The June Lawrence School of Dance Inc. maintains a dress code for two reasons:

1. To encourage concentration and a sense of inclusiveness (variations in attire can be distracting and contribute to feelings of inequality)
2. To allow the teachers to assess how well the students are implementing the technique being taught, problems with alignment, and other important aspects of dance training

The acceptable JLSD dance uniform can be reviewed here.

Additional uniform notes:

• Caring for your belongings:
  • Dancewear, shoes, and other belongings are to be carried in a dance bag that is clearly marked with the dancer’s name. All belongings should be labeled.
  • Dancewear is to be kept in good repair and laundered on a regular basis.
  • Dance shoes should never be worn outside, and students should cover up accordingly when traveling to and from the studio
• Undergarments:
  • A dance belt must be worn from age 10 and older if needed.
  • Black bras must be worn when needed.
  • Tights act as undergarments; therefore, additional undergarments are not needed.
• Hair:
  • Children ages 3 & under: Bun is optional, but long hair should off face and neck, either in a ponytail or pigtails
  • Dancers ages 4 & up: Hair should be tightly secured in a neat bun.
  • Acro: Hair should be tightly secured in a low bun.
  • Hip hop: Long hair is to be tied back and off the face
  • Adults: Long hair is recommended to be up and off the face and neck
• Personal Hygiene
  • Students are expected to observe good personal hygiene habits. Deodorant is required for students ages 10 and older.
• Other
  • Watches, jewelry, and safety pins should not be worn to class. (small, pierced earrings are acceptable)
  • Nail polish and temporary body tattoos are not to be worn to class.

All uniform items are specific to JLSD and can be purchased through the Parent Portal Online Store or in person at the studio.