Uniform is an essential part of the discipline of all subjects and reflects the commitment from students to their studies. Moreover, uniform has practical implications for the performance of dance, hence the different styles of shoes and other apparel necessary for different subjects.

The ability of the teacher to see the silhouette of a dancer’s body helps in making the necessary corrections and adjustment to ensure safe and proper execution of all movements and steps. For this reason, close fitting clothing is essential. Likewise, safety must be taken into account when considering jewellery and other accessories. Loose jewellery, earrings and necklaces, belts, untied shoe laces or ribbons can all present hazards whilst dancing, especially in groups and/or with partners. For similar reasons long hair should be secured in a bun with fringes also pinned back off the face.

All Logo-wear can be purchased and ordered if not in stock, exclusively through Penelopes.

Dance shoes and Dance-wear need to fit correctly to enable correct technique. Therefore, all items of uniform are held in stock in our sales department and will be fitted accordingly.

A uniform list for various age ranges, for both boys and girls can be downloaded below.

Girls Junior - Download

Girls Senior - Download

Girls Inter - Download

Boys Junior - Download

Boys Senior/Inter - Download

The Classical Bun

Hair to be smoothed into a hair coloured band in mid centre of head, the hair can then be twisted and curled to make the bun shape. Apply a natural coloured bun net to the bun shape and grip securely. If a book were placed on the crown of the head, the top of the bun would sit underneath. There should not be a visible fringe.

Classical Plaits

Part the hair slightly to left of centre, each side is  then to be ‘frenchplaited’ and finished with hair coloured bands, neatly wrap hair near to the base of the hairline and secure with pins. There should not be a visible fringe.

We teach through Positivity and Encouragement therefore…

As you are Ambassadors for Penelope's always create a positive attitude whenever you are at the studio, performing, competing or wearing PDS Logo-wear.

We believe in Dance.. in it's camaraderie, of many moving as one..

Be Polite and treat everyone at the studio with respect and as you would wish to be treated.

Work together as a team. Show commitment, loyalty and honesty to one another.

Treat the studio as your home and with the respect you would give to your home.

Always place rubbish in the bin provided.

We believe in dance.. In its discipline its technique and the character it builds

Respect for the Art, Teacher and One's self are gained by the preparation for class, therefore…

• Dress neatly, understand and respect that each subject has its own style and needs the correct attire (dance wear and dance shoes) to achieve the correct technique.
  
  
• Hair should always be neatly groomed in either a bun (exam style) or french plaits secured (festival/ performance style). These may be viewed on the PDS Website. There should be no visible fringes.
  
  
• No earrings or jewellery should be worn to class, and chewing gum should be discarded before entering the studio for obvious health and safety reasons
  
  
• Keep your data file with you in your bag, in case notes need to made during class or letters from teachers etc need to be taken home or stored safely for the future.
  
  
• Keep your belongings neatly stored in your bag, with all items clearly named. Do not bring valuables to the studio.

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