Owned by Angela Blocker, Studio Detroit Dance Center is a multipurpose dance studio that offers a myriad of services to the Detroit community and its surrounding metro areas. It serves dancers of all talent levels by offering a reciprocal learning environment experience. New, inexperienced dancers are able to garner skills and tips from seasoned professionals, while the professionals are inspired by the aspirations, passion, and innovative approaches of new students.
UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS
Studio Detroit Dance Center Uniform Policy
At Studio Detroit Dance Center (SDDC), we require all students to wear the proper uniform and shoes to maintain a professional and disciplined environment. Wearing the correct attire allows our instructors to see alignment, posture, and technique clearly, ensuring that each dancer receives the best training possible.
Class-Specific Uniform Requirements
Twinkle Toes, Raise the Barre, Tumble & Pop, Tiny Tumbling
Shoes: Pink leather ballet shoes, black Mary Jane beginner tap shoes.
Leotard: Any color (optional ballet skirt, tutu, or dance shorts).
Tights: Pink or tan.
Hair: Pulled away from the face; beads should be tied up in a ponytail. For tumbling classes, avoid hairstyles with accessories on top of the head.
Primary Ballet/Tap, Ballet I, Jazz I
Shoes:
Ballet: Pink leather or canvas ballet shoes.
Tap: Black Mary Jane beginner tap shoes (patent leather with bow or strap).
Jazz: Black laceless jazz shoes.
Attire:
Ballet: Pink or black leotard (optional ballet skirt or tutu).
Tap & Jazz: Pink or black leotard (optional leggings, shorts, or jazz pants).
Tights: Skin-tone.
Hair: Pulled away from the face.
Ballet II, Ballet III, Ballet IV, Pointe, Teen Ballet
Shoes: Pink canvas ballet shoes (leather shoes are not permitted).
Leotard: Black (optional black dance shorts or ballet skirt).
Tights: Black or skin-tone.
Hair: Neatly secured away from the face.
Acro/Tumbling, African Dance Classes
Shoes: No shoes required.
Attire: Form-fitting dance or gymnastics attire.
Tights: Skin-tone or none.
Hair: Low ponytail or bun, pulled back from the face.
Jazz Classes
Shoes: Black laceless jazz shoes.
Attire: Leotards, crop tops, tank tops, dance shorts, jazz pants, or leggings.
Tights: Skin-tone or black.
Hair: Neatly secured away from the face.
Hip-Hop Classes
Shoes: All-black lightweight running shoes.
Attire: Loose-fitting clothing such as sweatpants, leggings, tank tops, or t-shirts. Visible leotards and tights are not allowed.
Hair: Pulled away from the face.
Note: Jeans and street clothes are not permitted.
Lyrical, Technique Classes, Company Classes, Tap I-IV, Musical Theater
Shoes:
Lyrical, Technique, Company, Musical Theater: Tan or black laceless jazz shoes.
Tap: Beginner/intermediate double-sole black tap shoes (patent leather beginner tap shoes are not allowed).
Attire: Leotards, crop tops, tank tops, dance shorts, jazz pants, or leggings.
Tights: Skin-tone or black.
Hair: Neatly secured away from the face.
General Guidelines
Uniform Compliance: All students must be in the correct uniform and shoes by the first class in October for the Fall season and first class in February for the Winter season.
Failure to Comply: If a student is not dressed properly, they may be asked to observe instead of participating.
Additional Information
Uniform Purchase:
Dance uniforms and shoes must be purchased from an approved dancewear provider. Check with the studio for specific recommendations.
Loaner Shoe Program:
The loaner shoe program is currently suspended.
Costume Orders for Performances:
Dance tights, warm-up suits, and duffle bags are available for purchase through the studio during recital season.
Costumes will only be distributed to students with a $0 balance on their accounts.
If you have any questions about the uniform policy, please ask your instructor or contact the front desk for assistance.