Next Step Dance Kodiak
Dance Classes in Kodiak, AK
Next Step Dance Kodiak
Dress Code
Dress code is required for attendance once enrolled, and the class-specific details are listed below:
For all ballet classes, warmups may be worn in cooler months from the start of class through tendus. Warm-ups include dance sweaters, leg warmers or knit body warmers, “trash bag” shorts, or pants. Please no t-shirts or baggy tank tops in class.
*Dancers may wear any color leotard or skirt for rehearsals, private lessons, workshops, etc. *
Light blue or pink leotard or skirted leotard/dress, or black shorts with white, pink, or blue dance shirt. Wrap sweater optional. Tights and ballet shoes.
Lavender leotards, with a lavender skirt if desired. Pink tights, pink ballet slippers. Hair in bun and no bangs.
Ballet Boys: black dance pants or tights, and white shirts, tucked in.
Marine blue leotards and marine blue skirt if desired. Pink tights, pink ballet shoes. Hair in bun and no bangs.
Ballet Boys: black dance pants or tights, and white shirts, tucked in.
Plum leotards and plum or black skirt if desired. Pink convertible tights, pink ballet shoes. Hair in bun and no bangs.
Ballet Boys: black dance pants or tights, and white shirts, tucked in.
Black leotards and any color skirt if desired. Pink convertible tights, pink ballet shoes and pointe shoes if on pointe. Hair in bun and no bangs.Black skirt needed for performances.
Ballet Boys: black dance pants or tights, and white shirts, tucked in.
Black leggings, dance pants, or shorts. Navy, black, or marine blue leotard (preferred) or racer-back style tank top or plain fitted t-shirt. Baggy shirts, street/school clothes, jeans, or baggy sweatshirts will not be permitted. Black tap shoes with tan convertible or footless tights, or bare legs. Pink convertible tights are fine if coming directly from ballet class. Hair securely pulled out of face.
Black leggings, dance pants, or shorts. Navy, black, or marine blue leotard (preferred) or racer-back style tank top or plain fitted t-shirt. Baggy shirts, street/school clothes, jeans, or baggy sweatshirts will not be permitted. Contemporary 3 may wear any color.
Half sole shoes, foot undies, or bare foot (no socks) with tan convertible or footless tights, or bare legs. Pink convertible tights are fine if coming directly from ballet class. Hair securely pulled out of face.
Black leggings, dance pants, or shorts. Navy, black, or marine blue leotard (preferred) or racer-back style tank top or plain fitted t-shirt. Baggy shirts, street/school clothes, jeans, or baggy sweatshirts will not be permitted. Black jazz shoes with tan convertible or footless tights, or bare legs. Pink convertible tights are fine if coming directly from ballet class. Hair securely pulled out of face.
Black leggings, dance pants, or shorts. Navy, black, or marine blue leotard (preferred) or racer-back style tank top or plain fitted t-shirt. Baggy shirts, street/school clothes, jeans, or baggy sweatshirts will not be permitted. Black jazz shoes with tan convertible or footless tights, or bare legs. Pink convertible tights are fine if coming directly from ballet class. Hair securely pulled out of face.
Shorts-style unitards (biketard) or leotard, or tank top or t-shirt & dance shorts. T-shirts must be fitted and able to be tucked into shorts for safety in spotting, and so students don’t get distracted by loose clothing when working upside down. Hair must be pulled back securely into buns or braids. No jewelry, especially bracelets and necklaces, as they can get caught on fabrics with spotting and in silks.
Any color: dance tops such as tank tops or fitted t-shirts, and athletic pants, dance pants, or leggings. No shorts or jeans, or school/street clothes. Shoes worn for Hip Hop must be clean, dance-class-only black Converse style “tennis shoes.” (Does not have to be Converse brand.) Black jazz shoes for Boys funk/jazz classes. Long hair in ponytail, bun, or braids.
Why a Dress Code?
Isn’t dancing just for fun?
Most of our teachers are parents themselves, and we can definitely understand that there are weeks when just getting your child to class is an accomplishment! And when you’re already paying for tuition, it can seem like the icing on the cake to have to purchase certain colored leotards! We wanted to share a few reasons why these details matter and offer a few suggestions to set your student up for success:
– Loose clothing can be dangerous for dancers when spotting. Ill-fitting clothing can easily get tangled when a teacher is spotting a move or when working with apparatuses, such as aerial silks. Having the correct attire also makes it easier for the teacher and the students to see mistakes, and make sure that students are aligned and using the correct muscles, in order to prevent injury. No one wants to have to sit out of class due to a pulled muscle that could’ve been prevented.
– Dancers that are in properly fitting dance clothing are not distracted by their clothing. Tights should be specific dance tights (not sweater tights or something you would wear under a Christmas dress). Leotards should cover their bodies, provide adequate support where needed, and have enough stretch that they stay in place while dancing. Tank tops, pants, and shorts should stay put while dancing and not leave dancers exposed. Most leggings (unless they are specifically sold for athletic activities) are not going to work.
– Dancers shouldn’t be concerned that their hair is going to fall out or be constantly pushing it out of their face. When a dancer is distracted by their hair, it pulls away from their training. Ballet dancers need a bun and all other dancers need a ponytail or hair pulled back in French braids. Bangs should also be pinned back! Most students are going to need an extra hair tie, bobby pins, clips, and a little hairspray for it to be secure. Feeling lost? We can help! We have many years under our belt of putting hair up and can offer some hints to make it easier.
– Dancers that are dressed appropriately are more confident. Most likely your student’s teacher will remind the class about the dress code from time to time. Some kids really take these gentle reminders to heart! Give them one less thing to stress about in class by helping them pack their dance bags, and knowing that they have specific items to bring to the studio, just for their dance class.
At the start of each session, we would encourage parents to look at how much their child is dancing throughout the week and take the time to purchase enough dance wear. One nice leotard and a pair of dance tights are going to be better than several ill-fitting options. Your child will most likely need to try things on to get a good fit. Make them jump up and down and stretch towards their toes. Does everything stay where it should? Dedicate these outfits only for dance class, not for everyday wear. Test run the hair. Find a small bag to keep their shoes in. By taking the time to purchase items specifically for dance class you are sending the message to your child that you believe in them, that what they are doing is really important, and that you are trusting that they are going to work hard and take their training seriously. Set them up for success and keep the focus where it should be… on their dancing!