DRESS CODE:
Correct dance attire must always be always worn in class, following the TEDS dress code detailed below. If your dance attire from last season’s recital still fits you, there is no need to repurchase; it’s fine to wear it in our new season.
Dancers must also wear appropriate cover-ups when coming to and from the studio. It is not appropriate to appear outside the studio and on church grounds in leotard/tights alone.
A neat and tidy appearance sets an attitude of attentiveness and respect for students, teacher, and the art of dance. Uniformity in dancewear promotes a sense of inclusiveness and enables teachers to provide accurate feedback and guidance.
We appreciate your support in upholding these dress code policies, as they contribute to a focused and disciplined learning environment. Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the school office. We are here to assist you and ensure a positive dance experience for your child.
WHERE DO I PURCHASE MY DANCEWEAR?
All dancewear and supplies are available at Capezio, 330 Washington St. Wellesley. Tell them you dance at Total Eclipse Dance Studio (“TEDS”) and their wonderful staff will ensure that you have everything you need.
https://www.capezio.com/capezio-wellesley-massachusetts
TEDS GEAR (logo sweatpants, sweatshirts, etc.) is available for purchase directly through our TEDS website. Sample sizes are available at the studio: at https://www.totaleclipsedance.com/merchandise
HAIR STYLES:
Hairstyles are part of your dress code. Hair must be properly secured and tied up off the face and neck for all styles of dance. We require ballet buns for all ballet classes. Hip-hop students may wear their hair in a securely wrapped ponytail, also pulled cleanly away from the face. For our 9:00 Saturday Baby Ballerinas, dancers are encouraged to have their hair pulled back from their faces, but a bun is not required.
TEDS SWEATSHIRTS FOR HIP-HOP ONLY
Students may wear TEDS sweatshirts for Hip-Hop classes only. For all other subjects you may wear wrap sweaters available at Capezio. Wrap sweaters should match the color of their leotard.
ADDITIONAL DRESS CODE ADVICE
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Dance Bag: Students should carry their dancewear, shoes, and personal belongings in a dedicated dance bag. To avoid confusion, please ensure that your child's name is clearly printed on the bag and all its contents.
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Clean and Well-Maintained Dancewear: Dancewear should be kept in good repair and laundered on a regular basis. This includes leotards, tights, sweatpants, or fitted t-shirts. Caregivers are encouraged to involve their young dancers in this process.
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Appropriate Use of Dance Shoes: Dance shoes are meant for the dance floor only and should never be worn outside. This helps maintain their condition and ensures a safe and optimal dancing experience for all students.
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Personal Hygiene: Students are politely asked to observe good personal hygiene habits. As part of maintaining a respectful environment, students aged 10 and older are advised to wear deodorant to class.
DANCE ATTIRE DETAILS:
What are Conversion Tights, and do I need them?
Conversion tights are regular full footed tights with a hole in the sole that allows the dancer to roll the tights up over their ankles and go barefoot. These are recommended for dancers who will be changing from covered dance shoes to bare feet, half-soles, etc. (e.g. modern, lyrical, acro). If your dancer uses covered shoes only, regular tights are fine. If your dancer is enrolled in Acro only, tights are not necessary at all. S/he may take class in bare legs/feet.
BALLET
Pink Dress Leotard/Pink Tights/Pink Ballet Shoes:
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9:00 Saturday Baby Ballerina
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9:15 Saturday Pre-Ballet (& 9:00 Saturday Pre-Tap)
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9:30 Saturday Pre-Ballet
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10:15 Saturday Ballet (& 10:00 Tap)
Black Tank or Cap Sleeve Leotard/Caramel or Pink Tights/Light Suntan or Pink Ballet Shoes:
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5:00 Monday Ballet
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3:30 Tuesday Ballet
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3:30 Tuesday Ballet-B
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4:15 Tuesday Ballet
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5:00 Tuesday Ballet
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9:30 Saturday Ballet
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11:00 Saturday Ballet
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11:30 Saturday Ballet
All other BALLET classes:
Black Tank or Cap Sleeve Leotard
Caramel Tights
Light Suntan Ballet Slippers
NO SWEATSHIRTS … fitted wrap sweaters available at Capezio are permitted.
JAZZ & JAZZ-HIP-HOP & SKILLS:
Black Leotard
Caramel Tights (okay to wear pink tights from adjacent ballet class)
Caramel Jazz Shoes
NO SWEATSHIRTS … fitted wrap sweaters available at Capezio are permitted.
TAP:
Black Leotard
Caramel or Pink Tights (based on assigned tights for your ballet class)
Shoes: Caramel Mary Janes, Pumps, or Black Oxfords, depending upon your class. Ask staff at Capezio what your class is assigned to wear.
NO SWEATSHIRTS … fitted wrap sweaters available at Capezio are permitted.
LYRICAL/MODERN/CONTEMPORARY
Black Leotard
Tan Conversion Tights
Barefoot*
*Older dancers may opt to wear half-soles or jazz shoes for lyrical
NO SWEATSHIRTS … fitted wrap sweaters available at Capezio are permitted.
HIP-HOP
Black Leotard or Black Fitted Top
Black TEDS Sweatpants or Black Dance Shorts
TEDS Sweatshirt or TEDS Long Sleeve Shirt Permitted but not Required
TEDS Sweatpants and Sweatshirts available for ordering/purchase at the studio, and at: https://www.totaleclipsedance.com/merchandise
SNEAKERS: Your choice of sneaker/athletic shoe, white or non-skid soles, e.g Vans, Converse, Nike, etc. No cleats! Please reserve your hip-hop sneakers for indoor/dance activities, so that you’re not tracking mud and dirt into our studio.
ACRO:
Black Leotard
Black Dance shorts optional
Bare Legs
Bare Feet
TINY TUMBLERS
Black Leotard
Caramel Conversion Tights
Bare Feet
POINTE
Black Leotard
Caramel Tights
Pink Pointe Shoes as per your individual/personal fitting at Capezio
MASCULINE BALLET/JAZZ/TAP:
Black form-fitting pants and either a solid white or solid black tee-shirt.
Black Jazz or Ballet shoes
MASCULINE HIP-HOP:
Sweatpants – TEDS gear preferred!
Sweatshirts – TEDS gear preferred!
Clean athletic sneakers that are not also worn outdoors