MDC Classwear

What should my dancer wear to dance class? That will all depend on which class or program you’ve registered for. Scroll down to learn more.

Updated as of July 2025

Littles (Ages 3-5)

    • Shoes: Ballet slippers

    • Leotard (no visible underwear)

    • Tights

    • Ballet skirt is optional

    • OR t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back into a ballet bun. Short hair must be pinned out of the face.

    • Clothes that the dancer is comfortable dancing in.

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face but does not need to be in a bun.

    • Beige Tap shoes

    • Clothes that the dancer is comfortable dancing in.

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face, but does not need to be in a bun.

    • Non-marking white sneakers

    • Comfortable, loose clothing. Clothing must not affect their safety or others.

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face but does not need to be in a bun.

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Recreational

    • Beige Ballet slippers

    • Leotard (no visible underwear)

    • Tights

    • Ballet skirt is optional

    • OR t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back into a ballet bun. Short hair must be pinned out of the face.

    • Bare feet

    • Clothes that the dancer is comfortable dancing in.

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face but does not need to be in a bun. 

    • Jazz Shoes may be required, pending teachers preference

    • Non-marking white sneakers

    • Comfortable, loose clothing (do not wear your ballet class wear). Clothing must not affect the safety of themselves or others.

    • Hair can be worn down but must have an elastic available to put up if needed. 

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Competitive Dancers Classwear

Our competitive dancers require more specific classwear because:

  • It prevents students from comparing their style or status

  • Teachers are able to see the dancers’ bodies to provide effective feedback

  • It provides a clean look to help choreographers visualize their pieces

  • Gives dancers a sense of belonging and makes us look like the strong team that we are

To learn more about the importance of a ballet bun, click the link below!

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Pre-Competitive

    • Beige Ballet slippers

    • MDC teal leotard, tights matching dancer’s skin tone, no visible underwear, teal ballet skirt is optional

    • OR MDC teal t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back into a ballet bun. Short hair must be pinned out of the face.

    • Beige Tap shoes

    • MDC teal leotard

    • Tights that match the dancer's skin tone

    • Black shorts, or leggings 

    • OR MDC Teal t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face but does not need to be in a bun.

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Semi & Full Competitive

    • Bare feet

    • MDC teal leotard 

    • Tights that match the dancer's skin tone

    • Black shorts, or leggings 

    • OR MDC Teal t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face but does not need to be in a bun. 

    • Beige Ballet slippers

    • MDC teal leotard, tights matching dancer’s skin tone, no visible underwear, teal ballet skirt is optional

    • OR MDC teal t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back into a ballet bun. Short hair must be pinned out of the face.

    • MDC teal leotard

    • Tights that match the dancer's skin tone

    • Black shorts, or leggings 

    • OR MDC Teal t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face but does not need to be in a bun. 

    • Bare feet

    • Dress in layers for floor work (long pants/long sleeve shirt).

    • MDC teal leotard with shorts or leggings.

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face, but does not need to be in a bun. 

    • Non-marking sneakers

    • Comfortable, loose clothing (do not wear your ballet class wear). Clothing must not affect the safety of themselves or others.

    • Hair can be worn down but must have an elastic available to put up if needed. 

    • Beige Jazz shoes

    • MDC teal leotard

    • Tights that match the dancer's skin tone

    • Black shorts, or leggings 

    • OR MDC Teal t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face but does not need to be in a bun. 

    • Half Soles

    • MDC teal leotard

    • Tights that match the dancer's skin tone

    • Black shorts, or leggings 

    • OR MDC Teal t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face but does not need to be in a bun. 

    • Beige Jazz shoes

    • MDC teal leotard

    • Tights that match the dancer's skin tone

    • Black shorts, or leggings 

    • OR MDC Teal t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face but does not need to be in a bun. 

    • Beige Tap shoes

    • MDC teal leotard

    • Tights that match the dancer's skin tone

    • Black shorts, or leggings 

    • OR MDC Teal t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face but does not need to be in a bun. 

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Adult

  • .Beige Ballet slippers

    • Leotard (no visible underwear)

    • Tights

    • Ballet skirt is optional

    • OR t-shirt, and black shorts (above the knee)

    • Hair must be pulled back into a ballet bun. Short hair must be pinned out of the face.

    • Non-marking sneakers

    • Comfortable, loose clothing (do not wear your ballet class wear). Clothing must not affect the safety of themselves or others.

    • Hair can be worn down but must have an elastic available to put up if needed. 

    • Beige Jazz shoes

    • Clothes that the dancer is comfortable dancing in.

    • Hair must be pulled back out of the face but does not need to be in a bun. 

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