Legacy's
Dress Code
Wearing the correct dance attire is more than just looking neat—it helps you move safely, comfortably, and confidently. Proper clothing allows instructors to see your body alignment and technique clearly, which is essential for learning and improving your skills. Shoes designed for each style protect your feet and joints, while secured hair keeps your vision clear and prevents accidents.
Dressing appropriately also shows respect for yourself, your classmates, and your teachers, and it helps create a focused and professional studio environment. Ultimately, the right attire lets you express yourself freely, perform at your best, and enjoy dance safely.
Acro (All Levels)
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Fitted leotard with gymnastics/dance/spandex shorts or pants, or sports bra (no tights required)
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No loose-fitting clothing allowed
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Shoes: Barefoot
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Hair: Must be secured back from the face
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Ballet & Pointe
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Leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes
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OR skin tone tights with matching ballet shoes
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Pointe shoes only when approved by the teacher
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Hair: Worn in a secure bun
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Note: Teachers will determine closer to performance time whether costumes require pink or skin tone tights and shoes.
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Jazz & Tap
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Leotard or sports bra with dance shorts or dance pants (no running shorts)
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Tights are optional
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Shoes:
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Skin tone jazz shoes
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Black tap shoes
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Beginning, Intermediate & Advanced Levels: Oxford-style tap shoes required
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Hair: Must be secured back from the face
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Hip Hop
Hip Hop is all about self-expression and embracing the urban culture. Your outfit should mirror this energetic vibe:​
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Shoes: Sneakers (specific shoes for performances will be announced closer to the event)
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Hair: Must be secured back from the face
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Contemporary & Modern
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Leotard or sports bra with dance shorts or dance pants (no running shorts)
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Tights are optional
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Shoes: Barefoot (pirouette shoes optional if requested by instructor)
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Hair: Must be secured back from the face
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For Our Boys! (We Love Our Boys!)
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Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, or Tap:
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White or black shirt
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Athletic shorts/pants or boys’ tights
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Black ballet shoes, black jazz shoes, and/or black oxford tap shoes
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Additional Notes
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Dance sweaters, pants, leg warmers, and skirts are permitted.
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No baggy t-shirts, sweatshirts, or baggy clothes are allowed in Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, or Acro classes.
Where do I buy what I need?
For proper fitting of dance shoes please try Richmond's local dance wear boutique.
Click below to link to learn more...
We also recommend online dance stores:
Click on the links below...
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Inspiring confidence, creativity, and connection—one dancer at a time.
Inspiring confidence, creativity, and connection — because when dancers look ready, they feel unstoppable.
2441 Colony Crossing Place
Midlothian, Virginia 23112
Email us: danceatlegacy@gmail.com
Call us: (804) 272-9152



