Young Children's Program (Ages 0-6)
Mommy and Me (ages 0-2 as of 9/1/2024) Dance attire of your choice or stretchy/comfortable clothing.
Pre-Ballet I and Tap/Jazz combo I (ages 3-4 as of 9/1/2024) Capezio light pink cap sleeve leotard, Capezio pink tights, Capezio pink canvas "Hanami" ballet slippers, Capezio black "Mary Jane" style velcro clasp tap shoes, hair in a bun.
Pre-Ballet II, Tap/Jazz Combo II, Jazz/Hip Hop II (ages 5-6 as of 9/1/2024) Capezio light blue cap sleeve leotard, Capezio pink tights, Capezio pink canvas "Hanami" ballet slippers, Capezio black "Mary Jane" style velcro clasp tap shoes (for Tap/Jazz Combo), Capezio black slip-on jazz shoes (for Jazz/Hip Hop), hair in a bun.
Academy (Ages 7 and up, classically focused training)
Level I (age 7 9/1/2024, then evaluation only following the first year) Capezio royal blue camisole leotard, Capezio pink tights, Capezio pink canvas "Hanami" ballet slippers, Capezio black slip-on jazz shoes, hair in a bun.
Level II-A (Evaluation only) Capezio forest green camisole leotard, Capezio convertible pink tights, Capezio pink canvas "Hanami" ballet slippers, Capezio black slip-on jazz shoes, hair in a bun.
Level II-B (Evaluation only) Capezio burgundy camisole leotard, Capezio convertible pink tights with seams, Capezio pink canvas "Hanami" ballet slippers, Pre-Pointe shoes, and hair in a bun.
Level III-A (Evaluation only) Mirella garnet camisole leotard in adult sizes, Wear Moi Fiorella red leotard in child sizes, Capezio convertible pink tights with seams, Capezio pink canvas "Hanami" ballet slippers, hair in a bun. Pointe shoes *Dancers must pass the Pre-Pointe test in order to train for pointe.
Level III-B (Evaluation only) Mirella blackberry camisole leotard, Capezio convertible pink tights with seams, Capezio pink canvas "Hanami" ballet slippers, pointe shoes, and hair in a bun.
Level IV (Evaluation only) Mirella black camisole leotard, Capezio convertible pink tights with seams, Capezio pink canvas "Hanami" ballet slippers, pointe shoes, and hair in a bun.
Level V (Evaluation only) Wear Moi "Abbie" camisole leotard in fuchsia, Capezio convertible pink tights with seams, Capezio pink canvas "Hanami" ballet slippers, pointe shoes, and hair in a bun.
Pre-Professional (Evaluation Only) Nikolay "Charlotte" leotard in dark blue, Capezio convertible pink tights with seams, Capezio pink "Hanami" ballet slippers, pointe shoes, and hair in a bun.
Ballet Boys (Audition Only) email patrick@hinsdaledanceacademy.com for more information. Black leggings or pants, white or black plain t-shirt, black or white socks and black canvas ballet slippers.
Hinsdale Dance Project (Ages 7 and up, competitive dance styles and recreational ballet)
Project Ballet (All Levels) Black leotard (any style), pink Capezio tights, Capezio pink canvas “Hanami” ballet slippers, hair in a bun.
Project Jazz (All Levels) Black leotard (any style), Capezio pink tights rolled up at the ankle, black Capezio shorts for jazz, black Capezio slip-on jazz shoes and hair in a bun
Project Lyrical/Contemporary (All Levels) Black leotard (any style), Capezio pink tights rolled up at the ankle, bare feet and hair in a bun.
Project Stretch/Strengthen (All Levels) Black leotard (any choice), pink Capezio convertible tights rolled up at the ankle, bare feet, and hair in a bun.
Adult Division (Ages 18 and up)
Beginner Ballet: 0-2 years of experience
Intermediate Ballet: 3+ years experience
Pointe: Must be in Intermediate and approved by the Director
Stretch/Strengthen: All dancers welcome!
