Hello awesome dance families.

We want to be sure you are all prepared for your dance classes and knew exactly what you needed wear. Often when a dancer puts on a costume for the first time, their dance really comes alive. It helps them transform into the character they are meant to be and can take their performance to a new level. In the same way, dressing appropriately for class helps our dancers to focus and give their classwork the respect and effort it deserves.

Dancers succeed by being dressed appropriately for dance class every week.  Be sure to have all the appropriate shoes and attire the BEFORE your class.  We WILL NOT have time to do it the same day as your class so please schedule an appointment @ 818 426-4784.

If you have any questions about what is required for your specific class please shoot us an email?

HAIR IS ALWAYS PULLED BACK AND OFF THE FACE

We Sell Jazz Shoes, Knee Pads, Leotards, Ballet Skirts and Tights. We also have a bin of genty used jazz and ballet shoes for $5 as dancers grow out of their shoes

We Do Not Sell New Ballet Shoes

GeneRaTion DCD Dance & Tumbling Dress Code

GENERAL DANCERS DRESS CODE FOR ALL CLASSES

Youth, Adult, Hip Hop, Jazz, Theatrical, Technique, Ballet, Drop Ins 

  • No jeans, dresses or skirts (unless it is an approved ballet outfit)

  • No shorts and No crop tops for youth classes (ages 12 and under)

  • No baggy clothes that cover ankles and torsos in jazz and technique classes

  • No hoop earrings, no beaded bracelets, no smart watches

  • Hair pulled back and tied out of the face

  • Shoes each class is different so see classes below

    NOTE: For technique classes, we must be able to see ankles and lines. Ballet 2 must be able to see knees. No baggy clothes.

DANCERS DRESS CODE

MY 1st Dance/My 1st Ballet Class & Dancing to the Hits/Preschool Ballet Classes:

Come dressed in ballet and have a t-shirt to put on over for a quick change to hip hop.

Shoes: Tennis shoes with clean soles and ballet shoes

 

Hip Hop 101, 102, 103, Theatrical, Friday Combo Classes:

Comfortable non baggy clothes, no jeans, shorts, dresses, skirts or crop tops. We must be able to see ankles and lines.

Shoes: Jazz shoes and Tennis shoes with clean soles

Jazz Youth/Adult Classes:

Comfortable non baggy clothes, no jeans, shorts, dresses, skirts or crop tops. We must be able to see ankles and lines.

Shoes: Jazz shoes

Hip Hop Adult Classes:

Comfortable clothes, no jeans, shorts, dresses, skirts or crop tops.

Shoes: Tennis shoes with clean soles

Hip Hop/Jazz Adult Saturday Combo Classes:

Comfortable non baggy clothes, no jeans, shorts, dresses, skirts or crop tops. We must be able to see ankles and lines.

Shoes: Jazz shoes and Tennis shoes with clean soles

Technique/Conditioning Classes:

Comfortable non baggy clothes, no jeans, shorts, dresses, skirts or crop tops. We must be able to see ankles and lines.

Shoes: Jazz shoes & Tennis shoes with clean soles

Level 2 and PPDE Combo Classes:

Comfortable non baggy clothes, no jeans, shorts, dresses, skirts or crop tops. We must be able to see ankles and lines.

Shoes: Jazz shoes and Tennis shoes with clean soles

Level 3, 4 and PDE Combo Classes:

Comfortable non baggy clothes, no jeans, shorts, dresses, skirts or crop tops. We must be able to see ankles and lines.

Shoes: Jazz shoes, Ballet shoes, Paws & Tennis shoes with clean soles

Technique/Conditioning Classes:

Comfortable non baggy clothes, no jeans, shorts, dresses, skirts or crop tops. We must be able to see ankles and lines.

Shoes: Jazz shoes & Tennis shoes with clean soles

 Miss Sammys Ballet 1 and 2 Technique Classes:

For Ballet we must be able to see the lines from the ankle to the knee. No baggy clothes.

Ballet shoes are required in ballet class

Things to think about when buying ballet shoes!  You might have to sew your own elastic straps to the shoes and that’s totally normal. There is lots of YouTube tutorials. 

Color: Buy ones that are close to your skin tone. Light skin tones or someone who has pink undertones or pink/white tights should buy pink ballet shoes. Warmer tones or someone who wears tan tights should buy tan ballet shoes. Men can wear tan, white or black ballet shoes

Full Sole: There is a thin leather pad sewn to the back of the ballet shoes, known as the sole. For full-sole shoes, this sole stretches from the toe to the heel, providing extra stability. This is best for young children and beginners who have little to no experience in ballet who needs to focus on building foot strength. (I would recommend a full sole level 1) 

Split-Sole: As one gains more experience, that is when split-sole shoes come in. The sole is split into two portions. This type of shoes gives more emphasis to the point of the foot. (I would recommend a spilt sole for level 2) 

 Leather vs canvas:

Leather: Harder material, improves/helps with foot strength, more durable, higher price Canvas: Machine washable, easy to form to foot, less durable, lower price 

Recomendations: Level 1 Leather full sole Level 2 Canvas split sole. Below are some shoes that I have used and love but you don’t have to buy these exact ones.     

BLOCH Womens "Performa" Stretch Canvas Ballet Shoes Recommended for Level 2

Capezio Adult "Hanami" Canvas Split Sole Ballet Slipper Recommended For Level 2

Bloch Child "Bunny Hop" Leather Full Sole Ballet Shoes Recommended For Level 1

TUMBLING DRESS CODE

All Tumbling Classes:

Comfortable non baggy clothes you can move in freely, no jeans, dresses, or crop tops. You may wear a leotard or a biketard. Pleases note that tumblers must be fully covered as they will be going upside. We must be able to see lines from the ankles to the knee.

PLEASE BRING SOCKS, SHOES ARE NOT NEEDED

FLASHMOB DRESS CODE

Comfortable clothes you can move in & Tennis shoes

EVERYONE BRING WATER!!!!!

*Just another friendly reminder to be sure to have all the appropriate shoes and attire the BEFORE your class and to schedule an appointment. @ 818 426-4784