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Dress Code

Get everything you need for class right here at AIM!
Click the button below to schedule your fitting.

Schedule a Fitting
AIM students are required to adhere to a dress code for class uniformity and to insure that instructors are able to see dancers' bodies to correct alignment and technique. All of the required dress code items are available for sale at AIM. Click the orange button above to schedule a fitting for your dancer today.
  • All students are expected to have a neat and tidy appearance, with hair pulled back away from the face.
  • Buns are preferred for all classes, and required for all Accelerated Program Classes.
  • Warm-ups, shorts, ballet skirts, etc. are permitted at the instructor’s discretion and must be removed upon the instructor’s request.​

NEW for the 2022-2023 season: gender-inclusive dress code options! AIM is a queer-owned and queer-inclusive dance space where students of all gender expressions are welcome. We have updated our Dress Code with multiple options to reflect this. We want our dancers to feel comfortable and confident in class so they can dance their best!

Click the + icon next to each program title below to see AIM's current dress code.

Kids iN motion dress code
  • Option 1 - Pink leotard, pink footed tights. Pink leather ballet slippers, black tap shoes for KM2 & KM3.
  • Option 2 - Black shorts, white t-shirt, black ballet shoes, black tap shoes for KM2 & KM3.
  • Undergarments - We recommend NOT wearing underwear if dancers choose to wear leotard and tights.
Recreational Program Dress Code
​Attire:
  • Option 1 – Black leotard, skin-tone convertible tights. Black shorts or pants for Hip Hop.
  • Option 2 – AIM t-shirt or tank top, black shorts, pants, or leggings. Midriffs should be covered.
  • Hair – Long hair should be pulled back out of the face in a ponytail or bun
  • Undergarments - Dancers should wear supportive undergarments for their anatomy (bras, dance belts, etc.). We recommend NOT wearing underwear if dancers choose to wear leotard and tights.
Shoes:
  • Ballet – Skin-tone split-sole leather or canvas ballet shoes.
  • Tap – Black full-sole leather tap shoes. Velcro shoes for ages 6-8, lace-up shoes for ages 9+.
  • Jazz – Skin-tone leather slip-on jazz shoes (bare feet for Trios)
  • Modern/Contemporary – Bare feet
  • Hip Hop – Black sneakers.
Accelerated Program Dress Code
Attire:
  • Option 1 - Leotard in level color, skin-tone convertible tights.
  • Option 2 - Fitted tank top or t-shirt in level color, black shorts/leggings. Midriffs should be covered.
  • Hair - Long hair should be pulled back into a bun for all Accelerated classes.
  • Undergarments - Dancers should wear supportive undergarments for their anatomy (bras, dance belts, etc.). We recommend NOT wearing underwear if dancers choose to wear leotard and tights.
Level Colors:
  • Amethyst - Purple
  • Coral - Coral or Pink
  • Diamond - Gray
  • Emerald - Green
  • Ruby - Red
  • Sapphire - Blue
​Shoes:
  • Ballet - Skin-tone split-sole leather or canvas ballet shoes.
  • Tap - Black lace-up, full-sole leather Tap shoes.
  • Jazz - Skin-tone split-sole leather or canvas Jazz shoes
  • Modern/Contemporary - Bare feet
  • Hip Hop - Black sneakers.​ ​​
Adult Program Dress Code
Adults are welcome to wear whatever they feel comfortable and confident in! Leotard and tights, tank top and leggings, shorts and t-shirt, etc. Be sure to wear supportive undergarments for your anatomy (sports bra/dance belt). Midriffs should be covered. Hair should be pulled back out of the face in a ponytail or bun.

Shoes:
  • Ballet - Pink or skin-tone split-sole leather or canvas Ballet slippers. Pointe may be worn only once approved by instructor.
  • Tap - Black lace-up, full-sole leather Tap shoes.
  • Jazz - Skin-tone or black split-sole leather or canvas Jazz shoes
  • Hip Hop - Black sneakers
  • Modern/Contemporary - Bare feet.

Get everything you need for class right here at AIM!
Click the button below to schedule your fitting.​

Schedule a Fitting
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Upcoming Events
  • ​Feb 11th: Saturday Series 11:00am-12:30pm
  • Feb 11th: Valentine's Kids Night Out 5:00pm-8:00pm
  • Feb 20th: OPEN for regular schedule of classes (President's Day)
  • Feb 22nd: FREE Parent & Tot class 10:30am-11:00am
  • Mar 11th: Saturday Series 11:00am-12:30pm
  • Mar 13th-17th: Parent Observation Week
  • Mar 18th: RVA Open Marley Night
  • Mar 29th: FREE Parent & Tot class 10:30am-11:00am
  • Apr 3rd-7th: CLOSED for Spring Break
  • Apr 15th: Saturday Series 11:00am-12:30pm
  • Apr 22nd: Ensemble community performance
  • Apr 24th-28th: Picture Week (schedule TBA)
  • Apr 26th: FREE Parent & Tot class 10:30am-11:00am
  • May 1st-5th: Dress Rehearsal Week (Schedule TBA)
  • May 6th: FREE Faiy Ballerina Tea Party 12:30pm-2pm
  • May 13th: Saturday Series 11:00am-12:30pm
  • May 17th: FREE Parent & Tot class 10:30am-11:00am
  • May 22nd-26th: Last week of regular classes
  • May 29th: CLOSED for Memorial Day
  • May 30th: Finale Rehearsal at AIM. (MANDATORY for Recreational, Accelerated, and Adult performers)
  • May 31st: Makeup Day (if needed)
  • Jun 1st: Makeup Day (if needed)
  • Jun 2nd: CLOSED for Load-In day (no classes or rehearsals)
  • Jun 3rd: MANDATORY Tech Rehearsal at the theater
  • Jun 4th: RECITAL DAY!
  • Jun 5th-16th: CLOSED for Recital recovery!
  • Jun 19th: Summer programs begin!
Read more on our calendar page.

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​Casey Royer, Owner/Artistic Director
10492 Ridgefield Pkwy
Richmond VA 23233
casey@artsinmotionda.com
​804-741-2246




  • About Us
    • Our Philosophies
    • Our Team
    • Reviews
    • Our Facility
    • Rent Space
    • Jobs
    • Staff Portal
    • Blog
  • Classes & Info
    • Programs >
      • Kids in Motion Program (ages 3-6)
      • Recreational Program (ages 6-18)
      • Accelerated Program (ages 7-18)
    • 2022-2023 Season >
      • 2022-2023 Class Schedule
      • 2022-2023 Season Calendar
      • Distance Learning
      • Saturday Series
      • FREE Toddler dance classes
      • Recital 2023
    • Policies
    • Dress Code
  • Adult Dance
  • Birthday Parties
  • Contact Us
  • Customer Portal
  • FAQs
    • COVID Precautions