Studio Policies and Parent Tips

Registration - Registration requires only the completion of a short, simple form and remittance of September tuition. No registration fee is charged.

Tuition and discounts - All monthly class fees are due the first week of each month (Sept - May). A $5.00 late fee is charged after the second week of each month. Statements are only sent when a late fee occurs. There will not be an extra tuition charge for months with five weeks or a tuition deduction for vacations or short months. Banking fees require a $25.00 service charge for all returned checks. There are no refunds or credits. Monthly tuition fees range from $22.00 - $37.00 per month.

A 10% discount is given to any family enrolled in 3 or more classes. The 5th class for individuals is free.

Absences and make-up classes

Missed classes must be paid for and:

a.) Student may take a free make-up class in another regularly scheduled class. There are no make-ups during the months of April and May. Check with the receptionist for a compatible class.

b.) Hospitalization of the student is the only exception.

c.) If a student gets behind in class due to absences, temporary private lessons may be required at the student's expense.

Observation and visitors

Parents and visitors are invited to observe class during the first week of dance class and the first weeks in December, March and May. For the courtesy of the students, observers and sibling children are asked to remain quiet. All other times are for students only. If the need arises to speak with an instructor or the director, please leave a message with the receptionist and we will contact you as soon as possible.

Dance attire and hair

Only proper dancewear and appropriate shoes will be accepted in class (leotard, tights, skirts, etc.) Any color and designs are acceptable. Hair is to be secured away from the face. Street clothes and heavy jewelry are not permitted.

Please put your child's name on their dance shoes and dance bag. Tap shoes need to have black elastic closures. You may buy and sell used dance shoes in the lobby. Please attach shoes together in a Ziploc bag with price, size and name clearly marked on each shoe.

Clogging - White clogging shoe

Acrobatics - Barefoot

Ballet & Creative - Pink Ballet

Tap - Black or *Tan

Jazz - Tan split sole or *Black --

*Ask prior to purchase

Annual Spring Performance

Stage experience is beneficial for students of all ages. Performing helps develop self-confidence that lasts a lifetime. Participation is not mandatory, but encouraged for the experience is important to a good dance education. Students must be enrolled by December to be eligible. A $25.00 costume deposit for each class your child participates in is due on October 15th. The costume balance is due January 15th. Fundraisers are available to help defray costs. We make every effort to keep the cost of costumes as low as possible.

Information

Important notices will be posted on the bulletin board regarding pertinent information. Monthly newsletters and handouts are frequently sent home with the dancers. Please check dance bags regularly.

Cancellation of classes

The studio will close during inclement weather. Adams County school closings DO NOT necessarily mean the academy will be closed. Most days the weather and roads have improved prior to afternoon/evening classes. If any day is questionable, please call the studio answering machine after 2:00 p.m. for information.

Discipline

No gum, food or drinks are allowed in the dance rooms. Please no running, rough play or loud talking in the waiting areas and no playing in unused dance rooms. Please clean up after snacks and drinks, etc.

Miscellaneous

The academy will open only fifteen minutes prior to the first class of the day. Please stay with younger students until their class begins. Home practice is encouraged. Dance notes are available to aid in practice. Classes with less than five students are subject to cancellation and combined  with another class. Holiday breaks will generally follow the North Adams school schedule. The academy schedule will be posted on the bulletin board and in the brochure. Students are periodically given the opportunity to perform in local shows and competitions throughout the year.