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Our studio dress helps dancers feel confident, comfortable, and ready to shine! At Raqad, it’s not just about looking the part, it’s about creating unity, safety, and focus in every class. The right attire lets you move freely, helps teachers see your technique, and keeps distractions to a minimum so everyone can do their best. When you arrive dressed and ready, with hair neatly pulled back, you step into the studio prepared, inspired, and excited to dance your heart out!
Dressing for Movement
If you’re buying dance shoes for the first time, it’s a great idea to get fitted by a professional to ensure the perfect fit and support. June’s Dancewear in Arlington is a wonderful place to find everything you need—just be sure to mention that you dance with Raqad when you visit!
Dress Code for Movement Levels
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Dancewear is required for all classes and rehearsals.
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Students should wear comfortable, modest attire that allows for easy movement and proper body alignment. Skirts, wraps, leggings over tights, or tutus are welcome, as long as knees and ankles remain visible for technique correction.
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Warm-ups, sweaters, and jackets may be worn during the winter months with Mrs. Meghan’s approval.
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**All Levels:**
Black leotard, nude or pink tights, and appropriate dance shoes.
Hair should always be neatly secured away from the face—in a bun for longer hair, or with a headband for shorter styles.
:** Ponytails and braids are not permitted.**
Baggy t-shirts or shorts, crop tops, low-back tops/leotards, jeans, and sweatpants are not permitted, and all jewelry should be removed before class.
** Dance pants are not allowed unless specifically required for a performance..**
Tiny Tots
Dancers may wear black leotard with an optional skirt in any color and tights are preferred.
Hair: Worn off the neck and away from the face.
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Shoes: Pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes are required for classes.
Fusion
Girls
Assigned leotard color, tights, fitted jazz pants or shorts, and a fitted top.
Boys
Athletic/sweat pants & a fitted top the same color as class leotard
Shoes: Any style clean athletic shoe (a pair worn only at dance & not out on the street please)
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Loose tops or pants are allowed only for warm-ups.
Level 1 & 2
Dancers wear a black leotard, and pink tights OR assigned level color.
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Hair: In a bun/back and out of face.
Shoes: Pink ballet shoes, black jazz and tap shoes.
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No jewelry
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Contemporary
Girls
Assigned leotard color, tights, fitted jazz pants or shorts, and a fitted top.
Boys
Athletic/sweat pants & a fitted top the same color as class leotard
Shoes: Any style clean athletic shoe (a pair worn only at dance & not out on the street please)
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Loose tops or pants are allowed only for warm-ups.
Level 3 & Company
Dancers wear a black leotard, and pink tights OR assigned level color.
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Hair: In a bun/back and out of face.
Shoes: Pink ballet shoes, black jazz and tap shoes.
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No jewelry
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Lyrical
Girls
Assigned leotard color, tights, fitted jazz pants or shorts, and a fitted top.
Athletic/sweat pants & a fitted top the same color as class leotard
Boys
Shoes: Any style clean athletic shoe (a pair worn only at dance & not out on the street please)
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Loose tops or pants are allowed only for warm-ups.
Class Leotard Colors & Ordering
Discount Dance was the most affordable option found for the Raqad Movement leotard colors. Find a style that you love and make sure that is available in the color for your student.
Dance and Attire Affordable
At Raqad, we believe dance should be accessible to everyone—no required leotard brands here! We know costs add up quickly, especially for growing dancers. There’s no need to buy pricey outfits that will soon be outgrown; younger dancers can simply wear leggings and a fitted top set aside just for class to help them feel ready to learn.
Need shoes?
Visit our "Shoe Closet"
Dancers can borrow, trade, or donate gently used pairs
Letting everyone have what they need to dance with confidence.
Message us to schedule a visit.
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Want to help?
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Donate outgrown shoes or any you find at thrift stores or garage sales.
We’re always in need of mid-size shoes (sizes 12.5–5.5/6).
Every donation helps another dancer keep moving in worship!