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?
At this time, Forte is not selling merchandise in-studio. We recommend purchasing athletic dance wear online or from any athletic store you like - Target has some cute athletic gear for children! For the jazz dance (baton classes) and ballet shoes (ballet classes) that are required in class, we do not have a required brand. However, we've listed some recommended options below. Please be sure to double check the sizing information when you order, as jazz/ballet shoes are sized differently from regular shoes!
Amazon: Capezio jazz shoe
Amazon: Bloch jazz shoe
Amazon: Bloch ballet shoe (canvas-sole ballet flats preferred)
Amazon: Ballet tights (pink tights required for ages 6+)
Check out Discount Dance or Dancewear Solutions for more online options!
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?
At this time, Forte is not selling merchandise in-studio. We recommend purchasing athletic dance wear online or from any athletic store you like - Target has some cute athletic gear for children! For the jazz dance (baton classes) and ballet shoes (ballet classes) that are required in class, we do not have a required brand. However, we've listed some recommended options below. Please be sure to double check the sizing information when you order, as jazz/ballet shoes are sized differently from regular shoes!
Amazon: Capezio jazz shoe
Amazon: Bloch jazz shoe
Amazon: Bloch ballet shoe (canvas-sole ballet flats preferred)
Amazon: Ballet tights (pink tights required for ages 6+)
Check out Discount Dance or Dancewear Solutions for more online options!
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
Itty Bitty Ballet
Any color leotard. Tutus, skirts, or form-fitting jazz shorts may be worn over. Tights are not required, but can be worn if desired. Ballet flats (shoes) required. Hair must be pulled out of face and up in a bun.
Twirl and Tumble
Any color or style top, jazz shorts, leotard, tutus, etc. No baggy t-shirt or pants. Jazz dance shoe required. Hair must be pulled off face and up in bun, braid or ponytail.
Any color leotard. Tutus, skirts, or form-fitting jazz shorts may be worn over. Tights are not required, but can be worn if desired. Ballet flats (shoes) required. Hair must be pulled out of face and up in a bun.
Twirl and Tumble
Any color or style top, jazz shorts, leotard, tutus, etc. No baggy t-shirt or pants. Jazz dance shoe required. Hair must be pulled off face and up in bun, braid or ponytail.
Attire for Ages 6 and Up
Ballet
Any color leotard with pink tights. Ballet skirt may be worn over if desired (no tutus). Canvas-sole ballet shoes required (any color/style). Hair must be pulled out of face and up in a bun.
Pre-Acro and Flexibility
Acro Level Primary - 2
Acro Level 3 - 4
Acro Level 5+
Any color leotard. Form-fitting jazz shorts may be worn over. Bare feet required. Hair pulled off face, in bun, braid or ponytail.
Baton Twirling I
Baton Twirling II
Majorette Skills
Jazz & Contemporary
Performance/Competition Team
Any color or style form-fitting dance top, cami or tank top with jazz shorts, running shorts or leggings (leotards also okay). Jazz dance shoe required. Hair must be pulled out of face and up in a bun.