Contemporary borrows from classical ballet, jazz, modern, lyrical and hip hop to form an expressive dance style known for connecting the body and mind through movement. 

Contemporary dance builds self-confidence, endurance, strength, emotional, body and spatial awareness. 

Girls can wear any color leotard, fitted jazz shorts or leggings with a fitted top, tank, or half top. Dancers have the option to wear dance socks, sole shields, or dance barefoot. Hair is to be pulled back from face and neck. Convertible tights are optional. Boys can wear athletic shorts, t-shirt, dance socks or dance barefoot.