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where to buy
Phoenix Logowear items including leotards, tops, bottoms, warmups, tights, skirts, and select shoes are to be purchased at the studio. Shoes and undergarments can be through Discount Dance Supply by using the link here:
specific items
Our dress code is very specific. Please ensure your student is in the correct, distinct-number items for all classes.
Why is our dress code important?
Injury Prevention Above all, our dress code is chosen carefully so that the teacher is able to correct your student on posture and alignment, and injury prevention for the ankles, knees, hips, back, shoulders, and neck. Teachers must be able to see that the proper muscles are activated. This allows for safer and more complete dance education, and longevity in your dancer’s body.
Professionalism When all dancers dress the same and follow the rules, it gives the dancers a sense of belonging and community. This aids in teamwork, respect for their fellow classmates, and being synchronized in their movements.
Respect Following the dress code shows respect for your teacher and your studio’s rules. This sense of respect will allow for a better learning experience for your dancer.
Hair For Ballet, wearing the hair in a secure and neat bun actually aids the dancer with technique. When the hair is centered in the middle of the head, and pulled snugly on all sides, the dancer gains a better sense of balance and control over their movements. When the dancers turn and whip their head around (called a spot), the bun allows them to have more of a snap to the movement, resulting in a better turn. For all other classes, if a dancer is doing any jump or turn and their hair falls into their face, they may blink or brush their hair back. This can throw off their movement and result in a trip or fall. Students who are constantly fixing their hair in the middle of class will do so onstage, just from muscle memory, even if their hair is perfect that day!
Shoes Shoes must always fit the dancer’s foot at the time of fitting, and not be too large for “growing room.” Shoes that are too big are a tripping hazard. Shoes that are too small put the dancer at risk of compressed bones, ingrown toenails, and locked up muscles. The shoe may be a little uncomfortable at first. Many young dancers are not used to the feel. Shoes stretch and break in, and become more comfortable with time, use, and sweat. Shoes should never be worn outside of the studio, as it ruins the material, and can track dirt and debris inside which can harm the dance floor.
Professionalism When all dancers dress the same and follow the rules, it gives the dancers a sense of belonging and community. This aids in teamwork, respect for their fellow classmates, and being synchronized in their movements.
Respect Following the dress code shows respect for your teacher and your studio’s rules. This sense of respect will allow for a better learning experience for your dancer.
Hair For Ballet, wearing the hair in a secure and neat bun actually aids the dancer with technique. When the hair is centered in the middle of the head, and pulled snugly on all sides, the dancer gains a better sense of balance and control over their movements. When the dancers turn and whip their head around (called a spot), the bun allows them to have more of a snap to the movement, resulting in a better turn. For all other classes, if a dancer is doing any jump or turn and their hair falls into their face, they may blink or brush their hair back. This can throw off their movement and result in a trip or fall. Students who are constantly fixing their hair in the middle of class will do so onstage, just from muscle memory, even if their hair is perfect that day!
Shoes Shoes must always fit the dancer’s foot at the time of fitting, and not be too large for “growing room.” Shoes that are too big are a tripping hazard. Shoes that are too small put the dancer at risk of compressed bones, ingrown toenails, and locked up muscles. The shoe may be a little uncomfortable at first. Many young dancers are not used to the feel. Shoes stretch and break in, and become more comfortable with time, use, and sweat. Shoes should never be worn outside of the studio, as it ruins the material, and can track dirt and debris inside which can harm the dance floor.