A consistent uniform helps instructors assess alignment, posture, and technique more clearly, while also creating a respectful, team-focused class environment. It reduces distractions, supports safe movement, and helps students feel part of the Centralpoint community-whether they are dancing for enjoyment, exams, or performances.
To help every dancer feel confident and move safely, we ask families to follow a few presentation standards across all classes. Hair should be secured neatly off the face (preferably in a bun for technique-based styles) and pinned firmly so it won’t fall during turns or floorwork. Jewellery should be minimal (no hoop earrings, necklaces, or bangles) to reduce snagging and injury risk. Please avoid watches and fitness trackers during class. Clothing must allow full range of motion and students may be asked to adjust or add layers if items are too loose, too short, or restrictive. For hygiene and comfort, deodorant is encouraged for older students and dancers should arrive in clean uniform each week.
Wanaka’s weather can be chilly-students are welcome to arrive with warm layers and wear neat warm-ups during the first section of class. Recommended options include fitted wraps, dance knit shorts, leg warmers, or a plain fitted jumper that allows teachers to still see body placement. Layers should be removable once the body is warm and stored tidily in designated areas.
Our studios are purpose-built with sprung floors and dance floor laid on top and looking after them keeps everyone dancing safely. Only clean dance footwear is permitted; shoes worn outdoors cannot be used in class. Students should change into dance shoes on arrival and store outdoor footwear neatly in the waiting area. Please bring a named water bottle to every class and consider a small dance bag to keep items together. We recommend having a spare hair tie, a small towel, and any required accessories (e.g., blister care, sweat towel) on hand. For classes with floorwork, ensure feet and hands are clean and free of grit, and refrain from using heavy body lotions immediately before class to prevent slipping.
Uniform and footwear items can be purchased through your parent portal once you are enrolled. We strongly recommend labelling every item (including shoes) with the dancer’s full name-lost property fills quickly during peak terms. If you’re unsure about sizing, our team can help with fitting advice so dancers can move comfortably and confidently. Uniform requirements may vary by level and performance opportunities, and we will notify families of any updates before the start of a new term or event. If cost is a concern, please speak with us confidentially-where possible we can suggest pre-loved options or practical alternatives that still meet class standards.
Female CENTRALPOINT Black Singlet with White Trim Plain black leggings Barefoot Male CENTRALPOINT Black Tank Plain black leggings or shorts Barefoot
CENTRALPOINT Black Tee Plain Black Shorts Sneakers (white if possible) Please note: No street shoes allowed in the studio as they damage our special flooring. You will need a pair of sneakers for dance class only.
Female CENTRALPOINT Black Singlet with White Trim Plain black leggings Tan Jazz Shoes Male CENTRALPOINT Black Tank Plain black leggings or shorts Tan Jazz Shoes
Pre-Primary in Dance & Primary in Dance (Female): PW Pink Chloe Dress Skin Coloured ballet socks Skin-coloured Ballet Shoes with elastic Pre-Primary in Dance & Primary in Dance (Male) : Well fitted White T-Shirt Black shorts White Socks Black Ballet Shoes with elastic Grades 1-5 (Female): BLOCH Teal Overture Oriana Princess Seam Girls Leotard Skin coloured Ballet Tights Skin-coloured Ballet Shoes Grades 1-5 (Male ): Well fitted White T-Shirt or Leotard Navy shorts or stirrup tights White socks White Ballet Shoes with elastic Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate & Advanced (Female ): BLOCH Black Paradise Leotard Skin coloured Ballet Tights Skin coloured Ballet Shoes Intermediate Foundation, Intermediate & Advanced (Male ): White Leotard or well fitted short sleeved T-Shirt worn tucked into tights Black stirrup tights White socks worn over the tights White Ballet Shoes with elastic
Tutu Dress Biketard Shorts T-Shirt Tulle Skirt
