Policies & Procedures
Tuition Guidelines:
· Tuition is payable monthly in advance, due by the 1st of each month and considered late on the 10th. Tuition remains the same whether it's a long (5 week) or short (3 week) month and regardless of absences, vacations or holidays. No refunds or adjustments due to absences. Tuition is non-refundable and non-transferable. Make-up classes are encouraged and must be taken within the month missed.
· A $10.00 late fee will be assessed to all accounts not current on the 10th of each month. Late fees will be enforced. No statements will be sent out unless your account is past due.
· Tuition is based on the number of classes per week and on a year-round calendar enrollment.
· If you wish to terminate enrollment, written notification is required before the 1st of the upcoming month.
· Returned checks will be charged a $25.00 service fee (per check)
· The DANZONE accepts cash or check
· Family discounts are given for two or more dancers
· Summer Tuition rates remain the same
· Pro-rating is available for dancers/families who provide VACATION SCHEDULE and ADJUSTED PAYMENT no later than the 10th of the month(e.g. 8 classes normally cost $72.00 a month- 6 classes would be pro-rated to $60.00).
· Prorated classes will cost $12.00 each
· Pro-rating is available for the months of JUNE and JULY only.
· Danzone would appreciate notification of class continuation or cancellation for the summer.
Payment Options:
Checks may be mailed or dropped off at the studio. There is a drop slot in the lobby for payments.
Cash will be taken by Miss Marjorie, and you will receive a receipt.
Fees:
$20.00 registration fee per family (annual fee)
$40.00 per month for one class a week
$72.00 per month for two classes a week
$96.00 per month for three classes a week
$116.00 per month for four classes a week
$136.00 per month for five classes a week
$156.00 per month for 6 classes a week
$176.00 per month for 7 classes a week
$32.00 per month for creative movement (45 minute class)
$24.00 hour for private lesson
$12.00 per class for dance (1 hour class)
$10.00 per class for Yoga (1 hour class)
$5.00 per class for Zumba (1 hour class) $5.00 per class for Fusion Fitness (1 hour class)
Classroom Policies:
· NO Gum
Proper attire
Hair up
No talking
Be respectful of self and others
Take corrections in stride
Do your best
Observation Week
The first class of every month is observation week. Please mark your calendars for these weeks. Guests will be able to view classes through viewing window. It is important to monitor your child’s progress and see the instructors interact with the dancers. Observation weeks are not necessarily typical classes at The DANZONE. Please keep in mind that dancers are very excited and can be easily distracted having guests watch through the windows. Instructors have to work extra hard during these weeks to make sure the class stays as structured as a class held outside observation week. The staff appreciates your understanding. Please take turns at the viewing window. Everyone will want to observe their dancer in class, so we ask that you be courteous to one another.
Studio Closings
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas week
Mother’s Day
Memorial Day
July 4th
Attendance/Absences/ Make-up classes
Attendance is taken at each class. Good attendance is very important to each dancer’s success, as well as the progress of the class as a whole. Please make every effort to have your child at class each week. Missing classes is inevitable, but excessive absences can become a problem. If a dancer is struggling and the instructor feels it is necessary, a private lesson may be required to help the dancer with any missed material.
All classes can be made up. Please check the brochure or the website for times that are available for your dancer. If you miss a class, or the studio is off for a holiday, you may make up that class in another class of the same level. All make-up classes must be made up within a 4 week period. Classes may be made up at any time during the 4 weeks that they were missed, except during observation week. Tuition will not be refunded or discounted due to absences.
Sickness/Injury
In the event of a dancer falling ill, please keep them home from class in order to reduce the chance of spreading the illness. If a dancer is injured they are encouraged to observe class.
Behavior
Any behavior deemed inappropriate/unacceptable by the director or any teacher will be grounds for dismissal from the studio/performance for the day.
Class Placement
Dancers are placed according to age and ability. If a child is more advanced, a higher level of class may be needed to strengthen the dancer and give them a challenge. In most cases dancers are with others their own age. Dancers are not placed because of friendships or how long they have been dancing. They are being placed strictly by the level of technique that they demonstrate on a weekly basis. A child is placed in a class where he/she will feel confident in order to promote the highest level of self-esteem. Please trust the staff’s years of experience in the decision for class placement. We are professionals and always act in the best interest of the dancer. Dancers progress at different rates and advancing a dancer before they are ready can create stress, a loss of interest and discouragement.
Dropping Off and Picking Up
Small children need to be escorted to and from the studio. Please do not encourage your dancer to find you out in the parking lot. Never leave your dancer unattended at any time. Please do not arrive more than 10 minutes early to class. The studio will be considered open 10 minutes before the first class of the day. The door will remain locked until that time. Please remember The DANZONW is not a daycare. We do not want to be responsible for dancers that arrive too early or are not picked up on time. If you have arrived early, you must wait with your child until it is time to start class.
DANZONE Spring Recital
Our season culminates in a spring recital. Each class performs the piece that is choreographed for them by their teacher. The teacher will choose a costume that best complements the choreography. Information regarding costume and accessory costs will be distributed in January. The recital performance is a vital part of the dance experience for the student to show their family and friends what they have accomplished through the months of hard work. Each student will be charged a recital fee to cover the costs of the theatre and stagehands.
THANK YOU
Thank you for taking the time to read this informational packet. I cannot stress how important it is for the dancers and parents to keep the lines of communication open. If a problem or concern arises, please speak to me immediately so a solution can be accomplished. Without feedback I cannot solve problems for you and your family.
-Marjorie Janicek,Owner/Director of The DANZONE
