Derrick Ballet Conservatory Dress Code

To promote discipline, safety, and unity within our classes, all students are expected to follow the dress code outlined below. Please ensure all dancewear is clean, labeled, and properly fitted.

BALLET CLASSES

Leotard (any color — navy preferred for promotional events or guest teacher days)

Pink tights

Pink ballet shoes (So Danca brand preferred)

Hair must be secured in a neat bun

POINTE

Leotard

Pink tights

Pink pointe shoes

Hair in a neat bun

PRE-POINTE

Leotard

Pink tights

Pink ballet shoes (So Danca brand preferred)

Hair in a neat bun

Required Items:

Yoga blocks

Tennis ball, racquetball, or lacrosse ball

Theraband (Available at DBC for $15)

STRETCH & STRENGTH

Leotard

Pink tights

Pink ballet shoes (So Danca brand preferred)

Hair in a neat bun

Required Items:

Yoga blocks

Tennis ball, racquetball, or lacrosse ball

Theraband (Available at DBC for $15)

CREATIVE MOVEMENT

Leotard (navy, blue or pink)

Pink tights

Pink ballet shoes (So Danca brand preferred)

Hair in a neat bun

BOYS BALLET

White fitted t-shirt

Black shorts

White or black socks

White or black ballet shoes

JAZZ

Leotard or fitted athletic top

Tan or pink tights

Sport shorts or leggings

Black or tan jazz shoes (Bloch brand preferred)

Hair in a ponytail

CONTEMPORARY / LYRICAL

Leotard or fitted athletic top

Tan or pink tights

Sport shorts or leggings

Barefoot or dance turners

Hair in a ponytail

ACRO & TUMBLE TOTS

Leotard or fitted athletic top (DBC Acro T-shirt optional)

Sport shorts or leggings

Barefoot or dance turners

Hair in a ponytail

BOYS CONTEMPORARY, JAZZ, OR ACRO

Fitted t-shirt

Shorts or athletic pants

LEAPS & TURNS

Leotard

Pink tights

Pink ballet shoes (So Danca brand preferred)

Hair in a neat bun

Required Item: Ankle weights (1–2 lbs)

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

Label all dance supplies, including shoes, leotards, and personal equipment.

Shoes: Write your dancer’s name on the inside of the shoe.

Clothing: Label the inside tags of leotards, skirts, and other garments.