The 8th Count's Dress Code & shoe requirements

*COMPETITION TEAM WILL HAVE DIFFERENT SHOE REQUIREMENTS.
​PLEASE SEE COMPANY PORTAL TAB OR STAFF*

Combo classes & Ballet (9 & under)- 
Attire: Any color Leotard and tights with optional tutu or any activewear.
Shoes: Black Capezio Mary Jane tap shoes recommended, however, any Mary Jane style tap shoes are okay but NO TIES & any brand classic pink ballet shoes (ballet shoe ties should be knotted & then cut off).
Hair: Must be pulled off of face.
Boys: Any brand black lace up tap shoes & any brand black ballet shoes.
Ballet (ages 8+. Under 8 see combo classes)-
Attire: Black leotard and pink or tan tights.
Shoes: Any brand classic pink ballet shoes.
Hair: In a secure bun.
Boys: Any brand black ballet shoes, black pants or shorts with white t-shirt.
Jazz/Lyrical/Contemporary/Poms-
Attire: Form fitting activewear. Tights and dance shorts encouraged.
Shoes: Slip on caramel or skin tone color jazz shoes.
Hair: In a secure ponytail or bun.
Boys: Black slip on jazz shoes for jazz & musical theatre (for lyrical & contemporary see instructor)
Tap (ages 8+. Under 8 see combo classes)-
Attire: Form fitting activewear (not covering feet).
Shoes: Any brand black lace up tap shoes (Bloch or Capezio brands highly encouraged) 
Hair: In secure ponytail or bun.
Hip-Hop- 
Attire: T-shirt or tank top, shorts, leggings or sweatpants. All of the above apparel is acceptable as well.
Shoes: Black & White Converse Chuck Taylor High Tops or any Black & White high top Converse like shoe.
Hair: In secure ponytail or bun.
Acro & Tumbling-
Attire: Form fitting activewear. No loose clothing, as it can be dangerous. 
Shoes: No shoes required; barefoot.
Hair: In a secure ponytail or bun.

​Dance shoes should NEVER be worn outside of the studio.
​It will ruin the shoes, as well as damage our floors.