Uniform

It is vital that the ‘young performer’ be groomed correctly and that appropriate attire is worn at all times. This includes practise wear and correct footwear.
Hair should be neat, tied up and off the face.
For ballet lessons hair should be in a classical style i.e. French plaits or a bun.

Drama and Musical Theatre students should wear comfortable clothing and are to remove their shoes and socks before entering the studio. Track pants and T shirts are recommended, jazz shoes are optional.

In the interest of safety, jewellery is not permitted, with the exception of small stud earrings.

Ballet Uniform up to Grade 2: Plum Cotton ISTD regulation leotard with circular skirt.
Grades 3and 4: Plum Cotton ISTD regulation leotard with Plum belt.
Grades 5, 6, Intermediate and above: Navy Cotton ISTD regulation leotard with Navy belt.
Cross Over cardigans: Optional

Junior Ballet Class: Pink leather or satin ballet shoe with elastic. Ballet socks or seamless ballet tights.

Senior Ballet Class: Leather ballet/soft block ballet shoe with ribbons. Seamless ballet tights.

Children's Tap Class: Low heel black tap shoe with toe taps only.
Heel taps should only be fixed once students reach examination level.

Jazz: Black Cotton/Lycra jazz pants and leotard.

Boys: Track pants and Fitted T-Shirt

Modern and Jazz Classes: Bare feet

Modern and Tap: Uniform for all grades up to grade 5:
Carnation Lycra dress/leotard/leggings, depending on age and level.
These are only available from the school office and should be ordered in advance.

Modern and Tap Uniform: Grade 6 and above:
Black Cotton Lycra leotard and leggings.
Bootlegs can be worn for Tap classes.

Street Jazz: Jazz shoes/Jazz trainers

Recommended suppliers: JAZZ HOT- Portland Place Worthing
Ballet shoes are available from: KLODHOPPERS - Blatchington Road Hove
All uniforms can be supplied by mail order from STAGE DOOR - 01702 473166

Enquiries to: Becky Kirkham – Administration