2025 uniform & shoes

 At Vital Movement Studios we believe that wearing studio uniforms give students a sense of belonging to our family as well as creating an identity for our studio in the greater community. Dance is a discipline, and our uniform is designed to put all students in the correct frame of mind as well as diminishing economic and social barriers between students. Correct uniform must always be worn. Teachers must be able to see the dancer’s body outline clearly in order to make proper corrections on posture, alignment, safe dance practices and technique.  

Vital Movement Studios promotes inclusivity and acceptance for all students. Students can choose their preferred uniform for each style regardless of gender, this includes concert costumes. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions.

You can order VMS uniform, tights, shoes and accessories through your parent portal store. Simply log in and select ‘Shop’ > ‘Store’ to view the full range.

JAZZ / TAP / ACROBATICS / HIP HOP / LYRICAL / CONTEMPORARY

  • THE FOLLOWING STYLES CAN BE WORN TO ANY OF YOUR CLASSES EXCEPT FOR BALLET, POINTE OR READY SET DANCE, READY SET ACRO, READY SET BALLET

  • REGULAR FIT SHIRTS ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR ACRO. CLOTHING MUST BE TIGHT FITTING FOR SAFETY AND SPOTTING

  • JUMPERS TO BE WORN FOR WARM UP AND COOL DOWN ONLY. STUDENTS MUST ONLY WEAR VMS BRAND OR PLAIN BLACK JUMPERS TO CLASS

  • HIP HOP STUDENTS AND BOYS CAN WEAR THEIR OWN PLAIN BLACK PANTS OR SHORTS

SIZING

There are a variety of sample sizes available to try on in the foyer. Some sizes run big, especially the sweaters and hoodies so we strongly suggest trying some on before ordering.

To view the size charts for VMS uniform CLICK HERE

ORDERS

Orders can take 4-6 weeks to arrive and you will be notified when they are ready to collect from the studio.

The current order for the new VMS uniform is due no later than Saturday 22nd February.

All subsequent orders will be placed when we reach 20 items or more for printing.

BALLET UNIFORM

Primary, Grade 1, Grade 2

CLOTHING

  • ‘Energetiks CL04’ mulberry sleeveless leotard

  • Mulberry crossover top and wrap skirt (optional)

  • Nude footed studio tights

SHOES

  • ‘MDM Elemental’ pink leather ballet shoes, or equivalent in leather

Grade 3 & above

CLOTHING

  • ‘Energetiks’ CL04 Black sleeveless leotard (or equivalent)

  • Black wrap skirt & crossover (optional)

  • Nude footed studio tights

  • Adult students may wear any dance or active wear clothing

SHOES

  • ‘MDM Elemental’ pink leather ballet shoes, or equivalent in split sole leather

Boys

  • Plain white short-sleeve, cotton t-shirt

  • Black dance pants or dance shorts

SHOES

·         Black split sole leather Ballet shoes

ADULT CLASSES

Adult students are encouraged to wear VMS uniform, however you can wear any suitable dance or active wear to all adult classes.

SHOES

Jazz shoes

U8 / U10 / U13 / U15

  • Tan jazz shoes - ‘MDM Protract’ leather or equivalent

OPEN

  • Monday & Wednesday Open require both tan and black jazz shoes - ‘MDM Protract’ leather or equivalent

ADULT

  • Black jazz shoes - ‘MDM Protract’ leather or equivalent

Tap shoes

U8

  •   Tan tap shoes – ‘Bloch’ Tap On’s

U10 / U13

  • Tan tap shoes – ‘Slicks’ or ‘Bloch’ Tap On’s

U15

  • Tan tap shoes - Preferred brand is ‘Slicks’ or can also wear ‘Bloch’ Showtappers

OPEN

  • Tan & Black tap shoes required for all Open classes. Preferred brands for low black shoes are ‘Bloch’ tap flex, and for tan shoes ‘Slicks’ brand.

ADULT

  • Black tap shoes for Adult classes – any size heel allowed

 

Lyrical and contemporary shoes

  • Capezio Turning Pointe 55 Contemporary shoes or equivalent for all classes

Hip Hop shoes

  • White volleys (canvas sneakers) or any plain white sneakers

Acrobatics

  • No footwear required, bare feet only      

Boys shoes

  • JAZZ – ‘BLOCH’ Black Elastaboots (or equivalent)

  • TAP – ‘Energetiks’ TSC05 Black (or equivalent)

Pointe shoes

All Pointe students must pass a pre-pointe assessment with a qualified Physiotherapist and consult Miss Jacinta BEFORE purchasing pointe shoes. She will advise what you need and where to be fitted