High Waisted Dance Shorts

High-waisted dance shorts for girls, sizes 4–12. Designed for ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary and recital — with a stay-put waistband that sits at the natural waist through every turn, leap and across-the-floor combo.

What makes a great high-waisted dance short

  • Waistband height — a true high-rise sits 1–2 inches above the belly button, covering the midriff and staying put without rolling down mid-class
  • Fabric stretch — 4-way stretch lets you move in every direction without restriction; avoid stiff or woven fabrics for movement classes
  • Finish — matte fabrics look cleaner under stage lighting and photograph better at recitals than shiny spandex
  • Length — mid-thigh is the most versatile length for class and performance

Which style is right for your dancer

For ballet and contemporary: black or neutral tone, clean lines, no embellishment. For jazz and tap: any color works — pick one that coordinates with your costume or studio uniform. For competition and recital: black is the standard; bright colors for solo routines.

Size guide

S fits girls sizes 4–5 | M fits sizes 6–7 | L fits sizes 8–10 | XL fits size 12