Class Dress Code
Coming to class properly dressed is a part of the discipline associated with taking baton, acro or dance class. At Forte, our dress code is designed so teachers can see the athlete's body lines, including posture, arms, legs and feet. In addition, the appropriate practice clothing, shoes and grooming helps keep a safe environment for all athletes. Please review the specific dress code for each class below. Any student not following dress code will be asked to sit out.
Where do I purchase attire for my athlete?
Check out our online dance store! You can shop virtually at our studio's online dance boutique. You are able to view dress codes by class/age and shop some cute dance wear options.
The shoes listed for Ballet, Jazz and Baton classes are required to be purchased through our online boutique. However, you may purchase dance wear from anywhere you'd like as long as it matches Forte's dress code.
When your child comes to class, please make sure that their shoes, bags, water bottles, jackets, batons etc. are labeled with their name! Batons are available for use in-studio during class.
Where do I purchase attire for my athlete?
Check out our online dance store! You can shop virtually at our studio's online dance boutique. You are able to view dress codes by class/age and shop some cute dance wear options.
The shoes listed for Ballet, Jazz and Baton classes are required to be purchased through our online boutique. However, you may purchase dance wear from anywhere you'd like as long as it matches Forte's dress code.
When your child comes to class, please make sure that their shoes, bags, water bottles, jackets, batons etc. are labeled with their name! Batons are available for use in-studio during class.
Attire for Ages 4 to 6 Years
Tutu & Tumble
Ballet shoes REQUIRED (you may choose either of the styles listed on our online boutique - the No Tie ones come in smaller sizes for smaller feet). Any color leotard allowed. Tutus, skirts, or form-fitting jazz shorts may be worn over. Tights are not required, but can be worn if desired. Hair must be pulled out of face and up in a bun.
Twirl and Tumble
Jazz dance shoe REQUIRED. Any color or style top, jazz shorts, leggings, leotard, tutus, etc. allowed. No baggy t-shirt, pants or pull on skirts. Hair must be pulled off face and up in bun, braid or ponytail.
Tots in Motion
Jazz dance shoe REQUIRED. Any color or style top, jazz shorts, leggings, leotard, etc. allowed. No baggy t-shirt, pants or pull on skirts. Hair must be pulled off face and up in bun, braid or ponytail.
Tumble Tots
Bare feet REQUIRED. Any color or style top, jazz shorts, leotard, tutus, etc. No baggy t-shirt or pants. Hair must be pulled off face and up in bun, braid or ponytail.
Ballet shoes REQUIRED (you may choose either of the styles listed on our online boutique - the No Tie ones come in smaller sizes for smaller feet). Any color leotard allowed. Tutus, skirts, or form-fitting jazz shorts may be worn over. Tights are not required, but can be worn if desired. Hair must be pulled out of face and up in a bun.
Twirl and Tumble
Jazz dance shoe REQUIRED. Any color or style top, jazz shorts, leggings, leotard, tutus, etc. allowed. No baggy t-shirt, pants or pull on skirts. Hair must be pulled off face and up in bun, braid or ponytail.
Tots in Motion
Jazz dance shoe REQUIRED. Any color or style top, jazz shorts, leggings, leotard, etc. allowed. No baggy t-shirt, pants or pull on skirts. Hair must be pulled off face and up in bun, braid or ponytail.
Tumble Tots
Bare feet REQUIRED. Any color or style top, jazz shorts, leotard, tutus, etc. No baggy t-shirt or pants. Hair must be pulled off face and up in bun, braid or ponytail.
Attire for Ages 6 and Up
Ballet
Canvas-sole ballet shoes REQUIRED. Any color leotard with skin tone OR pink tights REQUIRED. Ballet skirt may be worn over if desired (no tutus). Hair must be pulled out of face and up in a bun.
Acro Level Primary - 2
Acro Level 3 - 4
Acro Level 5+
Leotard REQUIRED. Any style/color allowed. Form-fitting jazz shorts may be worn over. No leggings. Bare feet required. Hair pulled off face, in bun, braid or ponytail.
Jazz and/or Hip-Hop
Jazz dance shoe REQUIRED. Any color or style form-fitting dance top, cami or tank top with jazz shorts or leggings (leotards also okay). Hair must be pulled out of face and up in a bun, braid or ponytail.
Baton Twirling
Majorette Skills
Performance/Primary/Competition Team
Jazz dance shoe REQUIRED. Any color or style form-fitting dance top, cami or tank top with jazz shorts, running shorts or leggings (leotards also okay). Hair must be pulled out of face and up in a bun.