or leg warmers during barre work. Stud earrings only.
Important NotesForm-fitting clothing is required so hip alignment is clearly visible.
Important NotesEnsure tap screws are fitted properly to protect studio floors.
Important NotesDesigned for dynamic movement, vocal work, and stagecraft.
Important NotesStreet shoes prohibited: Sneakers must be brought in a bag and worn exclusively in studio.
Important NotesForm-fitting clothing is required so hip alignment is clearly visible. Knee pads may be required for floorwork choreography.
Important NotesWear whatever makes you feel comfortable and confident to move!
Required dancewear, Capezio tights, and specialty shoes (like Bloch Super Jazz or So Danca tap shoes) can be purchased at local dance retail stores in Northern Virginia, such as Liesl Dancewear.
Please do not worry about buying official uniforms or shoes for a trial class! Your child should simply wear comfortable athletic clothes (like leggings and a fitted t-shirt) with socks or any flexible athletic shoes they already own. Once enrolled, our team will help you get fitted for the exact class attire.
Yes! We offer a 2-week grace period for all newly enrolled families to purchase their required dress code items. Students may wear fitted athletic clothing while their dancewear and shoes are being ordered or delivered.
Absolutely. Pre-owned items and hand-me-downs are completely fine as long as they meet the color, style, and fit requirements listed in our table. Please make sure pre-owned tap and ballet shoes fit securely to support healthy foot alignment.
We know family schedules get busy! If a dancer forgets their shoes or uniform, they should still come to class. Instructors will adapt their participation safely (such as focusing on alignment or floorwork in socks) so they never miss out on training.
The moment your child walks in, they will feel it, this is a place to belong, grow, and become who they are meant to be.
Book Your Free Trial ClassDon't worry about the dress code for your first visit, just come ready to move!
