Physical Activity Waiver and Photo Release

1. Registration & Tuition

   •    All students must be registered online AND HAVE A PHYSICAL ACTIVITY WAIVER AND PHOTO RELEASE FORM SIGNED (see form above) before participating in classes. 

   •    Tuition is due on the first of each month. Late payments (ON the 8th) will incur a 25% late fee.

   •    Tuition is non-refundable  including but not limited to registration fees, tuition, recital fee, competition fees, ticket costs, etc.​

   •    Multi-class and sibling discounts are available.

   •    Monthly installments are due regardless of students missing class, holidays, vacation, etc.

   •    I​​f for any reason it becomes necessary to withdraw a student from a class, please notify the studio by written notice immediately. Tuition will continue to be billed until written notice is received. 

2. Attendance & Make-Up Classes

   •    Consistent attendance is essential for student progress and choreography.

   •    If a dancer must miss a class, please notify the studio in advance via email or text.

   •    Make-up classes may be scheduled within the same month, space permitting.

3. Dress Code

   •    Dancers must follow the dress code for their specific class style (see Dress code on right).

   •    Hair should be pulled back securely away from the face.

   •    No loose jewelry, gum, or street shoes in the dance space.

4. Studio Etiquette

   •    Arrive 10 minutes early, ready to dance.

   •    Respect all instructors, fellow dancers, and the space.

   •    Phones must be silenced and stored away during class.

   •    Food and drinks (other than water) are not allowed inside the studio.

5. Communication

   •    All important updates are shared via email and posted on our website.

   •    Please check weekly for class announcements or changes.

   •    Private conversations with instructors should be scheduled before or after class times.

6. Class Cancellations & Weather

   •    In case of inclement weather, we follow the local school district’s closures and will notify families via email and social media.

   •    If the studio cancels a class, a make-up will be offered or a credit applied.

7. Recital & Performances

   •    Participation in performances is encouraged but not required.

   •    Costume fees and performance details will be communicated well in advance.

   •    All dancers are expected to attend mandatory rehearsals leading up to performances.

   •    All accounts must be current in order to participate in the recital and receive tangible items such as costumes, recital packets, t-shirts, etc.

8. Safety & Supervision

   •    Dancers under 12 must be picked up promptly after class.

   •    No dancer is allowed to leave the building without a parent/guardian unless written permission is provided.

   •    The studio is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

9. Photo & Video Policy

   •    The studio may take photos or videos for educational and promotional purposes.

   •    Please let us know if you do not wish for your dancer to be included in any media.

   •    Sign the Waiver/Photo Release form provided above (REQUIRED)

10. Code of Conduct

   •    Bullying, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.

   •    We foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment for all dancers.

General Guidelines

   •    Layers allowed for warm-up only.

   •    No jeans, skirts, or non-dance shoes.

   •    Label all shoes and dancewear.

   •    No gum or dangling jewelry in class.

   •    Respect dress codes—it helps keep dancers safe and focused.

Ballet

   •    Ages 3–5: Optional colored leotard, tights, and ballet slippers. Optional ballet skirt. Hair in a bun or secure style.

   •    Ages 6+: Optional colored leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers. Hair in a bun or pulled out of face. Skirts optional.

   •    Boys: White or black fitted shirt, black shorts or tights, black or white ballet slippers.

Jazz

   •    Fitted tank top or leotard, leggings or jazz pants.

   •    Black jazz shoes.

   •    Hair pulled back off the face.

   •    No baggy clothing or jewelry.

Contemporary / Lyrical

   •    Leotard or dance top, leggings or dance shorts.

   •    Barefoot, half-soles, or lyrical shoes.

   •    Hair pulled back securely.