DRESS CODE
Students follow a dress code that reflects professionalism and discipline. This allows instructors to see body lines and make appropriate corrections. In order to protect the dance floor, dance shoes should be kept clean and are not to be worn outside the studio.
Hair must be pulled back in a sleek pony, braid, or bun and kept away from the face. No jewelry of any kind should be worn to class. Proper hair and no jewelry are a matter of safety, not fashion.
BDA reserves the right to have students sit out of class if not in appropriate attire. It is very important that all dance shoes, bags, etc., are labeled with the student’s name. We highly suggest the cost-effective, durable, practical, and colorful SHOE labels for your dance shoes, dance bag, jackets and coats, water bottles, dancewear, and your kids’ stuff – which you can find at www.oliverslabels.com/bellevuedanceacademy.
BDA is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
CLASS SPECIFICS
MOVE + GROOVE
Uniform: Streetwear that allows for movement-nothing tight or saggy.
Shoes: regular tennis shoes (PLEASE USE TENNIS SHOES DEDICATED FOR DANCE CLASS ONLY – NEVER OUTSIDE) or standard ballet shoes. If the child does not have shoes dedicated to the dance floor he/she will have to go barefoot. Socks are not safe!!!
DANCE ADVENTURES
This adventure starts with a very special REQUIRED dance attire. Its great start to set the standard for wearing a uniform dance attire to class. It is easy and simple to order at https://www.DiscountDance.com/search/mylist:372708
Girls will have the mint green Theatricals ruffled front tutu dress with pink tights and Pink ballet shoes
Boys can wear a BDA or plain solid T-shirt and plain Black shorts, with Black ballet shoes. Or boys can order from the boy's options at https://www.DiscountDance.com/search/mylist:372708
(Absolutely No Slippers please)
BOYS/MEN
Uniform: Solid black leggings, tights or shorts with any solid color t-shirt or BDA t-shirt.
The teacher will need to see body lines to make appropriate corrections.
Shoes: Black ballet shoes, Black jazz shoes, Black Tap Shoes
BALLET CLASSES
Uniform: Black leotard and pink tights. No shorts or skirts.
Shoes: Pink or skin tone ballet shoes
Pointe shoes will be needed for the Pointe class. Your instructor will advise you on how to buy pointe shoes. They are very specific, please do not try to go and buy them without instruction first.
TAP + JAZZ CLASSES
Uniform: any color Leo with pink or tan/caramel tights.
Shoes: black tap shoes and caramel/tan or skin tone jazz shoes.
Shorts and skirts are optional for tap and jazz. Remember, ballet is leotard and tights only.
CLOGGING
Uniform: any color Leo with pink or tan/caramel tights. Shorts and skirts are optional.
Shoes: Registered students will receive specific instructions on the purchase of clogging shoes.
CONTEMPORARY
Uniform: Any color leotard, pink or tan tights, dance shorts, or comfortable dance clothing to move in. (nothing tight or saggy)
Shoes: Lyrical half-sole shoes or bare feet.
ACRO
Uniform: Any color, leotard, or unitard. Must have bare feet. Absolutely NO loose t-shirts or tight jeans/pants.
BROADWAY
Uniform: streetwear that allows movement-Nothing tight or saggy.
Shoes: regular tennis shoes or jazz shoes (THESE SHOES MUST ONLY BE WORN IN CLASS – NEVER OUTSIDE)
POM
Uniform: streetwear that allows movement-No Jeans. Nothing tight or saggy.
Shoes: Caramel/tan or skin tone Jazz Shoes
HIP HOP
Uniform: streetwear that allows movement-No Jeans. Nothing tight or saggy.
Shoes: Black Converse (THESE SHOES MUST ONLY BE WORN IN CLASS – NEVER OUTSIDE
PLEASE REMEMBER:
Dress code is about safety, discipline and professionalism
Not sure what to get or want to shop from home?
As parents ourselves, we know the value of quality and affordable dancewear! To help you with this, we have partnered with Discount Dance to provide you with everything you need and have it mailed directly to your home!
Shop the Dress Code for BDA online
To get a BDA exclusive discount, at check out, use the “Teacher ID” - 101558. You will receive 8% off of your order!
We also have CAPEZIO SIZERS to help you buy NEW SHOES!!!
Please feel free to stop by the front desk with any questions you might have about proper dance attire!
Want to shop local?
We love to recommend Bobby’s Dancewear! They can help you find just what you need.
Bobby’s Dancewear, 13471 West Center Road, Omaha, NE 68144, 402-334-1225
We have coupons at our front desk. If you forget to pick one up, just tell them you are with Bellevue Dance Academy and they will honor the discount.
Don’t Forget our BDA Foot Locker
If you need a new pair of shoes but aren’t ready to purchase new ones, you can check our BDA foot locker. Here’s how it works. It’s really simple…
When you need a pair, leave a spare! Just leave your old shoes and take a bigger size in exchange. We thank you for paying it forward with your used shoes as well. This handy dandy foot locker is also super helpful for when someone might forget their shoes at home or in Dad’s car. Because that never happens to any of us, right?
Obviously, not all sizes will be available as we are limited to what sizes are brought in.
ARE YOU READY FOR DANCE CLASS?
★ Is your hair pulled back out of your face?
★ Did you take a drink?
★ Go to the bathroom?
★ Take off distracting clothing and jewelry?
★ Put your things away neatly?
★ No food, gum or candy?
★ Have on your leotard?
★ Have on your tights?