Studio Policy
The Dance Academy rules and policies are for the enjoyment and safety of all students.
Please carefully read and follow.
There are specific risks of physical or property damages, losses, or injury that may result from your child's participation with The Dance Academy and Ballet Academy North. As a student, you voluntarily assume the risks associated with such participation and agree not to hold The Dance Academy or Ballet Academy North responsible for any damages or injuries to your child or property. A waiver needs to be read and agreed to prior to participation in class. The waiver can be accessed through the parent portal on Studio Director.
Class Etiquette
No chewing gum allowed in class.
No food is allowed in the studio, only water.
No cell phone use in class.
Be attentive and positive.
Foul or disruptive language will NOT be tolerated.
Respect your classmates.
Always thank your teacher before exiting the studio.
Wear cover ups to and from class.
Placement
Students will be placed in classes according to age and ability level. The instructor reserves the right to move a student to another class based on what is best for that dancer, their maturity, and work ethic in class.
Unfortunately, we cannot place dancers in classes to accommodate family schedules or carpools.
Attendance
Students are asked to arrive on time. Students more than 10 minutes late will not be allowed in class as it is disruptive to the class. A makeup class can be taken in the same month that a class was missed. To arrange a makeup class, please notify the instructor when you arrive that you are making up a class.
Absences and tardies have adverse effects:
Students who are late or absent miss valuable training/learning time.
Excessive class absences in the spring semester will result in not performing in the spring recital.
Make Up Classes
A limit of one make up class is offered per month and you must call the office to arrange for the make up class.
Dress Code
Dancers are expected to wear proper attire and hairstyle to all of their classes. Neat appearance and grooming make for a disciplined dancer, and more importantly respecting and following rules.
All academy ballet classes have a required uniform. The leotard must be purchased from Movin’ Easy Dancewear through their website: movineasy.com
*Shoes, tights, and accessories can be purchased elsewhere, but the leotards must be purchased using the link provided above.
Please refer to class descriptions for detailed information about dance attire for your class.
Dancers will receive one warning if proper attire is not worn. After that, they will be asked to sit out and observe. Lack of appropriate dance footwear will result in the student observing the class instead of participating.
Communication
Instructors are available to speak with you by appointment only.
We know how important it is to work together to make sure that each student is progressing along in skills and confidence, but conferencing in between classes or at the end of the evening is not effective and distracts the teacher from starting the next class. Please email your instructor to schedule an appointment. Instructors will respond within 24 hours.
Private Lessons
Private lessons are effective when before auditions or to improve in specific areas. Instructors are available for private lessons and each instructor has their own private lesson rate. Please contact the office for more information. Private lesson fee and studio rental fees apply.
Private Lesson Studio Rental Fee
For one hour private with one student:
company member - $15.00
non-company member - $20.00
outside student - $25.00
For groups, fees start at $45.00+ per hour depending on usage and group size.
Call the office for more information.
Tuition
TDA Fall/Spring Enrollment is from September to August and is billed based on the number of dance hours per week. Monthly payments will be made in equal installments. Tuition is due on the 1st of the month and late on the 6th.
Classes with less than five students are subject to cancellation.
Tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable for missed classes including holidays or vacations. There are no refunds or transfers. TDA requires a 30 day written notice to drop out of classes. A link to the drop form can be found here.
Families who choose Auto-Pay payments: Monthly tuition payments will be charged the first day of each month to the credit card on file. A late fee of $15 will be added on the 6th each month. Late fees will not be taken off of accounts, and are non refundable.
Families who choose to Self Pay: Paypal, check, or credit card (not enrolled in Auto-pay) Families who opt out of Auto pay are responsible for making tuition payments on time. Tuition payments are due on the 1st of each month regardless of missed classes, studio closures or holidays. A late fee of $15 will be added on the 6th each month to all unpaid accounts. Late fees will not be taken off of accounts, and are non refundable.
Financial Obligation
Please make sure that your balance is paid in full each month for your child to continue taking classes. Tuition is due on the 1st of the month.
If there is a financial concern, please contact the director. Late fees are assessed automatically on the 6th. The Dance Academy does not give credits and/or refunds for missed classes due to personal reasons including personal holidays, vacation, illness/injury or weather.
TDA End of Year Showcase
The Dance Academy has an annual production showcasing studio classes in May of each season. Dates are not announced until confirmed. Due to limited availability in local theaters, it is likely that the showcase will fall on a Sunday.
Recital fees include:
Non-refundable Costume fee per class performing in showcase. (Due in December/January)
Non-refundable Production fee (Will be billed January 1st)
Showcase tickets (Ticket link opens on April 1st for purchase)
Withdrawal/Cancellation
A 30-day written notice to TDA is required in writing by filling out the online drop form located here.
Fees for the current month will still be due in full.
Registration fees and Tuition fees are non-refundable.
Photography
The Dance Academy has my permission to photograph my child in class or at recitals. I grant The Dance Academy permission to use photographs of my child on The Dance Academy website design or marketing tools.
If I am not comfortable with my child being photographed in the studio, I will contact the office in writing.