Age Guidelines

Monthly Fee Schedule

Monthly Fee Schedule:

30 Minute Class .......$40
45 Minute Class........$45
60 Minute Class........$50

*Private Solo Class...$70 (no further discount on this class)
*Private Duet Class...$60 each (no further discount on this class)
*Private Trio Class.....$50 each (no further discount on this class)

*for competition students ONLY.

Summer Sessions and Schedules may vary depending on dates.

Please see Summer Schedule for pricing details when applicable.

Class Descriptions

Available Classes:

Acrobats
Ballet*
Basic Dance
Baton*
Hip Hop*
Jazz*
Musical Theatre
Pointe
Tap*

*Competition Teams available

Class Descriptions:

Acrobats (gymnastics, tumbling) - tricks on/across a mat with strengthening and increased stretching.

Acro 1 (Primary) - Tumbling movements for our primary students will include movements such as rolls, cartwheels, backbends, and somersaults on the floor mats. The acrobat students will learn to control their bodies while learning strength and control. A leotard must be worn for this class. Footless tights or shorts are permitted. Students must be barefoot. Hair should be in a low bun.

Acro 2 (Elementary) - Acrobats is tumbling movements for elementary aged students to continue to strengthen and control their bodies along with more tumbling moves across the floor mats to include walkovers, handsprings, etc. A leotard must be worn for this class. Footless tights or shorts are permitted. Students must be barefoot. Hair should be in a low bun.

Acro 3 (Advanced) - Our advanced Acrobat class is for the more serious-minded tumbling students able to perform with controlled balance, agility, and advanced motor coordination. Students in this class must pass an evaluation to be permitted into this class. A leotard must be worn for this class. Footless tights or shorts are permitted. Students must be barefoot. Hair should be in a low bun.

Ballet (Classical, Lyrical, Contemporary) - a form of dance demanding grace and precision while employing formalized steps and gestures set in intricate flowing patterns to create expression through movement.

Ballet 1 (Primary) - Introduce your little dancer to the art of ballet! This class will enhance your child's coordination, balance and flexibility with the teaching of basic ballet positions, steps, and terminology through standing barre work and simple center floor exercises. Your child will also enjoy simple and fun exercises in creative dance and music exploration. Dance attire is required, and ballet shoes are a must. Skirts are optional. Hair should be in a low bun.

Basic Dance – Basic Dance for ages 3 and 4. Does your little one love to move and dance? This class will give your tiny dancer a basic introduction to ballet steps and positions, while enhancing their motor skills and coordination with fun exercises in music qualities and rhythms, and storytelling with movement. Dance attire is required, and ballet shoes are a must. Skirts are optional. Hair should be pulled up.

Baton - twirling a baton rhythmically while dancing.

Hip Hop 2 (Elementary) -Hip Hop Dance is a style of movement characterized by bounces and rocks, executed to Hip Hop music. This is a fun energetic class for our dancers. We prefer that our students wear a leotard and may also include sweatpants or loose-fitting clothing over top. Gym shoes with low tread are a great choice for this class. Please secure your hair away from your face.

Jazz 1 (Primary) - Students will warm up and learn basic jazz technique which includes isolations, arm and head moves in basic patterns that are fun and challenging. Traveling exercises across the floor are geared to develop coordination and flow of movement. This class focuses on developing strong lines, strengthening the dancer's technique, and understanding the body's center of movement. Dance attire is required, and jazz shoes are a must. Skirts are optional. Hair should be in a low bun.

Jazz 3 (Jr/Sr) - Dancers will be challenged to reach their full potential with diverse isolations, turning combinations, and jump sequences. Routines are more complex to increase coordination and memory skills. Dance attire is required, and jazz shoes are a must. Skirts are optional. Hair should be in a low bun.

Musical Theatre - may be a variety of dance styles with a focus on inventive characters/roles from musical plays and/or movies.

Pointe - dancing on the extreme tips of the toes in blocked shoes for additional support. **Prior ballet experience required, along with teacher's approval, to go on pointe**

Tap - a dance in which the rhythm is tapped out with the toe and heel by a dancer wearing shoes with special hard soles and metal taps.

Tap 1 (Primary) -This tap class is designed for beginners who have always wanted to learn how to tap! It will teach musicality and rhythm skills through tap technique and combinations. This is a fun and energetic class that will have your feet moving! No previous experience needed. Please wear dance attire including leotard and tights and of course tap shoes are required. Hair should be in a low bun.

Studio Policy & Information

Payments:

-Your tuition payment is due in full on the first of each month.

-Monthly tuition will be set up on Auto-Pay through our parent portal https://dancestudio-pro.com/online/danceetcetera.

-Online registration will be open through our portal after Open House in August and closes on December 31.

-An annual registration fee of $10 per student is due at the time of enrollment. There is a maximum of $20 per family.

-Monthly tuition is based on a four-week average, regardless of the number of classes you attend. Makeup classes are available but must be completed within 30 days. Please ask your instructor.

-No discounts or pro-rated fees will be offered for those months containing only three weeks. Months may have five weeks that will not incur additional tuition fees.

-Payments for costumes, recital fee, team fees, shoes, etc., may be in the following manner:

~Payments can be made through the parent portal, at the front desk, placed in the drop box in our lobby or outside mailbox.

They may also be mailed to 7107 Taylorsville Road, Huber Heights, OH 45424.

~If you pay in Cash, you should receive a receipt. If you pay by Check, please write your child's name in the memo.

Credit Card payments are accepted through our Parent Portal or at the front desk, however a $3 transaction fee is added when paid in person.

Payments over $100 will have 3% added for credit card fees. PayPal payments are no longer accepted.

-A $5 multi-class discount is given for students enrolled in more than one recreational class. Team members receive a $10 dicount on recreational classes when enrolled in more than their required classes.

-Monthly statments are e-mailed. Your account can be viewed through the portal.

-A $25 fee will be charged on all returned or declined payments. If your account falls more than one month behind you will be charged an additional $15 late fee plus 10% interest. Please communicate with us concerning any issues.

Dress Code:

-Proper dance attire for ALL classes is required. (Leotard, tights, bike shorts, etc). NO jeans or dresses! Shorts worn above the mid thigh must also include tights! Boys may wear t-shirt and shorts/sweats. No overly baggy clothing.

-Hair must be securely pulled away from your face for ALL classes. Valuable class time shouldn't be spent fixing hair. We prefer hair in a low bun. For acrobat classes, no bun makers and no hair barrettes on top of the head please.

-No unnecessary jewelry or anything that may be a distraction!

-Shoes are required for ALL classes except for acrobats and contemporary. Please ask your instructor for specifications.

Class Information:

-Students are placed in classes according to our age guidelines that are listed on our dance schedule, however, there are exceptions, and some students are placed according to ability and experience as recommended by our teaching staff.

-We ask that you arrive early to change shoes, etc. to be prepared for class so as not to disrupt class when entering.

-Family members will be invited into dance class once in person (2-person limit per family) and once virtually to see their child's progress. You will receive further information.

-Family members are asked not to communicate with their child during classes as to avoid distractions. We appreciate your understanding!

-If you have questions or concerns about your child's progress, please feel free to reach out to us.

-STUDENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED THE USE OF CELL PHONES/WATHCES IN THE DANCE AREA whether for calls, games, Facebook, etc. Usage in the lobby is permitted before or after class. Please be courteous when in use. Parents may communicate with our front desk while students are in class, so they are not distracted.

-Schedules are subject to change if there are not enough students enrolled in a particular class.

-WATER ONLY may be brought into the studio. Please limit food to the lobby. Chewing gum is not permitted. Please watch your child's diet prior to dance classes so they have the energy to keep up.

Class Cancellations:

-Cancelled classes due to weather or another emergency will be posted in the parent portal, our website, Facebook and Instagram. We will do our best to let everyone know.

-On school snow days, if the roads are clear by the afternoon, we will have classes. You may choose not to attend class if you feel unsafe to drive.

Fund-Raising Events:

-We provide fund-raising opportunities throughout the season, but you do not have to participate! Funds you raise will be applied to your account when the event is complete.

-It is IMPORTANT that you read newsletters, emails and posted notices for upcoming events. Late orders cannot be accepted. Please watch deadline dates carefully!

Recital Information:

-Each family will be charged a $90 recital fee on your January statement and is due by January 31. This fee helps pay for the venue, programs, lighting, and any other expenses, due to the end of the year performance. If not paid by 1/31, the fee will be $100. The recital fee is per family for siblings and is not extended to cousins, etc.

-Families will receive a video recording of the show through Dance Bug.

-Each family will receive 4 tickets for the show in May after all acounts are paid in full. Dancers do not require a ticket. Seating will be on a first come first served basis, except for our graduating seniors who get front row seating. Additional tickets may be purchased for $15 in advance or $20 the day of the show. Children 2 and under are free. Ticket cost is subject to change depending on the venue requirements.

-Solo/Duet performances pay for private classes for the entire year and are dedicated to competition students.

-Costumes will be added to your account as soon as they are selected in the fall and must be paid in full by 12/31.

Team costumes will be due in full by 11/1.

-Costumes must be ordered early to ensure we receive them by our in-studio rehearsal and picture days. Costumes must be paid IN FULL or we WILL NOT be able to order one for you. Most costumes are made as the order is placed and if your costume is ordered late, it is subject to a $25 shipping and handling fee that is charged by the costume company. Costumes cannot be returned.

-All fees are NON-REFUNDABLE!

General Information:

-Please be sure to read all newsletters, bulletin board notices, our website, parent portal and Facebook for dates and important information updates throughout the year.

-We reserve the right to photograph and video tape our students for our website, etc. unless parents let us know in advance that they wish their students to not be included in any advertisements or online postings.

-Students being disruptive will be warned and their parents notified. If this behavior continues, they will be asked to leave the class. Three warnings and they will be dismissed from the studio.

-Everyone is asked to please show respect to our staff, other dancers, dance parents, and family members.

-The use of profanity of any kind will not be tolerated.

-Please pick up and dispose of any trash and help us keep our studio and the surrounding areas clean.

-Please refrain from smoking in front of the studio. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.

-We are not responsible for lost items in the lobby. Bins are provided for your dancer's belongings and should be respected by others. We recommend students have a designated dance bag for their belongings.

BY SIGNING THE REGISTRATON FORM,

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED A COPY OF THIS POLICY AND INFORMATION SHEET AND YOU UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO THE ABOVE RULES.

Covid-19 Class Guidelines

COVID-19 Class Guidelines:

-We will continue to follow any local or state mandates as necessary.

-We ask that everyone continue to enter through the South entry door (near the front desk) and exit through the North door to help with the flow of foot traffic through our lobby.

-Due to limited space, parents with small children are permitted to walk them into the lobby to help change shoes and prepare for class, but we ask that they wait outside during classes. Please know that our staff will make every effort to keep your dancer safe and happy, but if any issues should arise, we will contact you to pick them up at the front door.

-At the end of class, please make sure you are outside of the North door to pick up your child.

-Older students will be encouraged to use the lobby space for stretching and preparing for class.

-We have installed cameras in and around our dance studio so when we offer our "Family Watch" you can watch your child's progress through our website. A password will be provided via email and can be shared with other family members.