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DRESS CODE
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Our dress code helps create a focused, safe, and supportive learning environment. Proper dancewear allows instructors to assess technique, alignment, and movement while helping dancers feel confident and prepared for class.
At Momentum Dance Maui, we celebrate every dancer and value body positivity and inclusivity. If you have questions or concerns about our dress code, please reach out—we're happy to help.
 

  • Dancewear should allow for safe movement and be free of inappropriate words or graphics.

  • No watches, jewelry, or loose accessories.

  • Dance shoes should only be worn inside the studio.

  • Dancewear should be clean and in good condition.

  • Hair should be neatly secured away from the face.

  • Good personal hygiene is expected.


Please bring dancewear, shoes, and personal belongings in a labeled dance bag. A designated storage area is provided, and lost-and-found items will be kept for up to two weeks.

    • Ballerina's are required to wear:

      • Pink ballet slippers

      • Pink or flesh tone tights

    • Each ballet level is assigned a specific color for leotards and skirts:

      • Creative Ballet & Pre-Ballet - PINK

      • Ballet levels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 - BLACK

      • Level 6 Ballet can wear any color

    • Dancers en pointe should be prepared with pre-sewn shoes, proper padding, and any other accessories they might require

    • Dancers with long hair should always arrive to class with their hair in a tidy bun

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    BOYS:

    • Black tights or shorts

    • Fitted black or white top

    • Black or white ballet shoes

  • CLOTHING

    • Athletic apparel or dance wear including leotards, fitted tops, bike shorts or leggings

    • NO overly baggy clothing or jeans

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    SHOES

    • All jazz classes: Both tan and black Jazz shoes for class and performances 

    • Turns & Tricks: ​Jazz shoes, pirouette shoes, or ballet slippers are acceptable (NO socks)

    • Contemporary: Dancers should get used to dancing barefoot. If you choose to wear shoes, please use ballet slippers or pirouette shoes. Please be cautious if you choose to wear socks as certain types can be very slippery. We recommend dance specific socks like APOLLA Shocks. 

  • CLOTHING

    • Loose fitting tops, athletic pants (NO SHORTS!) Dancers WILL be on the floor and on their knees.

    • NO jeans, skirts or dresses

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    SHOES

    • Dancers should always be wearing sneakers that they can put on by themselves. Younger kids should have sneakers with elastic laces or velcro. Bare feet or crocs are UNACCEPTABLE. 

  • CLOTHING

    • Athletic apparel or dance wear including leotards, fitted tops, bike shorts or leggings

    • NO overly baggy clothing or jeans

     

    SHOES

dance wear resources

MDM carries tights and select leotards in the studio lobby as well as exclusive MDM apparel. For all other dance wear needs, shop at any of the resources below.

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