
Dress Code
Our dress code is designed to support proper technique, movement, and confidence while helping teachers provide the best instruction possible.
First Steps
Parent/Tot & Preschool
Ages 18 months - 4 Years

Girls
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Ballet Pink Tights – Available through the NESD&T Office
Boys
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Black Bottoms
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Black Ballet Slippers
Corps Dancewear Discount: Use code KD_NESD at checkout.
Building Foundations
Primary
Ages 5-6

Girls
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Pastel Blue Leotard Dress – Corps Dancewear
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Ballet Pink Tights – Available through the NESD&T Office
Boys
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Black Bottoms
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Black Ballet Slippers
Corps Dancewear Discount: Use code KD_NESD at checkout.
Developing Technique
Elementary
Ages 7-9

Girls
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Hibiscus Leotard – Corps Dancewear
Purple tone; any style -
Ballet Pink Convertible Tights – Available through the NESD&T Office
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Clean Indoor Sneakers – for Hip Hop
Boys
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Black Bottoms
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White Top
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Clean Indoor Sneakers – for Hip Hop
Corps Dancewear Discount: Use code KD_NESD at checkout.
Expanding Skills
Pre-Intermediate
Ages 9-12

Girls
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Mallard Leotard – Corps Dancewear
Any style -
Ballet Pink Convertible Tights – Available through the NESD&T Office
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Ballet Shoes
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Black Tap Shoes
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Caramel Jazz Shoes
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Clean Indoor Sneakers – for Hip Hop
Boys
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Black Bike Shorts / Bottoms
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Ballet Shoes
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Black Tap Shoes
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Caramel Jazz Shoes
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Clean Indoor Sneakers – for Hip Hop
Corps Dancewear Discount: Use code KD_NESD at checkout.
Refining Artistry
Intermediate & Advanced
Ages 11+

Girls
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Black Leotard – Corps Dancewear
Any style -
OR White Fitted T-Shirt & Black Bike Shorts
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Ballet Pink Convertible Tights – Available through the NESD&T Office
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Clean Indoor Sneakers – for Hip Hop
Boys
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Black Bike Shorts / Bottoms
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Clean Indoor Sneakers – for Hip Hop
Corps Dancewear Discount: Use code KD_NESD at checkout.
Additional Dress Code Notes
For styles other than ballet: Students are welcome to wear their leotard with black footless tights, dance pants or shorts.
Gently Loved Dancewear
Looking for a more affordable option? Gently loved dancewear is available through our Turning Pointe Boutique for just $5 per item. Find lightly used leotards, shoes, and accessories while supporting our NESD&T Performing Company dancers!
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