Most uniform items are available from ‘Ballet-hoo’ in Godalming, Clova in Haslemere or online.
| Ballet-hoo 113 High Street Godalming GU7 1AQ 01483 416 233 www.ballethoodancewear.co.uk |
or at Clova 78 Wey Hill Surrey, Haslemere GU27 1HN 07759 948074 heather@clovahaslemere.co.uk |
PRE-SCHOOL BALLET & TAP
| Girls White silver star tutu (available at classes) Plum ballet crossover (available at classes) White leotard or white pants and vest 2-3 year olds: White/Light pink leggings with bare feet 3-4 year olds: White/Light pink ballet tights with Pink ballet shoes |
Boys Red/Grey tracksuit bottoms White/Red/Grey T-shirt Bare feet/Black ballet shoes |
CLASSICAL BALLET
| Pre-Primary & Primary | |
| Girls Lilac RAD leotard Lilac RAD skirt Pink RAD socks Pink leather ballet shoes with elastics |
Boys RAD white leotard Blue RAD shorts White RAD socks White or black ballet shoes |
| Grades 1 & 2 | |
| Girls “Aimee” marine blue RAD leotard Pink RAD socks Pink leather ballet shoes with elastics RAD “Blues” Character Skirt Low heel Character Shoes |
Boys White RAD leotard Blue RAD shorts White RAD socks White or black ballet shoes with elastics |
Grade 3 - 5 |
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| Girls “Faith” Red RAD leotard Pink RAD tights Pink leather ballet shoes with elastics RAD “Brights” Character Skirt Cuban heel Character Shoes |
Boys White RAD leotard Blue RAD shorts White RAD socks White or black ballet shoes with elastics |
Grade 6 - Advanced | Masterclass & Pointe |
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| Girls A plain black leotard Black Chiffon skirt Pink tights Pink canvas split sole ballet shoes RAD “Brights” Character Skirt Cuban heel Character Shoes Grade 7 + Pink pointe shoes Intermediate + Pink Soft blocks with pink satin ribbons |
Boys White RAD leotard Blue RAD stirrup tights White RAD socks White ballet shoes |
TAP, MODERN & JAZZ
Pre-Primary to Grade 3
| Modern Dance | |
| Girls Deep Red Leotard ‘Jenetex’ long black shorts |
Boys Deep Red or Black T shirt Black shorts |
| Tap Dance (NB - see below for information about shoes) | |
| Girls Leotard as above Black long ‘jenetex’ shorts or Black leggings Black socks Black tap shoes |
Boys Deep Red or Black T shirt as above Black long fitted shorts or Black Jazz trousers Black socks Black tap shoes |
Grade 4 – Advanced
| Modern / Jazz Dance | |
| Girls A plain Black leotard (own choice of style but must cover bra) Black convertible tights by Capezio Black short Bloch or Capezio shorts as an extra option |
Boys Black T shirt Black long fitted shorts |
| Tap Dance (NB - see below for information about shoes) | |
| Girls Black leotard Black convertible tights by Capezio Black short Bloch or Capezio Shorts Black tap shoes |
Boys Black T shirt Black Jazz trousers Black tap shoes |
RED SHOES HOODIES: Available to order. Please contact Stella: info@redshoesschoolofdance.co.uk
TAP SHOES
Buying tap shoes can be confusing as there are many different styles of shoe and ‘tap’. Below is information that may help.
Primary Tap Shoes
- For very young dancers any standard aluminium taps will do.
- Shoes should have both heel and toe taps, as this encourages excellent technique right form the outset!
- Taps can be bought separately but will then need to be fitted to the shoes. Not all cobblers know how to do this! A properly affixed tap should follow the contour of the shoe (both heel and toe).
- Black leather or canvas shoes with a single bow or laces are suitable.
- A low heel is essential.
Tap shoes for higher Grades and Vocational Exams
- As dancers progress the quality of the taps will make a difference to the sound when dancing.
- If possible invest in shoes that come with very good taps affixed.
- ‘Bloch’ and ‘Capezio’ both make good quality, strong shoes.
- Please buy ‘standard’ soled shoes as opposed to ‘split soles’, as they encourage good technique.
- One of the most popular styles among both beginners and professionals is ‘The Oxford’ a lace up shoe with leather uppers.
- A low, broad heel is best. Do not buy shoes with ‘cuban’ heels.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Do not buy ‘Jingle Taps’. These are not allowed in ISTD dance exams.
- Please check shoes regularly as taps with very loose/ill fitting screws can do damage to the floor.
ONLINE
There are many online retailers. Please bear in mind that it can be especially complicated buying shoes online as sizes and manufacturers vary - you may find it easier to buy shoes from local dance stores.
Here are a few links to Online Dancewear companies that you may like to try for other items:
RAD Enterprises | Dance Direct | Bloch | Porselli | Dancia International
SECOND HAND UNIFORM
The Second hand uniform shop selling pre-loved dance wear and shoes will be open at the start of every half term on Saturdays between 9.15-11am at Grayshott village Hall. We will notify you by email of forthcoming sales when the dates are confirmed.
If you have any suitable second hand items you would like us to try and sell, please contact Louise Turner at redshoes2ndhandshop@gmail.com. For each item sold, 75% of the sale price will be repaid to you, 25% will go towards the Red Shoes Show/Costume fund. Please can you ensure items are clean and in good condition and we will price them for you ready to sell.
Please note: we can only accept current Red Shoes uniform colours (please see uniform guidelines above).
Any enquiries, please contact Louise at: redshoes2ndhand@gmail.com
