top of page

Why Wear a Uniform?

We strive to maintain an environment that fosters excellence and artistic expression. Our commitment to maintaining a uniform policy is rooted in enhancing your dance journey. Here are four reasons why it's not just a guideline but a crucial part of your dance experience:

Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. To change and reuse text themes, go to Site Styles.

No. 1

It creates structure which fosters a more focussed and fully immersive class.

No. 3

In proper dance attire, the dancer's lines and body placement becomes more visible. The ensures that teacher is able to address and refine any postural issues.

No. 2

It helps dancers mentally connect with their surroundings. This means they step into the studio with the right mindset.

No. 4

It is a sign of respect to the dance form. It symbolises a commitment to the art.

Dress the part, feel the part!

POLICY

Classes: All Dance Central dancers are asked to wear the designated uniform as per the below policy in ALL classes.

 

Examinations: Specific uniforms are compulsory for all examinations. Please refer to the requirements outlined for each examination level.

All Dance Central uniforms are available from:

 

Dance Biz

dancebiz.co.nz

027 248 3720

64 Miro Street, Taupo

Classes

Hair must always be in a bun and any hair wisps securely pinned out of the face.

Leotard

- Any style of leotard with or without a skirt/tutu. Boys can wear any type of leggings or ballet shorts with or without a skirt/tutu. 

- In winter, leg warmers, thermal tops, or wrap-around cardigans may be worn over the uniform. NO jackets or oversized polar fleeces as this hinders movement and posture. 

Footwear

- Any style ballet flats. Preferably pink for females and white/black for males. Canvas or leather flats are recommended.

- Demi-pointe shoes with ribbons (for Intermediate - Advanced 2)

- Pointe shoes with ribbons (for Intermediate Foundation - Advanced 2)
 

Examinations

The Royal Academy of Dance expects that all candidates wear the uniform listed for each grade. All uniform should be clear and well-fitting. Hair is to be neat, tidy, and styled off the face and neck - long hair in a bun.

Pre-primary and Primary

- Baby pink leotard

- Leather/canvas ballet shoes with elastic

- Pink ballet socks

Baby pink skirt is supplied. 

Grades 1-3

- Lilac leotard with ballet tights (can wear a plain Lilac skirt - please note ALL dancers in the exam group must wear the same style skirt - discuss with teacher).

- Leather/canvas ballet shoes with elastic

- Character shoes | Grade 1+2 low heel (recommended) | Grade 3 cuban heel (recommended)

- Character skirt with lilac/purple ribbons

Waist elastic is supplied. 

Grades 4 + 5

- Raspberry leotard with ballet tights (can wear a plain Raspberry skirt - please note ALL dancers in the exam group must wear the same style skirt - discuss with teacher).

- Leather/canvas ballet shoes with elastic

- Cuban heel character shoes

- Pink ribbon character skirt

Waist elastic is supplied.

Grade 6-8

- Black leotard with ballet tights

- Leather/canvas ballet shoes with elastic

- Cuban heel character shoes

- Long black chiffon character skirt 

Waist elastic supplied. 

Discovering Repetoire 

- Black leotard with ballet tights

- Leather/canvas ballet shoes with elastic

- Black skirt (supplied)

Half tutu supplied also. 

Vocational

- Black leotard with ballet tights

- Leather/canvas ballet shoes with elastic or ribbons

- Demi-Pointe shoes (for Intermediate to Advanced 2) optional

- Pointe shoes (for Intermediate Foundation to Advanced 2)

- Variation skirt and tutu optional

APDA Ballet 

- Exam uniform colour/style to be discussed by teacher.

- In general - Leotard and short plain skirt matching the leotard colour.

- Ballet tights

- Leather/Canvas Ballet shoe with elastic

 

bottom of page