Uniform is an important part of the class. Whilst dancing can be a fun hobby, it also requires a level of discipline. Being well groomed and wearing the correct clothing is part of that discipline. Long hair should be tied back off the face (preferably in a bun if possible) and no jewellery is to be worn in class.

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Those who are new to the school are not expected to have the uniform before trying out their first class. Only once they have tried out and have decided that they want to commit to attending regularly, then the correct uniform can be purchased.

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All uniform is available to purchase on a Saturday morning at Walthamstow Academy between 9am and 1pm. 

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We are mindful of many factors affecting students with relation to clothing, including sensory issues, religious reasons and other personal reasons. Therefore in the interests of inclusivity, we are very willing to discuss alternative options with any student who is not comfortable wearing the assigned uniform as stated below, 

 

BALLET UNIFORM

Mulberry School of Dance teaches the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus for children's classes, and from Pre Primary upwards we expect those attending class to wear the appropriate uniform.

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Girls Uniform:

Pre Primary & Primary: Lilac skirted leotard (or separate leotard and skirt)​

Grades 1 & 2: Lavender sleeveless leotard with belt​

Grades 3, 4 & 5: Navy sleeveless leotard with belt​

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Please note these should all be teamed with either ballet pink or skin tone tights / socks and ballet shoes. Colour co-ordinating wrapover cardigans are also available (and are preferable to their own jumpers / cardigans etc)

 

Boys Uniform:

Boys uniform across the grades consists of white t-shirt or leotard and navy or black shorts with white or black socks and ballet shoes with elastics.

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BALLET SHOES

Please be aware that ballet shoes purchased from supermarkets / online / fashion stored are NOT suitable. This is because ballet shoes must be fitted to your child’s foot correctly, and buying ‘off the shelf’ will not ensure that your child gets the best shoe for their foot shape. This is fundamental to ensuring they are able to achieve the functionality required for ballet but is also safe practice for aiding their physical development and growth.

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TAP UNIFORM

Mulberry School of Dance t-shirt and black leggings, shorts or tracksuit bottoms with socks and black tap shoes

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CONTEMPORARY DANCE UNIFORM

Any style leotard and footless tights / leggings, shorts or tracksuit bottoms (Mulberry School of Dance t-shirt allowed at teacher’s discretion)

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MUSICAL THEATRE UNIFORM

​Mulberry School of Dance t-shirt and black leggings, shorts or tracksuit bottoms with socks and dance shoes (either ballet shoes or jazz shoes) OR bare feet

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Please note that all three of these are still DANCE classes, and as such, anyone attending a ‘dance’ class should be wearing clothes that are suitable for learning about how to use their bodies. I appreciate that some people aren’t comfortable wearing very tight fitting clothing, however wearing a leotard underneath a t-shirt and leggings will help the dancer work towards understanding about their posture and carriage which is a fundamental part of their dance training.

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HAIR

Hair should be tied up and kept off the face. A simple ponytail will do for those with hair long enough. Once your child is old enough to do their own hair, it would be great if they could learn how to fix their own bun. The classes from Grade 2 level upwards (ie age 8yrs+)  learn complicated turning sequences and having their hair loose will impede their learning. Younger students should get used to having hair tied up as part of their uniform. This applies to ALL dance subjects.

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