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DRESS CODE

Creative Movement - Any color leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, hair up and off the face

Pre-Ballet - Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, hair in a ballet bun 

Ballet I-Adv. Ballet - Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, hair in a ballet bun (ballet skirts are at the discretion of the instructor.)

Boys (Ballet Classes) - White fitted t-shirt, black tights, black jazz pants or bike shorts, plus class appropriate shoes

Modern/Contemporary - Black leotard, black or pink tights, bare feet, hair up and off the face

Jazz - Black leotard, black tights or Jazz pants, Jazz shoes, hair up and off the face

We highly recommend going to 
LaBrie by Capezio for all your dance attire needs.
Learn how to do a Ballet Bun! 
Not all hair is the same texture or length but this tutorial is a nice example of what to do and what it should look like. 

*Those with shorter hair should pin hair before (and after) using the hair net. 

Questions? Ask your teacher
or email us at [email protected]

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Creative Movement Ages 3 – 4 years

Musical awareness is introduced through rhythmic games and skills, and connected to the movement explored.  * Must be potty trained!

Pre-Ballet Age 5 years old

Students begin the study of classical ballet through age appropriate technique focusing on coordination, musical and spatial awareness. Elements of creative movement enhance basic Ballet movements.

Ballet I - Ballet III Ages 6 – 9 years

Introducing and reinforcing the fundamentals of Ballet; barre-work helps students to develop strength, discipline and proper body alignment. Self-expression is developed while exploring quality of movement.

Ballet IV - Advanced Ballet Ages 10 & up

Continuing the development of proper body alignment, strength and discipline needed as dancers mature. Proper technique is taught while encouraging self expression through this beautiful art form. At this level the student is required to take at least two ballet classes per week. Pointe for girls may be added at age 12.

Modern/Contemporary Dance Ages 13 & up

This class concentrates on body awareness, exploring different levels, traveling movements and positions and increasing the body’s strength and flexibility. The concept of fall and recovery, jumps, turns, improvisation and exploration of different musical rhythms and their dynamics are introduced.

Jazz Dance Ages 8 & up

This class will introduce the principles of jazz dance technique. The one-hour class begins with a warm-up, isolations and stretching. Students learn fundamental jazz steps and movement combinations.

See our class schedule.

Providence Ballet 
​194 Oxford Street, 
Providence, RI 02905
63 Cedar Ave #10, East Greenwich, RI 02818
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(401) 861-4842
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  • Providence Ballet School
    • About
    • Faculty
    • Class Schedule
    • Tuition >
      • DanceStudio Pro - Setup
    • Monthly Newsletter
    • June Free Classes
    • Summer Classes & Camps
    • Summer Dance Intensive
    • Year-End Performance
    • Class Descriptions & Dress Code
    • Gallery
    • Covid-19 Guidelines
  • Providence Ballet Theatre
    • 401 Gives 2025
    • 2024-2025 Season >
      • Hansel and Gretel >
        • ​School Show Enrichment Registration
      • Twas the Night Before Christmas >
        • ​School Show Enrichment Registration
      • Gala 2025
    • Company Auditions
    • Youth Auditions
    • Join the Board
    • Company
    • Jr. Company
    • Company Calendar
    • Gallery
  • News & Events
  • Donations
  • Contact