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Sep 26, 2024
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Dance workshops have long been known to inspire creativity, boost confidence, and foster a sense of community among participants. At Mercy Dance Empire in Kauai, these workshops take on an added layer of significance as they aim to empower the island's youth through the art of movement.

Founded by Mercedes (Mercy) Ross, Mercy Dance Empire offers a wide array of dance classes and workshops that cater to different ages and skill levels. With a background in dance education and professional performance, Mercy brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her students, encouraging them to explore new dance genres and techniques. One of the key goals of Mercy Dance Empire is to instill values of empathy and kindness through performing arts. By providing a safe and supportive environment for young dancers to express themselves, Mercy hopes to nurture their individuality and help them become the best versions of themselves. In addition to traditional dance genres like Ballet, Tap, and Acrobatics, Mercy Dance Empire also offers unique workshops that incorporate elements of storytelling and improvisation. These workshops not only help students improve their technical skills but also encourage them to think creatively and develop their own artistic voice. Through parent's night out events and other community initiatives, Mercy Dance Empire actively engages with the Kauai community, spreading the joy of movement and creating lasting memories for both students and their families. By providing easy access to camp information, registration, and payment services on their website, Mercy Dance Empire ensures that families can easily participate in their programs. If you are looking for a dance studio that goes beyond just teaching steps and routines, Mercy Dance Empire in Kauai is the place to be. With a focus on empowerment, creativity, and community, Mercy Dance Empire is not just a dance studio – it's a place where young dancers can truly thrive.

 
 
 

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Dance Attire 

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Dance Attire Recommendations and Examples. After many years of dancing most of these are tried and true items and their links. Variations are welcomed especially when items are unavailable.​

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Ballet/ Jazz (Ages 3-5) Click Here for My Amazon Shopping List for Girls Ages 3-5!

“Ballet Pink Color” Breathable Canvas material is best! https://a.co/d/0cjMKhXl

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Ages 3-5 Tights in "Ballet Pink Color" Convertible Style (means that they can cover the foot or be worn around the ankles for barefeet.) 

(It helps to get 3 pairs and save one for the showcase.) 

https://www.amazon.com/Pairs-Ballet-Tights-Convertible-Footed/dp/B07T1WNBP9/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=ballet%2Btights%2Bfor%2Bgirls%2Bconvertible&qid=1564266421&s=apparel&sr=1-1&th=1&psc=1

 

Ballet Pink color tights alternative link: https://a.co/d/04dUQp7p

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Ages 3-5 “Ballet Pink Color” Spaghetti Strap Leotard:

https://www.amazon.com/Capezio-Classics-V-Neck-Camisole-Leotard/dp/B0097RPQ60/ref=pd_sbs_193_16?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00KM2MT3M&pd_rd_r=69ffd109-1cbe-4a25-8dfd-43122445036d&pd_rd_w=ntHeD&pd_rd_wg=yyee7&pf_rd_p=43281256-7633-49c8-b909-7ffd7d8cb21e&pf_rd_r=NBX65N53VHB6Y1ZXTNKQ&refRID=NBX65N53VHB6Y1ZXTNKQ&th=1&psc=1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Ages 3-5  “Pull on Skirt” (not tie on). This skirt needs to be paired with the spaghetti strap leotard. “Ballet Pink color” is recommended to match. https://a.co/d/00bnWi9p

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Ages 3-5  ​Light Pink Ballet Dress is optional, as there is more flexibility with separates to be able to wear the leotard under itchy costumes and the future. https://a.co/d/0i3NTUSh

 

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✨ALL DANCERS: Don’t forget to designate a dance bag with your essentials including a water bottle. Be sure to label your child’s name on everything except for ballet shoes as they will need approval on the fit from the teacher. Then once approved you can put your child's name inside the sole of each shoe.

 

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Ballet Bun Tutorial: https://youtu.be/EUVmm9tzZs4?si=5C8TwvZqdfVmzKEm

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-Amazon Bun Kit: https://www.discountdance.com/dancewear/2-12-Hair-Pins/p/BH437?skey=Bunheads%20Hair%20Pin&SID=1979293158&search=true&SortOrder=R 

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-Best Bun Pins: Choose color and size closest to hair color and thickness of bun. 

https://www.discountdance.com/dancewear/2-12-Hair-Pins/p/BH437?skey=Bunheads%20Hair%20Pin&SID=1979293158&search=true&SortOrder=R

 

-Hair Nets: Choose color closest to hair color. https://a.co/d/5bFNQqa​​

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Youth Sizes Age 6+ to Women's Sizes

Click Here for My Amazon Shopping List for Girls 6+/ Women Dance Attire!​​

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Ages 6-Womes's Size Ballet or Contemporary Shoes “Hanami” Get the color closest to the skin color, but make sure tights will match!  Example if the dancer is mocha skin get the mocha colored tights as well. Or if the dancer has the light tan/ "ballet pink" shoes make sure to coordinate with the light "ballet pink" color tights. We want all our lines to look as natural to their features and celebrate our diversity. 

Amazon Link: https://a.co/d/0dVwxyIz

https://www.discountdance.com/dancewear/Girls-Hanami-Canvas-Split-Sole-Ballet-Slipper/p/2037C?skey=Youth%20tan%20ballet%20shoes&SID=1980150551&search=true&SortOrder=R

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 Ballet Tights Get the color closest to the skin color, but make sure tights will match! 

Example if the dancer is mocha skin get the mocha colored tights as well. Or if the dancer has the light tan/ "ballet pink" shoes make sure to coordinate with the light "ballet pink" color tights. We want all our lines to look as natural to their features and celebrate our diversity. 

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Girls Size: (Remember to size way up they run very small) Amazon Link: Capezio Ultra Solft Transition Tights Girls: https://a.co/d/06NMNCNT

​https://www.discountdance.com/dancewear/Girls-Ultra-Soft-Transition-Tights-With-Self-Knit-Waistband/p/1916C?shop=Style&skey=Youth-tanoink+convertible+tights&search=true&SortOrder=R&SID=520923371

 

Women's Size: (Remember to size way up they run very small, Example: Adult size should order size Large/ X-Large)

Amazon Link: https://a.co/d/0hN78KFy

https://www.discountdance.com/dancewear/Adult-Ultra-Soft-Transition-Tights-With-Self-Knit-Waistband/p/1916?shop=Style&skey=women%27s++tanoink+convertible+tights&search=true&SortOrder=R&SID=520923681

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​Big Girls/ Women Leotard (Camisole style straps is recommended as they can be layered under costumes for quick changes and protection against itchy costumes. ) 

https://www.amazon.com/Capezio-Princess-Camisole-Leotard-X-Small/dp/B002XZME7W?ref_=ast_bl_cpl_dp&th=1&psc=1

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Ballet Skirt Pull On Style Recommended in Black (Can be washed once a month on gentile cycle or less depending on how much they wear it.)

Big Girls/ Women's Size: https://a.co/d/0imlzlTu

Girls Size: https://a.co/d/038wm0Z7

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​​​Jazz Dance Class: 

Big Girls Black Shorts: https://a.co/d/ihzS3lt

Women's 5" Black Shorts: Runhit brand https://a.co/d/0cf6hSQr

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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​Contemporary or Jazz Dance: 

Girls Black Leggings: ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​https://a.co/d/093HTzat

Women Size Black Leggings: https://a.co/d/0cmJx9zF

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 Jazz Class (Ages 10+) Big Girls/ Big Boys through Women/Men

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002UUG7A/ref=twister_B0041IXFPY?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

 

Small Girls/ Boys Black Ballet/ Jazz Shoes: https://a.co/d/0fAp7zXT

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Boys/ Men Dance Attire

Click here for My Amazon Shopping List for Boys/ Men! 

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Black Ballet Canvas Shoes: https://a.co/d/0dSji2GL

​​​​​​​​​​Black Youth Sized: https://www.amazon.com/Bloch-Performa-Stretch-Canvas-Slipper/dp/B07B1Q1VV4/ref=cts_sh_2_vtp

 

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Fitted T-shirt (any color): 

https://www.discountdance.com/dancewear/Boys-Short-Sleeve-Dance-Tee/p/ME639C

​https://a.co/d/0ejcQDUI

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Black stretchy dance pants or shorts with underwear/ dance belt. 

NABER Kids Boys Elastic Waist Sports Exercise Trousers Sweatpants Dance Pants Age 4-13 Years

 

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Boys Dance Belt:

https://www.amazon.com/Capezio-Boys-Youth-Full-Dance/dp/B011IP3IRC/ref=pd_sim_193_3/144-3776792-7002010?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B011IP3IRC&pd_rd_r=85afbaa9-9429-4cf1-af49-7036979ebb10&pd_rd_w=yGtnz&pd_rd_wg=ZRf5a&pf_rd_p=90485860-83e9-4fd9-b838-b28a9b7fda30&pf_rd_r=FYAZYTWMBPESXHPQWX05&refRID=FYAZYTWMBPESXHPQWX05

 

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