EXCITING NEWS! We are now offering Class Attire through Nimbly; you can visit our online store and order exactly what you need! No more guessing!

Click here to visit our online store front! Store (shopnimbly.com)

  • Not sure what size to order? No problem! We have sizing kits available in studio; simply ask our Front Desk Associate for assistance!
  • We will also offer sizing sessions during our Spring and Fall Open House events.
  • What do we offer in our store?
    • For the following classes, we offer EVERYTHING your dance needs! Leotards, tights, and shoes–we’ve got it all: Creative Movement, First Steps, Foundations, Ballet/Tap 1, Fancy Flippers, Ballet 2-3, Jazz/Modern 2-6, and Beginner Tap Classes
    • Dancers in Ballet 4-6 and Int/Adv Tap will still purchase those shoes through Carolina Dancewear. Mrs. Katherine believes the shoes supplied at Carolina Dancewear are best for our advanced levels.
    • NEW this year: Dancers in Hip Hop & Dance Team will need to order a class attire Tee from our Dancewear Shop. Please see your class’s requirements below!

Please contact us with questions, we are more than happy to help!

NEW Studio Jackets

Click here to order! Southeast school of Dance – Crystallized Couture

  • We are excited to offer NEW blinged out Studio Jackets and more! Check out our store through August 9th–then they’ll be gone!
  • Sizing kits available in studio until August 1st.

General Class Attire Information:

  • We believe proper attire helps each dancer feel confident and most likely to participate and perform at his or her fullest potential! A uniform dress code creates a structured and cohesive environment for all participants.
  • Please do not wear dance shoes outside–this includes walking in to the studio. Dancers should wear street shoes (or carry the little ones) and then change into their dance shoes once inside the building. If dance shoes are worn outside, they will not be allowed in the studio and you will need to purchase new shoes. This is to protect our dance floor as well as the safety of our dancers. Debris on the dance floor can cause injury.
  • Please remember, if arriving in incorrect attire, students will first receive a warning, and then forfeit class participation if arriving in incorrect attire a second time.
  • Jewelry & Other Accessories:
    • Only small earrings are permitted
    • No necklaces, bracelets, Apple watches, hair bands on wrists, etc.
  • Long bangs should be secured out of the face during any class.

Creative Movement, Foundations, First Steps, BTJ1, Intro to Acro:

Creative Movement & First Steps:

  • Tights: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Shoes: As listed in our Nimbly store
    • Please do not wear dance shoes outside–this includes walking in to the studio. Dancers should wear street shoes (or carry the little ones) and then change into their dance shoes once inside the building. If dance shoes are worn outside, they will not be allowed in the studio and you will need to purchase new shoes. This is to protect our dance floor as well as the safety of our dancers. Debris on the dance floor can cause injury.
  • Leotard: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Hair: Secured out of face, bun preferred if hair is long enough
  • Skirts & tutus: Optional
  • Jewelry: Not permitted, other than small earrings.
  • Gentlemen: Black or navy athletic shorts or pants, white t-shirt, black ballet slippers

Foundations:

  • Tights: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Foundations Leotard: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Tap Shoes: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Ballet Shoes: As listed in our Nimbly store
    • Please do not wear dance shoes outside–this includes walking in to the studio. Dancers should wear street shoes (or carry the little ones) and then change into their dance shoes once inside the building. If dance shoes are worn outside, they will not be allowed in the studio and you will need to purchase new shoes. This is to protect our dance floor as well as the safety of our dancers. Debris on the dance floor can cause injury.
  • Hair: Bun
  • Shorts, skirts, & tutus: Optional, may be worn over leotard/tights
  • Jewelry: Not permitted, other than small earrings.
  • Gentlemen: Black shorts or dance pants, white t-shirt, black ballet slippers, black tap shoes

Tiny Tumblers:

  • Tights: As listed in our Nimbly store
    • For Class: Dancers also enrolled in Creative Movement or Foundations may wear the same convertible Pink tights (with a hole in the sole of the foot). Please note, all Tiny Tumbler dancers will need the Caramel tights for the Showcase!
  • Leotard: Same as Creative Movement, First Steps, or Foundations. Options available in our store!
  • Shoes: No shoes required
  • Hair: Ponytail or bun
  • No skirts or tutus please
  • Jewelry: Not permitted, other than small earrings.
  • Gentlemen: Black shorts or dance pants, white t-shirt, same footwear as ladies

Ballet/Tap 1:

  • Tights: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Ballet/Tap 1 Leotard: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Ballet Shoes: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Tap Shoes: As listed in our Nimbly store
    • Please do not wear dance shoes outside–this includes walking in to the studio. Dancers should wear street shoes (or carry the little ones) and then change into their dance shoes once inside the building. If dance shoes are worn outside, they will not be allowed in the studio and you will need to purchase new shoes. This is to protect our dance floor as well as the safety of our dancers. Debris on the dance floor can cause injury.
  • Hair: Bun
  • Shorts, skirts, & tutus: Optional, may be worn over leotard/tights
  • Jewelry: Not permitted, other than small earrings.
  • Gentlemen: Black shorts or dance pants, white t-shirt, black ballet slippers, black tap shoes

Fancy Flippers:

  • Tights: As listed in our Nimbly store
    • For Class: Either the same as ballet as long as they are convertible (with a hole in the sole of the foot), or Stirrup “Caramel”
    • For Showcase: Stirrup “Caramel” color
  • Leotard: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Shoes: No shoes required
  • Hair: Bun (same as ballet)
  • Jewelry: Not permitted, other than small earrings.
  • Gentlemen: Black shorts or dance pants, white t-shirt, same footwear as ladies

Levels 2-6:

Ballet:

  • Tights: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Shoes: Please see specific levels:
    • Levels 2-3: As listed in our Nimbly store
    • Levels 4-6: Capezio Hanami (canvas) available at Carolina Dancewear
    • Please do not wear dance shoes outside–this includes walking in to the studio. Dancers should wear street shoes (or carry the little ones) and then change into their dance shoes once inside the building. If dance shoes are worn outside, they will not be allowed in the studio and you will need to purchase new shoes. This is to protect our dance floor as well as the safety of our dancers. Debris on the dance floor can cause injury.
  • Leotard: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Ballet Conditioning & Stretch Equipment: Ballet 5 & 6 need the following items for Monday evening classes:
    • Yoga mat
    • Theraband (not a loop band)
    • Ballet 6 only: 1lb wrist/ankle wights are encouraged
  • Hair: Bun; ribbons, bows, flowers, etc. are acceptable
  • Skirts & Warm Ups:
    • All Levels: The only permitted top is a fitted “ballet sweater.” Loose/baggy sweaters/hoodies/etc. will not be permitted in class. No shorts allowed in any ballet classes.
    • Level 2-3: Skirts permitted. Skirts, shorts, and baggy tops can break up the line of the back and leg which hinders instructors’ and dancers’ ability to tell if dancers are practicing proper alignment. Practicing improper alignment on a routine basis can create unhealthy habits and cause injury.
    • Levels 4-6: Pending instructor approval. Skirts should be sheer and no longer than mid-thigh.
  • Jewelry & Other Accessories:
    • Only small earrings are permitted.
    • No necklaces, bracelets, Apple watches, hair bands on wrists, etc.
  • Gentlemen: White shirt, black dance pants or men’s tights, black ballet slippers

Modern:

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  • Tights: As listed in our Nimbly store
    • *If dancer is enrolled in ballet on the same day, Theatrical Pink convertible tights may be worn to this class as well but they will need the Caramel/Stirrup for Showcase.
  • Shoes:
    • All levels: As listed in our Nimbly store
  • Leotard:
    • Levels 2-4: Black
    • Levels 5-6: Any color
  • Hair: Bun or ponytail
  • Warm-Up Apparel: FITTED Dance Shorts may be worn pending instructor approval. Shorts should be fitted dance shorts, not loose. No jackets or baggy/loose t-shirts, hoodies, etc. A FITTED long sleeve shirt may be permitted during floor work.
  • Jewelry & Other Accessories:
    • Only small earrings are permitted
    • No necklaces, bracelets, Apple watches, hair bands on wrists, etc.
  • Gentlemen: White or black shirt, black dance pants or men’s tights, same footwear as above, if desired

Jazz & Tap:

  • sesd_2016_1224Tights: As listed in our Nimbly store
    • *If dancer is enrolled in ballet on the same day, Theatrical Pink convertible tights may be worn to this class as well, but they will need Caramel Stirrup for Showcase
  • Shoes:
    • All Jazz Levels & Beginner Tap: As listed in our Nimbly store
    • Intermediate/Advanced Tap: Please visit Carolina Dancewear for our required tap shoe
    • Please do not wear dance shoes outside–this includes walking in to the studio. Dancers should wear street shoes (or carry the little ones) and then change into their dance shoes once inside the building. If dance shoes are worn outside, they will not be allowed in the studio and you will need to purchase new shoes. This is to protect our dance floor as well as the safety of our dancers. Debris on the dance floor can cause injury.
  • Leotard:
    • Levels 2-4: Black
    • Levels 5-6: Any color
  • Hair: Ponytail or bun
  • Warm-Up Apparel: FITTED Dance Shorts may be worn pending instructor approval. Shorts should be fitted dance shorts, not loose. No jackets or baggy/loose t-shirts, hoodies, etc.
  • Jewelry & Other Accessories:
    • Only small earrings are permitted
    • No necklaces, bracelets, Apple watches, hair bands on wrists, etc.
  • Gentlemen: White t-shirt, black dance pants, black jazz or tap shoes

Dance Team:

  • Girls’ Attire:
    • Tee from SESD’s Dancewear Shop
      • Beginner classes: Neon Pink
      • Intermediate/Advanced: Neon Green
    • Leggings are preferred. Long “bike shorts” are fine, if they reach past the fingertips. No other shorts are permitted unless worn over tights, then fitted dance short and tights are acceptable. 
    • *If dancer has other classes that require tights/leotard on the same day, they may wear that attire to Dance Team and wear the tee over the leotard.
  • Hair: Ponytail
  • Gentlemen: Black dance or athletic pants, SESD Tee (blue)
  • Shoes:
    • All Levels: Jazz shoes (as posted in our store) for class. Black flat sole Converse for performances (if applicable)
    • Please do not wear dance shoes outside–this includes walking in to the studio. Dancers should wear street shoes (or carry the little ones) and then change into their dance shoes once inside the building. If dance shoes are worn outside, they will not be allowed in the studio and you will need to purchase new shoes. This is to protect our dance floor as well as the safety of our dancers. Debris on the dance floor can cause injury.
  • Jewelry & Other Accessories:
    • Only small earrings are permitted
    • No necklaces, bracelets, Apple watches, hair bands on wrists, etc.

Turns, Leaps, & Conditioning:

  • We do offer some options in our Nimbly store! Any tights/leotards that students wear in other classes are fine.
  • No tank tops/leggings/shorts (unless shorts are worn over leo+tights)
  • Hair: Ponytail
  • Gentlemen: Black dance or athletic pants, t-shirts
  • Shoes:
    • All Levels: Jazz shoes (as posted in our store) are recommended.
  • Jewelry & Other Accessories:
    • Only small earrings are permitted
    • No necklaces, bracelets, Apple watches, hair bands on wrists, etc.

Hip Hop:

  • Girls’ Attire:
    • Tee from SESD’s Dancewear Shop
      • Beginner classes: Neon Pink
      • Intermediate/Advanced: Neon Green
    • Leggings are preferred. Joggers are acceptable. Long “bike shorts” are fine, if they reach past the fingertips. No other shorts are permitted unless worn over tights, then fitted dance short and tights are acceptable. 
    • *If dancer has other classes that require tights/leotard on the same day, they may wear that attire to Hip Hop and wear the tee over the leotard.
  • Hair: Ponytail
  • Gentlemen: Black dance or athletic pants, SESD Tee (blue)
  • Hip Hop Shoes: Black Converses. NO STREET SHOES. Do not wear your dance shoes outside. Dancers should wear street shoes to the studio then change into their dance class shoes in the lobby. Dancers who plan to take class in street shoes will be asked to observe class for the day.
    • Please do not wear dance shoes outside–this includes walking in to the studio. Dancers should wear street shoes (or carry the little ones) and then change into their dance shoes once inside the building. If dance shoes are worn outside, they will not be allowed in the studio and you will need to purchase new shoes. This is to protect our dance floor as well as the safety of our dancers. Debris on the dance floor can cause injury.
  • Jewelry & Other Accessories:
    • Only small earrings are permitted
    • No necklaces, bracelets, Apple watches, hair bands on wrists, etc.

Adult Dance & Fitness Classes:

  • Work out attire is welcome! You are more than welcome to wear tights, leotards, and other dance attire if you feel comfortable doing so. It really enhances the experience!
  • Hair: Ponytail, braid, or bun
  • Shoes: As appropriate for class.
    • Teen/Adult Tap: tan tap shoes
    • DanceFit: Comfortable, fitted attire preferred. Leggings, tank tops, etc. CLEAN sneakers (no rocks or dirt, these can scratch our dance floor topper) or black “dance team” sneakers available at Carolina Dancewear and discountdance.com. Please bring a water bottle and a yoga mat–we have a few mats available if you do not have access to one.