COVID-19 Accommodations
For the safety of all, masks are required for all in-person classes. Some classes will continue to be offered online through ZOOM, contact the Academy for details.
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Nicole “Pinky” Thomas
Preeminent
Dance Institution
We motivate and inspire students through the development of outstanding dance technique, group cooperation, and a positive atmosphere. We provide an environment in which aspiring dancers and choreographers can develop works without committing prematurely to a single dance style.
Classes & Workshop Offered:
- Ballet
- Tap
- Jazz
- Dunham Technique
- Hip Hop
- West African
- Belly Dance
- Modern
- Poms
- Majorette & More!
Weekly Schedule
Tuition
Class Registration Form
WAIVER/INJURY RELEASE & ADDITIONAL RELEASES
I consent to my child’s/my visual image to be used by PINX ACADEMY OF DANCE in general promotion of its programs.
I have read the releases and indemnification agreement and understand its meaning. Being fully aware of these risks, I hereby consent to my child’s/my participation in the PINX ACADEMY OF DANCE program.
What do I need for class?
3-4 Years Old Combo
- Solid Light Pink Leotard (Tank, Cap or Long sleeve)
- Solid Light Pink Dance Tights
- Pink Ballet Slippers (house shoes or ballerina style street shoes are not allowed)
- Black Patton Leather Tap Shoes
- Solid Pink short ballet skirts may be worn in class (No Tutu’s please)
- Pink Leg warmers (optional)
5-7 Years Old Combo
- Solid Lavender Leotard (Tank, Cap or Long sleeve)
- Solid Flesh Colored Dance Tights
- Pink Ballet Slippers (house shoes or ballerina style street shoes are not allowed)
- Black Patton Leather Tap Shoes
- Solid Lavender short ballet skirts may be worn in class (No Tutu’s please)
8-13 Years Old Combo
- Solid Burgundy Leotard (Tank, Cap or Long sleeve)
- Solid Flesh Colored Dance Tights
- Pink Ballet Slippers (house shoes or ballerina style street shoes are not allowed)
- Black Patton Leather Tap Shoes
- Solid Burgundy or Black dance shorts may be worn in class (Flesh colored tights must be worn under shorts)
Ballet
- Solid Black Leotard (tank style or long sleeved)
- Ballet Pink Footed/Transition Dance Tights
- Pink Split Sole Leather Ballet Slipper (Full sole allowed for 3-5yrs Combo Class)
- Solid Black Short Ballet Wrap Skirt may be worn in class
- Solid Black Dance Shorts may be worn over leotard & tights with permission of the instructor
- TUTU’S, LONG SKIRTS, OR LEGGINS ARE NOT TO BE WORN IN CLASS
Gentlemen
- Solid White Fitted Shirt/Tank Top
- Black Male Dance Tights/Pants/Shorts
- Black Split Sole Ballet Slipper (Leather or Canvas)
Tap
- Solid Black Leotard (Tank style or long sleeved during the winter months )
- Black Transition Dance Tights
- Black Patent Leather/Leather Oxford Tap Shoes (Heels may be worn with permission from the instructor)
- Solid Black Dance Shorts may be worn over leotard & tights with permission from the instructor
Gentlemen
- Solid Black/White T-Shirt/Tank Top
- Solid Black Male Dance Pants/Shorts
- Black Patent Leather or Oxford Tap Shoe
Jazz
- Solid Black Leotard (Tank Style or long sleeved during the winter months)
- Black Transition Dance Tights
- Black Split Sole Jazz Shoes (NO JAZZ SNEAKERS)
- Solid Black Dance Shorts may be worn in class with permission from the instructor
Gentlemen
- Solid Black T-Shirt/Tank Top
- Black Male Dance Pants/Shorts
- Black Split Sole Jazz Shoes (NO JAZZ SNEAKERS)
Dunham Technique / Modern / Contemporary
- Solid Black Leotard (Tank Style or long sleeved during the winter months)
- Black Footless/Transition Dance TIghts
- Black Dance Shorts may be worn with permission from the instructor
- Class is taken in bare feet (no shoes/socks)
Gentlemen
- Black T-Shirt/Tank top
- Black Male Dance Tights/Pants/Shorts
- Class is taken in bare feet (no shoes/socks)
West African
- A “LAPA” should be worn over leggings or shorts. The material should wrap 1 ½ times around the waist to be tied in a supportive knot
- Leotard/supportive top
- Class is taken in bare feet (no shoes/socks)
Gentlemen
- Loose fitting pants/shorts not to pass the ankles
- T-shirt/Tank Top
- Class is taken in bare feet (no shoes/socks)
Belly Fusion
- Coin or wrap skirts may be worn over leggings or dance pants
- Supportive tops
- Soft split sole dance slipper is optional (socks are strongly discouraged)
Hip Hop
- Clothing should allow for full movement (jeans are strongly discouraged)
- Supportive tennis shoes/sneakers
HBCU Danceline "Majorette"
- Solid Black Leotard (Tank Style or long sleeved during the winter months)
- Black Footless/Transition Dance TIghts
- Black Dance Shorts may be worn with permission from the instructor
- Class is taken in bare feet (no shoes/socks)
Gentlemen
- Black T-Shirt/Tank top
- Black Male Dance Tights/Pants/Shorts
- Class is taken in bare feet (no shoes/socks)
Class participants: Please download and complete a copy of the Student Info and Waiver.
Alternative shoes should be worn for class during inclimate weather (rain, snow).
Dirty/Muddy or Wet soled shoes will NOT be allowed on the dance floor.
Street shoes are NOT permitted in the front studio.
Nicole “Pinky” Thomas
Academy Director & Principal Instructor
Nicole Thomas is respected in the dance industry as a performer and recognized as an instructor, choreographer and humanitarian.
Nicole has appeared in countless stage productions including A Chorus Line, Three Coins in the Fountain, Showboat, and Tap Dance Kid. She has staged musicals across the country such as Fiddler on the Roof, Once Upon this Island, The Wiz, Children of Eden and many more. As an instructor, Ms. Thomas exposes thousands of aspiring dancers & performers to the wonderful world of dance each year. Her passion for sharing is evident through workshops and ongoing residencies with the Missouri Historical Society, Kaatsbaan International Dance Center, Inc., Stages St. Louis-Education Outreach, Girls Scouts of Eastern Missouri, St. Louis Public Schools, International Association of Blacks in Dance, Black College Dance Exchange, Neighborhood Houses, Club CHIPS, and many more.
In 2006, Nicole fulfilled a lifelong dream by opening Pinx Academy of Dance in University City, Missouri, where she offers a comprehensive dance curriculum to students and professionals of all ages. Pinx Academy of Dance offers a culturally diverse environment with knowledgeable instructors from around the world.