INSPIRE Studio Info Page

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INSPIRE Studio Information


Thank you for being part of INSPIRE Entertainment! Below you’ll find information on our studio Dress Code, Calendar, Parking & Pickup/Dropoff, and other FAQ’s.


Dress Code


Please help us maintain a professional environment by reviewing our INSPIRE Dress Code. All clothing must cover tummies/bums. No crop tops are allowed. Make sure the shirt is long enough to cover your stomach even when your hands are raised above your head. Make sure shorts are long enough to not ride up exposing any part of the bum. Proper shoes that fit are required. To keep dance shoes in good condition, please only wear them during class and performances. Shoes will be used for weekly classes as well as performances. Please note that if you wear underwear to dance class, it should not show. If a bra is needed, please wear a sports bra.


  • ALL DANCE CLASSES: Proper dance attire is required. No school clothes or jeans of any kind. Must be able to move and stretch in clothing. See below for more specific clothing recommendations, required shoes, and hair requirements.


  • Tap/Ballet Combo Classes: Black “Mary Jane” tap shoes, pink ballet shoes (female), black ballet shoes (male). We recommend leotards, tights (or socks), and optional skirts. No color requirements. Hair pulled back out of the face (bun, pony tail, sides back, etc).


  • Tap/Jazz Combo Classes: Black “Mary Jane” tap shoes, skin tone jazz shoes (female), black jazz shoes (male). We recommend leotards, tights (or socks), and optional skirts. No color requirements. Hair pulled back out of the face (bun, pony tail, sides back, etc).


  • Ballet only classes: Female: Black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, optional ballet skirt. Hair in a bun. Male: Black shorts that show knees, a tight-fitting tank top (white or black), black ballet shoes. *Split sole ballet shoes preferred for dancers 8-up.


  • Hip Hop and Hip Hop/Tumble classes: Loose fitting clothes like t-shirts, shorts, sweats, joggers. Feel free to accessorize with hats and layers. Mostly black tennis shoes (of any brand) for ages 6-8 and 9-12 yr old classes and mostly white tennis shoes for classes age 13+. Hair pulled back out of the face.


  • Jazz and Jazz Technique:  Skin tone jazz shoes for 6-8 and 9-12 year old classes and skin tone pirouettes (shoes) for age 13+ classes. We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards. Hair pulled back out of the face in a ponytail or bun.


  • Tap: Black lace up tap shoes. We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards. Hair pulled back out of the face.


  • Contemporary: Skin tone pirouettes (shoes). We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards. Hair pulled back out of the face.


  • Ballroom: Ballroom shoes with a heel (see boutique). We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards, and optional ballroom skirts. Hair pulled back out of the face in a ponytail or bun.


  • Tumbling: Bare feet. We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards, biketards. Nothing baggy so the teachers can spot the kids on tricks. No color requirements. Hair pulled back out of the face in a low ponytail.


  • Cheer & Stunt: All white tennis shoes without a lot of grip. We recommend leotards or tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts. And shorts (no leggings). Hair pulled back out of the face in a ponytail.


  • Music/Dance/Theatre: Skin tone jazz shoes. We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, leotards. Hair pulled back out of the face.


  • Music Theatre Minis and Prep: Dress shoes or closed toed shoes for class. Clothing that students can move and stretch easily. Hair pulled back out of the face. *Black dress shoes (like “Mary Jane” style) may be required for performances, depending on costume. Check w teacher.


  • Acting 101, Group Voice, etc: No shoe requirements. Clothing that students can move and stretch easily.


  • INSPIRE Fitness/Dancer’s Conditioning: Barefeet. We recommend leggings, dance shorts, tight camis/tank tops, fitted athletic shirts, or leotards. Hair pulled back out of the face in a ponytail or bun.


  • Company and Academy classes: Reach out to your director for shoe and dress requirements.


INSPIRE Dancewear Boutique


All dancewear and shoes are sold at our INSPIRE Dancewear Boutique. We recommend going to the boutique a few days before their first class to get shoes and dancewear so they are ready for the first day! Check their Google listing for the most up-to date hours. Email the boutique with questions, for updated hours, or to schedule an appointment → inspiredancewearaz@gmail.com WEBSITE → HERE


Schedule starting 8/4:


  • Monday 6:30-9:00 pm


  • Tuesday 4:30-6:30 pm


  • Wednesday 4:30-7:00 pm


  • Thursday 4:00-6:30 pm


  • Friday & Saturday by appointment


INSPIRE Mind & Body Wellness


INSPIRE Mind and Body Wellness is opening soon! Contact inspirembw@gmail.com with any questions!


Parking Lot/Drop off & Pick up Info


Follow the flow of traffic as shown on the map below for parking and pickup/drop off. If you are coming inside, park in a parking space, not in front of the studio. Be courteous of our neighbors and their parking lots. Please do not park in their lots during their business hours. Please pull all the way to the end of the sidewalk when picking up and dropping off to help with the flow of traffic. DO NOT stop or park at the door.


3:30 pm parent drop off - We are aware that the parking lot gets very busy at this time. To help with the flow of traffic, please try to enter the parking lot from the entrance WEST of the building and exit onto Baseline east of the studio. Thank you!


FAQs

  • What are Rec classes?

    Recreational classes – non-audition, non-competing classes.

  • When do Rec classes start?

    All rec classes start on August 4th.

  • Where are you located?

    4469 E Baseline Road (Southeast corner of Greenfield and Baseline). Front door is located on the West side of the building.

  • What are the costs?

    $40 registration fee ($60 for a family) for the season, monthly tuition, and costume fees ($85 each for most rec costumes – Hip Hop & Tumbling classes are usually less), $25 Showcase fee. More details: https://inspireent.com/registration

  • What do we need to bring to class?

    Bring your required shoes, water bottle, and smile! Have your hair done and clothes on ready to go! Label your dance shoes and water bottle prior to arrival.

  • Do Rec classes perform?

    Students in Recreational classes will be in 2 performances; an In-Studio Showcase in December and an End of Year Showcase in May. For the May Showcase, you will be required to purchase a costume (payments in November & January) in order to participate and pay a showcase fee (due in April). You can opt-out of the May performance if you choose, but must be communicated to office.

  • How do I access my account?

    Log in at: https://app.thestudiodirector.com/inspireent/portal.sd?page=Login with the email associated with your account. If you haven’t logged in to the parent portal before, you will have to select forgot password and enter the email you have on file.

  • What does my online account do?

    On your online account, you can make payments, see your account balance and past payments, add a class or student, see current enrollment, which rooms your classes are in and MORE!

  • Who is my teacher?

    You can see your full registration, including teachers, room number, and more on the online portal!

  • How long does my registration last?

    Your registration will continue through May 2026.

  • Is tuition prorated for months with days or weeks off?

    Monthly tuition remains the same each month regardless of breaks, holidays, illness, personal vacations, or any other reason for missing a class. Contact the office for makeup class options.

  • Where do I get dance wear, shoes, and INSPIRE swag?

    We have an in house boutique! Contact the boutique with questions, for updated hours, or to schedule an appointment. Email – inspiredancewearaz@gmail.com. Website – inspiredancewear.square.site

  • Do you accept donations?

    We always gladly accept donations of bandaids, hair ties, bobby pins, feminine products, clorox wipes, and tissues! We scholarships to struggling families, if you would like to donate to the fund, please email gilbert@inspireent.com attn: Ashley.

  • Do you have a lost and found?

    Yes, our lost and found is located in the student lounge. It is donated monthly.