Elite Dance Studios
(Policy Plan) 2009-2010
About the Policy Plan
The intent of formally documenting our studios policies is to avoid any misunderstanding and/or supply the answers to questions you may have as we prepare to begin a new dance year. Please read the policies carefully and address any questions you may have with a member of our Elite Faculty. Please keep a copy of this to refer to throughout the year for your references. Remember your signature on the registration form indicates that you have been provided with and read the studios polices. Initial____________
Our Philosophy
The Elite Dance Studios offer a wide variety of classes in the performing arts field. Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Tumbling, Hip-Hop, and Pop’n’Lock classes are offered for ages three and up. Our friendly and qualified staff is always dedicated to the art of movement and dance and continually growing in knowledge and skill. The Elite Studios strive to be an exciting addition to their communities by keeping their dancers up to date with the latest dance style and information as well as taking advantage of every performance opportunity in the area. Elite Studios pride themselves on having an inviting and positive environment that makes dancing fun while dancers are learning correct placement and technique. We want you to understand that we treat every student like a customer and we are committed to treating our customers with the highest level of professionalism and courtesy. Please let us know of your level of satisfaction(whether high or low) and we can assure you that your input will be used to continually improve our services to you. Initial____________
Tuition and other fees
There is a $20.00 registration fee. Tuition can be paid in yearly or monthly installments. All holidays and vacations have been taken into account at the beginning of the year. Monthly tuition is due the first lesson of each month. A $5.00 late fee will be automatically added to your account after the 15th of each month. For our spring recital we will be purchasing costumes that range in price from $55.00-$65.00. The costume fee is due in the first week of November. After placing the order for costumes there can be no refunds of any kind. This should be considered as a part of the total of the student’s dance education as it gives valuable performing experience. Initial________
Dress Requirements
Proper dance attire enables the dancer to fully participate in class as well as maintain a disciplined attitude toward their dance studies. Street wear and baggy clothes hinder the teacher’s ability to monitor the body’s proper placement in the skeletal and muscular development. (Exception: Baggy clothes may be worn during the hip-hop classes. No jeans allowed.) Please refer to your dress code sheet for your classes exact details. Hair must be pulled off the face and secured back with clips or head bands if needed. Jewelry can often hinder or injure a dancer and is not permitted. All food and drink must be kept in the lobby except for water bottles with a screw top lid. Gum chewing is not allowed on the dance floor. Initial____________
Attendance
Arrange for you or your dancer to arrive 5-10 minutes early for class so they will have enough time to dress, pull hair back, and be ready to start class on time. Elite Studios is not responsible for dancers dropped off more than ten minutes before class time. Being on time for class is an act of courtesy and is important in allowing the student to warm-up properly and receive full benefit from the class. Punctuality is important to your dancer as well as to the class. A late arrival disrupts the class. Please notify the studio if you will be absent. Regular attendance is encouraged to ensure a student’s progress. If class is missed due to illness, students are able to make up the absence at any regularly scheduled class at the same or lower level. Students that miss four or more classes after Christmas will NOT be able to perform in the Elite Recital unless authorized by the instructor. Students are learning new choreography weekly and it is easy to fall behind if attendance is sporadic. Initial____________
Rehearsal and Recital
Our spring recital will be take place in May/June at the Auditorium in Eureka Springs/Harber High. Information regarding the Recital will be sent home later in the year. If a dancer is not at the mandatory dressed rehearsal they will not be able to perform in the Recital. Dancers missing three or more classes after Christmas break will not be allowed to perform unless the instructor makes an exception. Rehearsing onstage in costume is one of the most important steps in producing a good show. For the safety of the dancers (and so we have their full attention) only designated helpers will be allowed in the theatre during rehearsal. Initial____________
Refunds
There will be no refunds for lessons missed regardless the reason. If class is cancelled due to minimum enrollment, the class may be combined or cancelled completely. In this event a complete refund will be given. Initial____________
Placement
Class placement is based on each individual student’s age and ability. Advanced levels will be decided by audition and/or at teacher’s discretion. All students will be placed in the class most beneficial for their individual needs. Registration is first come first serve basis and secured by payment of tuition and registration fees. Initial____________
Cancellation policy
Our policy for both snow days and holidays are in conjunction with the Berryville/Fayetteville public schools. When they are dismissed for weather or holiday so are we. Classes will continue on parent/teacher and teacher in-service days. There is no change in tution for classes missed due to weather. Initial____________
Picture Day
Professional pictures will be taken at the studio in April. (Exact dates will be announced later.) Please take the little extra time to make sure you/your dancer looks their best for these pictures. Pictures are taken on a very tight schedule and punctuality is of utmost importance. Initial____________
If you have any further questions, please contact the studio at
(870) 423-5304 or (479) 443-1990
elitedancestudios@yahoo.com
elitedancestudios.com
