class & Uniform Descriptions
Uniforms and Appearance
Uniforms & Appearance
At Mill Ballet School, we believe that professional habits begin in the studio. Proper dance attire promotes discipline, respect for the art form, and allows instructors to accurately assess alignment, placement, and technique. Maintaining a consistent dress code helps create a focused learning environment where every dancer can thrive.
Required Attire
All students must arrive dressed in the appropriate attire for their assigned level and class. Dancewear should be clean, well-fitting, and in good condition.
To ensure instructors can clearly observe and correct technique, loose-fitting clothing is not permitted during class. Dancers should avoid oversized shirts, sweatpants, or garments that obscure body alignment and movement.
Hair & Grooming
Girls: Hair must be neatly and securely fastened in a classical ballet bun unless otherwise directed by the instructor.
Boys: Hair should be clean, neat, and groomed in a manner that does not interfere with movement or instruction.
Hair should be secured away from the face for all classes.
Jewelry & Accessories
For the safety of all students
No jewelry, watches, smart watches, or dangling accessories may be worn during class.
Small stud earrings may be permitted at the discretion of the school.
Cell phones should be silenced and stored away during class.
Seasonal Guidelines
During colder months, dancers may wear fitted warm-up attire such as leg warmers, knit shorts, wrap sweaters, or approved dance warm-ups.
During summer months, girls may wear thin white ankle socks as appropriate, and boys may wear black dance shorts or fitted biker shorts when approved for their level.
Pointe Classes
Dance skirts may only be worn during pointe classes unless otherwise authorized by faculty.
Pointe shoes should be properly fitted and approved by faculty prior to use.
Purchasing Dancewear
All dance uniforms are purchased through the registration portal or directly at the schools ballet boutique e may be purchased directly through Mill Ballet School. Faculty and staff are available to assist families in selecting the required items for each level and program. Please arrive at least 45 minutes prior to the start of your first class at the school.
Professional Expectations
Students are expected to present themselves in a manner that reflects the values of Mill Ballet School: discipline, respect, professionalism, and pride in their training. Consistent adherence to the dress code helps create an environment where dancers can focus on growth, excellence, and the pursuit of their highest artistic potential.
Class Descriptions & School Uniform Requirements
Creative Movement
Ages 3–5
Creative Movement introduces young dancers to the joy of movement, music, imagination, and self-expression. Through age-appropriate activities, students develop coordination, balance, rhythm, creativity, classroom skills, and confidence. This class serves as an important first step toward future ballet training.
Uniform
White Eurotard tank leotard
White pull-on skirt or leotard with attached skirt
Pink or skin-tone footed or convertible tights, or white ankle socks
Pink ballet shoes
White hair scrunchie
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Pre-Ballet
Ages 4½–6
Pre-Ballet builds upon the foundations established in Creative Movement. Students explore rhythm, musicality, patterns, coordination, and introductory ballet vocabulary while developing discipline, focus, and a love for dance. This level prepares dancers for formal ballet training.
Uniform
Light pink Eurotard tank leotard
Light pink pull-on skirt or leotard with attached skirt
Pink or skin-tone footed or convertible tights, or white ankle socks
Pink ballet shoes
Pink hair scrunchie
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Classical Ballet Program
Ballet Levels 1–6
The Classical Ballet Program focuses on the progressive development of strong technical foundations, artistry, musicality, body awareness, proper placement, and ballet vocabulary. Each level builds upon the previous one, providing dancers with a comprehensive and structured ballet education.
Students transferring from another school must participate in a placement evaluation to ensure proper level assignment.
Ballet Uniform Requirements
Ballet 1
Maroon Eurotard tank leotard
Pink or skin-tone footed or convertible tights
Ballet shoes
Maroon hair scrunchie
Ballet 2
Red Eurotard tank leotard
Pink or skin-tone footed or convertible tights
Ballet shoes
Red hair scrunchie
Ballet 3
Light blue Eurotard tank leotard
Pink or skin-tone footed or convertible tights
Ballet shoes
Light Blue hair scrunchie
Ballet 4
Royal blue Eurotard tank leotard
Pink or skin-tone footed or convertible tights
Ballet shoes
Royal Blue hair scrunchie
Ballet 5
Navy blue leotard
Pink or skin-tone convertible tights
Ballet shoes
Ballet 6
Black leotard
Pink or skin-tone convertible tights
Ballet shoes
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Contemporary Dance Levels Beginner - Advanced
Contemporary Dance combines elements of ballet, modern, jazz, and contemporary movement styles. Students explore movement quality, improvisation, artistry, musicality, floor work, and creative expression while expanding their movement vocabulary and performance skills.
Uniform
Ballet level leotard or black tank leotard
Pink, skin-tone, or black convertible tights
Dance socks or approved contemporary footwear
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Jazz Dance Levels Beginner - Advanced
Jazz classes develop strength, flexibility, coordination, style, rhythm, and performance quality. Students explore traditional and contemporary jazz techniques through center work, across-the-floor progressions, and choreography.
Uniform
Ballet level leotard or black tank leotard
Black tights, leggings, or dance pants
Jazz shoes
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Pre-Pointe
Pre-Pointe is designed for dancers preparing for pointe work. Emphasis is placed on foot and ankle strength, alignment, flexibility, balance, and proper ballet technique to safely prepare students for pointe training.
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Pointe Levels 1–3
Pointe classes provide progressive instruction in the technical and artistic requirements of dancing en pointe. Placement is determined solely by faculty evaluation and readiness.
Uniform
Ballet level leotard or black leotard
Pink or skin-tone convertible tights
Approved pointe shoes
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Hip Hop Levels Beginner - Advanced
Hip Hop introduces students to the foundations of street dance styles while developing musicality, coordination, rhythm, confidence, and performance skills.
Uniform
Athletic wear suitable for movement
Clean indoor sneakers
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Teen & Adult Ballet
Designed for beginning through advanced adult students and teens, this class provides a welcoming environment to learn ballet technique, improve flexibility and strength, and enjoy the artistry of dance.
Uniform
Comfortable dance attire
Ballet shoes
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Boys Dance Program
Designed specifically for male dancers, this class focuses on strength, athleticism, coordination, musicality, and technical development across multiple dance styles.
Uniform
White fitted short-sleeve T-shirt
Black dance pants, tights, or shorts
black socks
black ballet shoes or style-appropriate footwear
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Integrated Dance Program
Mill Ballet School proudly offers a fully inclusive dance environment where dancers of all abilities are welcome.
For more than 25 years, our faculty has been recognized for leadership in integrated dance education. Students with physical, developmental, sensory, and cognitive disabilities participate alongside their peers in an inclusive and supportive environment that celebrates every dancer’s unique abilities.
For placement assistance and accommodations, please contact Director of Education Melissa Roxey.
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Private Instruction
Ages 7–Professional
Private lessons are available for students seeking individualized instruction and accelerated growth. Sessions may focus on technique improvement, audition preparation, choreography, performance coaching, wedding dances, competition preparation, or specialized training.
Private instruction is available in a variety of dance styles and must be scheduled and approved through the School Director.
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Outreach & Community Programs
Mill Ballet School offers educational outreach programs throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Programs can be customized for schools, libraries, community organizations, senior centers, and special populations.
Please contact the Director for additional information regarding program availability and scheduling.
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Pre-Professional Trainee Division
Junior Division (Ages 10–13)
Senior Division (Ages 14–18)
Uniform
Roxey Ballet Official Trainee Leotard, Grey Camisole Leotard & Black Camisole Leotard, Pink, Black & Skin Colored Convertible TIghts, Black and Skin Color Dance Socks, Pointe Shoes if Applicable, Black short skirt, other accessories as required.
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