RATES & POLICIES
TUITION STANDARDS AND POLICIES (Please Read Carefully)
• Registration: Prior to August 1, 2024,there is a non refundable $50.00 registration fee due with your registration form. 2nd child $20.00, 3rd child $15.00.
• Tuition: is due by the 1st of the month and is late by the 10th of the month. WE WILL NOT SEND A BILL. Statements are only sent when your balance is past due. If you are absent on the due date, for your convenience you may mail in your tuition or call it in with a credit card.
• Autobill: For your convenience, you may elect to auto bill your dance tuition, it will be charged to your card on file on the 28th of the month prior for the upcoming month. Registration and tuition for the first month you register are due in person at the studio.
• Tuition Rates: are based on the number of hours of dance classes per student &/or family.
45 min/Hour $68.00, 1 Hour $72.80, 2 Hours $128.96, 3 Hours $170.56, 4 Hours $201.00, 5 Hours $244.40, 6 Hours $268.28, 7 Hours $291.21, 8-10 Hours $317.20, (Add $33.28 for each additional hour over 10 hours.)
• Late fee: A $20.00 late fee will be assessed on the 10th. If you are on auto bill and for any reason your card does not process and tuition is not paid by the 9th, the $15 late fee will be applied on the 10th.
• Returned Check: There will be a $35.00 fee for any returned checks and payment must be paid in cash or with a money order.
• Withdrawal: Notice must be given in writing/email. No partial month refunds will be given for withdrawals made mid-month. Tuition will cease the 1st of the month following written/email notification. No refunds of tuition/fees will be given for unused partial months. No exceptions.
• Temporary Withdrawal: We will “freeze” your account and hold your child’s spot temporarily (up to 2 months). Upon return there will be a reactivation fee of $35.00. Written/e-mail notification is required and will apply to the1st of the month following the notification.
• Holidays, Vacation, Sick Days: Tuition costs are based on an annual rate, and have been broken into equal monthly payments for your convenience. The same amount is due regardless of holidays, vacations or sick days, etc. (see attendance below) there are NO make-up classes for scheduled holiday closings, or once recital prep has begun.
RECITAL (ANNUAL RECITAL) FEES (see Recital form for fees & payment plan options)
• Accounts must be current with a zero balance in order to participate in our annual Recital.
• If there is an unpaid balance in your account when Recital costumes are distributed you must bring your account balance current in order to receive your costumes.
DANCE ATTIRE GUIDELINES
For your convenience, dance attire is available for purchase at the studio, though it is not mandatory to purchase through the studio.
Tap
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(Level 8+) Black hard sole lace-up tap shoes.
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(Level adv/beg-adv) Black full wood sole tap shoes.
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Hair: Keep hair pulled back and secured off the face.
Ballet
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(Ages 8+) Pink canvas split sole ballet shoes.
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Pink tights and black leotard; ballet skirts optional.
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No princess slippers allowed.
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Tights: Please wear tights under leotards for sanitary reasons.
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Hair: Keep hair pulled back and secured off the face. For Ballet, hair should be in a bun.
Jazz
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Any form-fitting dance attire.
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Black slip-on leather jazz shoes required for level 8+ only.
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Hair: Keep hair pulled back and secured off the face.
Contemporary
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Loose, comfortable clothing; bare feet or socks.
Musical Theatre Jazz
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Any form-fitting dance attire.
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Black jazz shoes.
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Hair: Keep hair pulled back and secured off the face.
Hip Hop
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Comfortable clothing; sneakers only. No bare feet or jazz shoes.
Acro
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Form-fitting dance attire; bare feet.
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Hair: Keep hair pulled back and secured off the face.
Tiny, Mini Movers, BTJ, and BTAJ
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Leotard and tights in any color; skirts optional.
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Black patent leather tap shoes, pink leather ballet shoes, and black slip-on leather jazz shoes.
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No princess slippers allowed.
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Tights: Please wear tights under leotards for sanitary reasons.
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Hair: Keep hair pulled back and secured off the face.
CONDUCT GUIDELINES AND DANCE ETIQUETTE
Cover-Ups: Wear cover-ups to and from the studio, especially for older students, to maintain modesty.
Dress Code: Inappropriate dance attire will be addressed.
No Gum: Chewing gum is not allowed due to safety concerns.
Devices: Cell phones and smartwatches are not permitted in class unless approved by your teacher.
DANCE CLASS ETIQUETTE
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Arrive on Time: Arrive early to warm up and be ready to start class promptly.
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Dress Appropriately: Wear the required dance attire and shoes for your class. Proper attire ensures safety and allows instructors to see your lines and form.
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Respect the Space: Be mindful of the studio space and others around you. Avoid blocking pathways and keep your belongings organized.
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Listen to Instructors: Pay attention to your teacher’s instructions and corrections. Show respect by not talking while they’re speaking.
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Be Supportive: Encourage fellow dancers and celebrate their progress. A positive atmosphere benefits everyone.
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Practice Focus and Concentration: Stay engaged during class. Avoid distractions, such as laughing and talking with friends.
PLACEMENT
• Students are evaluated on a personal basis; an entire class does not advance as a unit.
• Student placement is made at the discretion of the school’s director, and or student’s teacher and not of the student or parent. It is important in be placed in the appropriate classes to ensure proper progression.
ATTENDANCE
• It is important for students to attend class regularly and arrive on time. For the safety of our dancers the beginning warm up is the most important, as it prevents injuries and pulled muscles. If you are going to be absent please inform the front desk.
• All classes missed may be made up in a similar class and level within one month of the missed class. No refunds will be offered if you are unable to make up a missed class. Make up classes are optional and not required.
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