Our Dress Code

A family-run dance studio where passion meets excellence, and every dancer bAt Moves Dance Studio, we have a dress code to ensure that all dancers are dressed appropriately for optimal movement and safety during classes. This uniformity helps instructors provide effective corrections and fosters a sense of discipline and professionalism among our students.

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Our Story

Built on Family Values

Founded in 2009, Moves Dance Studio began as a dream shared by our

founding family - to create a space where young dancers could explore their creativity while building confidence, discipline, and lifelong friendships.

What started as a small studio with a handful of students has grown into a thriving dance community spanning multiple locations across Chicago. Despite our growth, we've never lost sight of our core mission: treating every dancer as part of our extended family.

Today, we're proud to have trained hundreds of dancers, many of whom have gone on to pursue professional careers in dance, while others simply carry with them the confidence and joy that dance has brought to their lives.

Tutu 2's & Lily Biffles

Attire

Any colored leotard & pink tights. Attached or detached skirts/tutus are permitted.
Hair pulled back as much as possible away from face.

Shoes

Pink Ballet Shoes.

Twinkle Toes

Attire

Any colored leotard & pink tights. Attached or detached skirts/tutus are permitted.
Hair pulled back as much as possible away from face.

Shoes

Pink Ballet Shoes & Black Tap Shoes.

Ballet & Pre Pointe

Attire

Any colored leotard & pink tights. Ballet skirts or form fitting shorts are permitted to be worn over leotard. Form fitting ballet sweaters are allowed at barre. No oversize or baggy clothes. Hair must be worn in a secure bun.

Shoes

Pink Ballet Shoes. Pointe shoes acceptable for approved dancers.

Jazz & Musical Theatre

Attire

Fitted dance attire: Leotard with tights and dance shorts or leggings. Tee, crop top or sports bra with athletic shorts or leggings. No oversized/baggy clothes. Hair secured in ponytail.

Shoes

Tan Jazz Shoes.

Contemporary & Lyrical

Attire

Fitted dance attire: Leotard with tights and dance shorts or leggings. Tee, crop top or sports bra with athletic shorts or leggings. No oversized/baggy clothes. Hair secured in ponytail.

Shoes

Bare feet, turners, toe paws or Apollo brand dance socks.

Hip Hop

Attire

T-shirt or tank top. Comfortable, loose-fitting pants/joggers, shorts or leggings. Hair secured in Ponytail

Shoes

Clean, non-marking sneakers.

Acro

Attire

Leotard with or without form fitting shorts. No socks or tights. Hair secured in Ponytail.

Shoes

Bare feet.

Boys

Attire

Athletic wear acceptable for all styles, except for Ballet and Acro which should be form fitting attire.

Our Mission & Values

Everything we do is guided by our commitment to excellence, family values, and the transformative power of dance

Excellence

We maintain the highest standards in dance education, combining proven techniques with innovative teaching methods to help every student reach their full potential.

Family

Every student, parent, and instructor is valued as part of our studio family. We create an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.