This page contains the studio dress code requirements, policies and procedures. Dress code applies to all students. If you have any questions, concerns, or comments that are not addressed on this page, please contact us.
In cases of accessibility or similar accommodations -- clothing or otherwise -- please reach out to us to make sure we can create the best environment.
Thank you for choosing KDS!
In cases of accessibility or similar accommodations -- clothing or otherwise -- please reach out to us to make sure we can create the best environment.
Thank you for choosing KDS!
BEGINNERS-JUNIORS TAP/JAZZ (Age 3 - 2nd Grade)
Beginners tap/jazz combo -OR- Juniors tap/jazz combo
Black Leather Ballet Slippers |
Mary Jane Tap Shoes |
When taking the beginners combo, beg. tap/jazz combo, or Jr. tap/jazz combo dancers are required to have black leather ballet slippers and black patent leather Mary Jane style tap shoes.
JUNIORS-ADVANCED BALLET
Bloch Pink Split Sole Ballet Slippers |
Students should have pink split sole ballet slippers in canvas. KDS recommends the Bloch or Balera brands. |
JUNIOR AND INTERMEDIATE POM
Black Gore Jazz Boot |
Black Capezio Free Form |
Students should have the gore jazz boot in black. The black Capezio Free Form shoe is also acceptable.
INTERMEDIATE-ADVANCED JAZZ
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Black Bloch Pulse Jazz Shoe |
Students should have the black Bloch pulse jazz shoes. Capezio Free Form and Gore jazz boot is also acceptable. |
INTERMEDIATE-ADVANCED TAP
Black Gore Style Tap Shoe |
Dancers need the gore style jazz tap in black. Oxford style taps are also acceptable. |
INTERMEDIATE-ADVANCED HIP HOP
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Black Gore Jazz Boot |
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Students need the black Capezio Free Form dance shoe or a black gore jazz boot. Most often we will use sneakers for performances.
TEEN & ADVANCED CLASSICAL BALLET
Students need not purchase pointe shoes until the teacher says they are ready. At that time the shoe should be fit by an expert and selected based on the dancers foot. Just be sure shoes are European pink.
TEEN & ADVANCED LYRICAL
Dancers should have the tan or nude colored demi ballet shoe or turner.
TUMBLING
Students should attend class wearing unitards with fitted, full coverage bottoms and have bare feet!
