October 9, 2026

What to wear to your child's first dance class

The first class is exciting. The right clothes make it easy.

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Start with the hair

At Next Level, hair goes in a bun for every class. A bun keeps hair out of the face. It lets teachers see the neck and shoulders. Bring a hair tie and a few bobby pins.

Dance clothes that let her move

A leotard and tights are classic for ballet. For hip hop and acro, comfy clothes work well. Skip zippers, buttons and jewelry.

Shoes

Each style uses different shoes. Some classes are barefoot. Each class at Next Level has its own uniform. We tell you which one when you register. For summer camp, tennis shoes and socks are perfect.

Water and a smile

A water bottle with your dancer's name on it. That is it. We take care of the rest.