Grover Beach, CA - Ballet Clothing, Dance Attire, Dance Wear

Grover Beach, CA - Ballet Clothing, Dance Attire, Dance Wear - Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap Clothing

Dress Code/Etiquette

Coastal Dance and Music Academy

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Dress Code & CDMA Studio Etiquette

What Should We Wear to Class?

The following is a guide to required class attire. Please practice appropriate hygiene and refrain from wearing fragrances. Please wear deodorant as needed and reapply as necessary. If skin can be seen through holes in tights, the tights may not be worn. Small runs in tights may be stopped with nail polish and still worn (for class only, not performances.)

Preschool Dance & Beginning Combo

Females

•Tights with leotard and skirt
•Appropriate shoes (generally ballet shoes and tap shoes, we have a “shoe exchange” to make it easy when trying your first class!)

Males

•Comfortable shorts and t-shirt
•Appropriate shoes (black ballet shoes and tap shoes)

Ballet (All levels except Preschool Dance & Ballet/Jazz/Tap)

Females

•Black Leotard, ballet pink tights, pink ballet flats or pointes depending upon class.
•Optional wear includes CDMA or other black tank or baby tee, ballet skirt (must be no longer than mid-thigh), dance shorts, dance sweaters and leg warmers, black or pink required. (All optional wear must be form fitting. If unsure, ask your instructor.)

Males

•Black or white men’s tights or above the knee black jazz pants or shorts, black or white T-shirt or tank, black or white ballet flats.
•Optional wear includes CDMA or other shirt, dance sweater and leg warmers, black or white required. (All optional wear must be form fitting. If unsure, ask your instructor.)

Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Tap & Performance Repertory

Females

•Leotard (any color), tan, pink or black tights, jazz or athletic pants, dance shorts or dance capris, or ballet attire and appropriate shoes.
•Optional wear includes CDMA or other form fitting clothing, dance sweater, leg warmers, black, white or pink preferred.

Males

•Jazz or athletic pants, dance shorts or dance capris, T-shirt or tank, white, black or CDMA shirts preferred.
•Optional wear includes CDMA or other form fitting clothing, dance sweater, leg warmers, black or white preferred.

Hip Hop, Street Jazz, Breakdance, Pilates & Fitness

•Athletic wear and Converse-type shoes with flat sole, no tread. Shoes must only be worn on dance floor, never outside as this brings oil and dirt onto the dance floor.

Senior Classes

•Dance or athletic wear and appropriate shoes with flat sole, no tread. Shoes must only be worn on dance floor, never outside as this brings oil and dirt onto the dance floor.

Dancer Etiquette

As a courtesy to your instructor and fellow students, we ask that you follow our etiquette guidelines when dancing at Coastal Dance and Music Academy. Your best behavior before, during, and after class will make you stand out as a serious and committed dance student!

•Be on time. If you are late, wait at the entrance to the dance floor until your instructor invites you to join the class. Dancers who arrive more than 15 minutes late will be asked to observe the class, to avoid injuries.
•Make sure your hair is pulled back and off your face. Long hair must be worn in a bun.
•Practice good hygiene. Avoid using perfumes or scented lotions before class, as they can irritate others. Be sure to apply deodorant before class.
•Come wearing proper dance attire. (See Requirements and Information)
•Gum, food, and drinks (except for bottled water) are not allowed on the dance floors.
•Street shoes are not allowed on the dance floors.
•Do not talk during class unless your instructor asks you to.
•Do not sit down or lean against the barre or wall unless asked to do so.
•If you need to leave the dance floor, wait for an appropriate time, then ask your instructor’s permission. Try not to interrupt.
•Always treat your instructor and fellow dancers with respect and courtesy.
•Stand behind your instructor when he or she is giving choreography or demonstrating.
•Be aware of your space, as well as the space of your fellow dancers.
•Be focused and open to corrections given by your teacher. You are here to learn!
•Do your homework, and practice your choreography at home when asked to do so.
•When possible, let your instructor know ahead of time if you will be absent.
•Always strive to do your best.
•Always complete any dance combination or steps you are given, even if incorrect. Otherwise, you may get in the way of other dancers, and you will definitely cheat yourself!
•To show respect to your instructor, to yourself, to your fellow dancers, and to all who have danced before you, join in clapping at the end of class.
•Show pride in your studio by keeping it clean. Recycle, throw away trash, and take your belongings when you leave.