Recreational/Open Program

North State Ballet’s Recreational/Open Program is designed for dancers seeking high-quality instruction with a more flexible and less intensive training commitment. Class availability is based on enrollment and may vary throughout the year.

While students in this division are not following North State Ballet’s pre-professional training track, they still receive thoughtful, technically sound instruction from our experienced faculty and are held to the same standard of care, professionalism, and excellence in the classroom.

This program is an excellent option for dancers who wish to continue developing their technique, artistry, confidence, and enjoyment of dance while maintaining greater flexibility in their overall schedule.

Students enrolled in the Recreational/Open Program are not eligible for
participation in the Accelerated Training Program.

Class Dress Codes:

North State Ballet’s dress code is designed to support safe movement, focused training, and a professional classroom environment. Dancers should arrive dressed and prepared for their selected class.

Ballet

Female dancers should wear a solid-colored leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes, with hair securely styled in a ballet bun.

Male dancers should wear a fitted white tank top or leotard, black dance shorts or leggings, white socks, and black ballet shoes. A dance belt is highly recommended.

Lyrical / Contemporary

Dancers should wear a leotard or fitted tank top in any color with black dance shorts and/or black leggings. Lyrical shoes are required.

Jazz

Dancers may wear a leotard or fitted tank top in any color with black dance shorts and/or black leggings. Caramel/tan jazz shoes are required.

Hip Hop

Dancers may wear a tank top or leotard with dance shorts, leggings, or loose-fitting dance pants. Light-colored, supportive sneakers are required and must be clean and reserved exclusively for studio use. Black shoes and street-worn shoes are not permitted.

Tap

Dancers should wear a leotard or fitted tank top with black dance shorts or leggings. Black lace-up tap shoes are required.

Acro

Dancers should wear a leotard or fitted tank top with black dance shorts or leggings. For safety, clothing must be fitted, and loose clothing and jewelry are not permitted. Acro classes are taken barefoot.

Bra tops are not permitted. Crop tops must provide appropriate coverage and
reach the belly button when standing upright.

Studio Guidelines

To help create a safe, respectful, and focused environment for everyone, please keep the following in mind:

• Please plan to arrive approximately 10 minutes before class to allow time to change, organize belongings, and be ready when class begins.

• Avoid hanging jewelry and excessive or loose clothing that may interfere with movement or create a safety concern.

• Cell phones should be silenced during class.

• Dance shoes only are permitted on the studio floors.

• Water bottles are welcome in the studios; please use bottles without straws. No other beverages are permitted.

• Photography and video recording are not permitted during class unless specifically authorized by North State Ballet.