Dress Code
At Wahoo Dance Academy, our dress code is designed to help dancers feel confident, focused, and prepared for class. Find everything you need to know about what to wear for each class below.
Here's what to wear
We believe dancers do their best when they look the same in class. When all dancers wear the same ‘uniform’, no student is distracted by what their fellow classmate is wearing. A unified dress code promotes focus, helps teachers ensure proper technique, and reflects the style and spirit of each dance class.
Leotard: Black
Tights: Pink for ballet / any color for other styles
Hip Hop: You may wear gym like clothing
Hair: Pulled back in a clean bun (required for ballet) or ponytail
Extras: Spandex dance shorts allowed (except in ballet)
Creative Movement & Intro to Ballet: Tutus over leotards are welcome!
Black dance pants
Plain white, semi-fitted t-shirt
Class Specific SHoes
Important Notes:
- These specific styles are REQUIRED for recital and picture day.
- If you didn't order through Dancewares, DOUBLE-CHECK with us to ensure the shoe is correct.
- DO NOT purchase Pointe shoes unless approved by instructor to do so.
- Dancewares carries all required shoes (except hip hop shoes) and is a great option for picking up gear if you can’t make it to Open House.
- DO FORGET - Please label all of your dancer's shoes and belongings

SoDança Canvas SD16 (pink for girls, black for boys)

Tan Bloch Pulse SO470L

Capezio 356 Student Tap in Caramel
*Boys will wear the Petite Tap & Higher shoes - Bloch Tap 301 in black.

Black Bloch Tap 301

SoDança Bullet BA45 (Sand or skin tone)

Adult sizes (Top Image): Nike Court Vision Mid All White (Women or Mens)
Big Kid sizes (Bottom Image): Nike Court Borough Mid 2 All White
Little Kid sizes (Bottom Image): Nike Court Borough Mid 2 All White
*Purchasing from Nike is not required, but is encouraged to ensure you purchase the correct shoe. Please check the links if not purchasing from Nike to ensure you purchase the correct type and color.

Do not purchase yet!
Pointe shoe selection will be discussed once dancers are cleared for pointe work. If not approved for pointe shoes dancers will wear SoDança Canvas SD16 for class.
Dancers who have not yet been cleared should not have, or wear, pointe shoes outside of the studio for safety reasons.
Suggested Dance SupplierDancewares
We partner with Dancewares to ensure your dancer has everything they need for a successful season. You can shop for shoes, dancewear, and other essentials during our annual open house, or visit Dancewares in-store or by phone at your convenience.
- 2120 Winthrop Rd Lincoln, NE 68502
- 402-488-2111
