Students of The School of Ballet Tucson must adhere to all school policies and dress code requirements. Please click the button below to view our policies and scroll down for dress code requirements. If you have any questions, please contact us by phone at (520)623-3373 or email school@ballettucson.org.
*New and returning students will be prompted to read and sign all SBT Policies when registering.
Dress Code
Plain black shirts and black leggings (no logos or mesh) are to be worn for Jazz, Modern, Tap and Lyrical classes only. Black form-fitting shorts are acceptable for Tap class.
Attire
Young Children’s Program and Junior and Senior Program
If you identify as she/her or they/them:
Pink or flesh/skin-colored footed or convertible tights for Ballet based classes (convertible tights are preferable for Levels 4 and above due to Preparation for Pointe and Pointe classes)
Black Leotard for all classes (simple, not too many decorations or straps)
Short or high-low black skirts for Classical Variations classes only
Black shirts and black tights are to be worn for Jazz, Modern, Tap and Lyrical classes only. Black form-fitting shorts are acceptable for Tap class.
A t-shirt, jogger pants or lightweight baggie sweatpants (plain, no patterns) are to be worn for Hip Hop and Improvisation classes only.
*Creative Movement and Pre-Ballet students may option to wear light pink leotard
*Level 7 students may wear colored leotards for Saturday classes only.
Students must change into the standard weekday dress code for all Nutcracker/Showcase rehearsals.
If you identify as he/him or they/them:
Black footed tights for all Ballet based classes
White or Black solid fitted t-shirt or leotard for all Ballet based classes
Dance Belt for all classes
Black shirts and black tights are to be worn for Jazz, Modern, Tap and Lyrical classes only. Black form-fitting shorts are acceptable for Tap class.
A t-shirt, jogger pants or lightweight baggie sweatpants (plain, no patterns) are to be worn for Hip Hop and Improvisation classes only.
*Level 7 students may wear colored shirts and tights for Saturday classes only.
Students must change into the standard weekday dress code for all Nutcracker/Showcase rehearsals.
Teen/Adult Classes
A leotard and tights or activewear that doesn’t constrict your movement is recommended.
Footwear
Young Children’s Program and Junior and Senior Program
If you identify as she/her or they/them, Pink or flesh/skin-colored ballet slippers for Ballet class (full sole recommended for young dancers). If you identify as he/him or they/them, Black Ballet Shoes or White Socks with White Ballet Shoes.
Black pull-on Jazz shoes for Jazz class
Pointe Shoes for various classes depending on level (must be approved by the instructor or Artistic Staff)
Either Converse, Vans, or Keds sneakers for Hip Hop class (MUST be worn in the studio ONLY)
Ankle socks for Lyrical and Improvisation class
Tap shoes for all Tap classes (no split soles). Our instructor recommends the following styles (available at Danswest Danswear in Tucson):
For level 2 Students: Girls Velcro Strap Vegan Tap Shoes (DiscountDance.com)
For levels 3-7: Adult “Tic Tap Toe” Lace Up Tap Shoes (DiscountDance.com)
Teen/Adult Program
Ballet slippers for Ballet and Classical Variations classes
Jazz shoes or ballet slippers for Jazz classes
Jazz shoes or ballet slippers for Dancer Fit class
Bare feet for Bollywood class
All Students
Hair must be neatly tied away from the face and put up in a secure bun for all ballet classes. Secure ponytails are permitted for Jazz, Tap, Modern, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Improvisation and Conditioning classes only.
No watches or jewelry of any kind in classes or rehearsals (except small pierced earrings).
For colder weather: tight fitting, waist high or full body leg warmers are acceptable for barre work only, as the teacher permits.
DO NOT wear dance shoes, including Hip Hop sneakers, outside as this will damage the floors.
DO NOT wear dance clothes outside. This policy reflects concern for the safety of our students. A cover-up over dance clothes is required.
DO NOT use fabric softener on dance clothes or apply lotion before class as this will damage the floors.