REGULATIONS & POLICIES

 

 

 

 

 

 

General Information

  • Onstage Dance Center is opened Monday - Saturday, with Special events or Rehearsals during Sundays.
  • Parents and visitors are welcome to observe classes from the viewing areas. PLEASE DO NOT DISTURB CLASSES!
  • The first of the month meetings are mandatory for both parents and dancers.
  • Parents may not leave their children unattended at any time.
  • Dancers may not enter classrooms without an instructor present.
  • Dancers are not allowed to leave the studio without a parent.
  • Parents need to come inside the studio, when picking up their children.
  • Children must be picked-up promptly after class by parents.
  • Private lessons are available for all dancers.
  • We reserve the right to cancel or postpone a class, if less than four students are enrolled.
  • An hour of instruction equals 55 minutes.
  • Participation in any Performing Group is by audition or instructor/directors invitation only.
  • Class and rehearsal schedules may be subject to change. You will be notified as promptly as possible.
  • Conferences with instructors or directors MUST be scheduled in advance; we will try to accommodate your time request. Please see front desk.
  • The dancer or parent must notify instructor in advance if any special conditions or prior injuries will affect their activity.
  • Onstage Dance Center RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE TO ANYONE.
  • Students must complete a registration card before attending classes. PLEASE update information, as needed.
  • The "teachers lounge" is RESTRICTED from dancers and parents.
  • Lobby areas are designed for visitors and not to be used as a play area.
  • NO FOOD OR DRINKS ARE ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOMS.
  • The kitchen area is the only area available for food or drinks.

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Tuition

  • Tuition is DUE on the 1st of the month and late by the 6th.
  • There will be a $15 late charge applied to all late tuitions.
  • There is a $10 registration fee. This fee applies for every time you re-enroll your child.
  • No REFUND or EXCHANGES (NO EXCEPTIONS!).
  • Make-up classes may be taken within 30 days. Onstage Dance Center must be contacted on the day of the absence in order to receive make-up classes. Please pick-up a make-up form before attending the class.
  • A $25 fee is charged on all RETURNED CHECKS.
  • After the second return check, all remaining fees must be paid in cash thereafter.
  • If tuition is paid on or after the 6th of the month, there will be a $15 late charge. Also an additional $5 will be added to your late fee for each week payment is past due. If tuition has not been paid by the beginning of the third week of the month, students will not be permitted to dance until tuition is paid in full.
  • During studio holidays no make-up classes will be given.
  • Deductions on monthly tuition because of absence, and or holidays, are not allowed.
  • Private lessons must be cancelled 24 hours in advance or the full fee will be charged.
  • Costume, tuition fees and any other balances on your account must be paid in full or the student will not be allowed to participate in the recital.
  • If your child or children are on a family tuition plan, they will only be allowed to take no more than one class of the same type per child. For example, no more than, one Jazz or Hip-Hop class. If your student wants to take another class, additional fees will apply.

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Attendance

  • Regular attendance is of great importance. Physical skills require persistent repetition to ensure maximum results. Dance training is an ongoing process that cannot be mastered with poor attendance.
  • The instructor may refuse dancers to participate in class if they arrive 10 minutes late. The initial warm-up is crucial to the dancers physical development and injury prevention.
  • If you are going to be late, please call the studio and ask for the teacher to be notified.
  • In order to participate in the studio's recital, dancers must have regular class attendance prior to the performance.

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Recitals

  • Participation is not mandatory but it is encouraged.
  • Participation of Performing Group dancers is mandatory.
  • Dancers must have had regular attendance for a minimum of four months.
  • Please estimate the cost of costumes to be within $70 - $80 for each REGULAR class they participate in. This price does not include tights, shoes, etc.
  • Performing Group's costumes are $150 for each PERFORMING class. This price does not include tights, shoes, etc.

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Classroom Rules

  • All dancers must respect and obey instructor's instructions in classroom.
  • Proper respect must be shown to fellow students.
  • Dancers should not be in class without an instructor present. NO EXCEPTIONS!
  • Sitting down and leaning on ballet barres is not permitted.
  • Dancers must notify the instructor at the beginning of class if it is necessary for them to leave the classroom early.
  • Gum chewing and talking in class is distracting to others and is not tolerated.
  • Acrobatics in the classroom is only permitted during Acro class with an instructor present.
  • Dancers must always come dressed appropriately according to the class they are attending. If dancer is unsure of proper attire see dress code.

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Lost and Found

  • Onstage Dance Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • Articles left at Onstage Dance Center will be placed in the lost and found box and will be removed the first Monday of the month. Please ask the front desk.

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Placement and Advancement

  • Students are placed in a particular level based on age, strength, potential, and prior training.
  • Class levels are ongoing in order to ensure that dancers may be promoted to the next level at any time of the year. Promotion is based upon several factors including age, emotional maturity, accomplishments, and potential.
  • Placement on a Performing Group is by audition or instructor/directors invitation only.All Dancers are evaluated after completing a recital and may be ask to audition.
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Dress Code

  • No jewelry may be worn during class.
  • Appropriate dance shoes must be worn during class. Taps must be properly attached to tap shoes.
  • Dance shoes should not be worn on the street.
  • Free style dressing is allowed during Halloween and at the discretion of the faculty and directors.
  • Here is a list of the appropriate wear to be used per class.
Ballet (children and teens)

Ladies:

  • Black, pink leotard
  • Pink tights
  • Pink ballet shoes
  • Pink pointe shoes
  • Hair secure in ballet style

Optional:

  • Ballet skirt
  • Form fitting dance sweater in pink,
  • Black or white
  • Form fitting leg warmers in pink,
  • Black or white

Gentlemen:

  • White T-shirts
  • Black shorts
  • Black shoes
  • White socks

 
Optional:
Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop (children and teens)

Ladies:

  • Jazz style leotard or fitted T-shirt
  • Tights jazz pants or fitted shorts
  • Black or tan jazz shoes
  • Black or tan tap shoes
    Dance sneakers
  • Hair secure off face.

Optional:

  • Leg warmers

Gentlemen:

  • Form fitting T-shirt
  • Jazz pants or fitted shorts
  • Black or tan jazz shoes
  • Black or tan tap shoes
  • Dance sneakers

Optional:

  • Leg warmers
Hip-Hop dress code is dictated by the current fashion trends:
simple Street Wear is appropriate.

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Performing Groups

  • Acceptance and participation in these groups will encourage growth as a dancer, charisma as a performer, and confidence as an individual.
  • Remember that being in a performing group is a privilege.
  • Dancers must be committed and willing to participate in recitals, competitions, street fairs, and other venues.
  • Good attendance is MANDATORY. If attendance is poor, you will be asked to leave the group.
  • There are required Technique classes that must be taken along with your performing classes. Good attendance is also MANDATORY.
  • If you have (3) three unexcused absences in a quarter, you will be asked to leave the group. We understand you could be absent due to illness or school activity, but you should notify instructor or the front office. If there is any other reason that you may need to be absent, this should be discussed with the instructor and or directors.
  • If you miss more than (2) two performances, you will be asked to leave the group. It is not fair for your instructor or your fellow dancers to have to change the number, especially for a competition.
  • There will be (3) three to (4) four competitions that performing groups must attend throughout the year. Some small groups may need to attend more competitions. This is at the discretion of the directors. Any additional competitions added will be posted in advanced.
  • Only performing group students are allowed to participate and compete in Small-Groups or Solos.

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To the Performing parents

  • If your child is selected for a performing group, the parent has also been chosen to take a part in this group. At Onstage Dance Center we consider ourselves a "big family".
  • Parents must understand that this commitment is not only for the dancer, but also for their parents. Without the support and encouragement from you it will be difficult for your child to achieve their goals.
  • There is a first of the month meeting were the instructor informs you of any upcoming events. This is also your chance to ask any questions you may have.
  • There will be a dance mom selected in every performing group. She will also be another point of contact for you.
  • Parents must be prepared to pay more for a performing costume, than a regular class costume. The performing costumes used for recital will also be used for competitions. These may be hand made or chosen from a large selection of costume vendors.
  • If you are in a performing group, you must remember that it is a privilege. As a performing group student, you are not allowed to take classes at any other studio or you will be asked to leave your group.

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