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Ballet Practice

Hey There

On behalf of the Academy, its faculty and staff, we want to extend a warm, sincere “Welcome” to each of you. Thank you for selecting our school for your child’s dance training. Your needs in all aspects of dance training and performing will be fulfilled here.

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If you have been with us before you are familiar with our policies. A few changes must be made from time to time, and we ask you to take a moment to acquaint yourself with the changes shown here.

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If you are a newcomer to the Academy, we want you to know that our policies are intended to ensure that every student receives the utmost attention, an opportunity to advance, and to support the discipline vital to the success of the dancer.

We are pleased that you have selected the Academy of Dance Arts, and I pledge myself to justify the confidence you place in us.

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Sincerely,

Kristi Boles

Director

Ballet Practice

Tuition Policy

1 class per week ................................ $60 monthly
2 classes per week............................. $80 monthly
3 classes per week............................. $95 monthly
4 classes per week........................... $110 monthly
5 classes per week........................... $125 monthly
6 classes per week........................... $140 monthly
7+ classes per week........................ .$150 monthly

Private Lessons......................... $60 / 45 min. class

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Family Plan: First family member pays full price, all others may deduct $10 per month per total number of classes. NOTE: To receive discount, family member must have the same address. Does not apply to cousins, aunt, etc.

School Policies & Registration Information

Enrollment: Enrollment is by preregistration. Students will be accepted on a space available basis. Class size is limited. To register, complete the attached form for our records and mail with tuition to
the Academy of Dance Arts. All class placements must have director approval.

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Tuition: It is our policy that there are NO REFUNDS of tuition for any reason. Please do not enroll unless you plan to attend regularly. Our school year runs from mid-August to mid-June. We hope that each stu- dent will complete the year, but if a student should discontinue classes, one month’s notice must be given to the school. All monthly tuition

is due at the FIRST of the month. Tuition received after the tenth of the month will be subject to a $10 late charge. Please help us meet our obligations by paying tuition on time. There will be a $30 service charge on all returned checks. Annual tuition paid in full by September 10, will receive a 10% discount. To set up your parent portal for paying for tuition and costumes by credit card, please visit the ADA website and follow prompts on link to Akada.

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Makeups: If a student must miss a class due to illness, a makeup class is always available. There are no deductions given for missed classes. Makeup classes should be taken at the same level or one lower class level. Please call the office to arrange makeup classes.

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Class Observation: It is our belief that students work more pro- ductively when not being observed. Teachers need students’ attention without distraction to teach effectively.

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Snow Days: The Academy of Dance Arts will make announce- ments by email and social media if the studio is closed due to inclement weather. Be sure the office has your email address on file. Should classes be cancelled due to weather, two weeks notice will be given for a makeup class.

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Performances: An annual student production is held in May or June. Recital participation is optional but encouraged as performing
is part of a dance education. By purchasing a recital costume you are agreeing to adhere to studio recital policies. Recital Dress Rehearsal is MANDATORY for all performances. Students age 9 and older may audition for the Dance Arts Ensemble. The Ensemble presents at least one concert each year as well as represents the Academy at various local and charity events. Auditions are held in September.

Dress Code

Ballet

Students ages 7 and younger wear pink leotard, pink tights and pink ballet shoes. Students ages 8 and up wear black leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet shoes. Hair for ballet classes must be pulled back from face in a secure bun. Ballet shoes, canvas and leather only, should have elastic sewn at instep. Pointe students are required to wear black leotards and pink tights. Boys may wear blue or black shorts or dance pants and a white t-shirt or men’s dancewear.

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Tap

Any colored leotard and tights and black tap shoes. Hair for all tap classes should be in a ponytail or pulled back from face if hair is short. The style of tap shoe is at the discretion of the instructor please check with the office.

Jazz

Any colored leotard and tights and black jazz shoes. Hair for all Jazz classes should be in a ponytail or pulled back from face if hair is short.

Modern

All modern dance students are to wear black unitards or black leotards and black footless/stirrup tights. Hair for modern is to be in a secure bun.

Hip Hop

All hip hop dance students are to wear loose comfortable clothing and a class specific sneaker or jazz shoes. Please no street shoes on studio floors. No bare midriffs, short shorts or text on back of pants. T-shirt graphics should be family friendly.

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Men / Boys

Men and boys may wear blue or black shorts or dance pants and a white t-shirt or men’s dancewear.

Combo Classes

All combo classes will follow the Ballet dress codes—pink leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes.

Other Notes

Dance skirts may be worn in dance class at the discretion of the instructor. Skirts should be no longer than mid thigh. Jazz pants are permitted in Tap, Jazz and Modern classes at the discretion of the instructor. Dance shorts and/or athletic shorts are not permitted in technique classes. No short shorts or text on back of pants is permitted. If you are allowed to wear a t-shirt, the t-shirt graphics should be family friendly.The studio does not permit bare midriffs during class.

The wearing of hair in a secure bun for Ballet and Modern allows the instructor to easily observe the alignment of the spine. Please protect your child by observing this dance requirement.

Student Code of Conduct

  1. I am here by choice.

  2. I am here to learn, to achieve, to acquire an appreciation for the arts, and the discipline imparted by the study of dance.

  3. My dress to and from the Academy will include cover up garments.

  4. Before entering the classroom, my hair and attire will meet the requirements of the dress code. I understand that t-shirts, sweatsuits, costumes and swimwear are inappropriate attire for dance class. I understand that large jewelry and chewing gum are not permitted in the classroom.

  5. I will respect the rights of others at all times.

Special Notes

  • The Academy maintains proper safeguards at all times but makes no representation either expressed or implied regarding physical capa- bilities of any student. Regular attendance is a must. Each student is important to the progress of the whole class. Interest is kept where there is progress and development. Irregular attendance slows both.

  • Please deliver dancers no more than 10 minutes prior to class time. All students must be picked up within 10 minutes of their last class ending.

  • Those who repeatedly miss first exercises will be asked to reschedule. This is for your protection as improper warm-up could result in injury.

  • Classes with less than 5 registered students may be rescheduled.

  • Failure to comply with studio policies regarding tuition, attire and recital may result in dismissal from the Academy.

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