HOW DO I GET PLACED IN A CLASS?
All students are evaluated and placed individually according to their ability. Please understand that different students progress at different rates and we will always assign students to the class level where they will benefit the most. This means that so-called “promotions” to a higher level are not automatic and not necessarily related to age or years of study. Our first concern is always where the student will be best placed.
HOW BIG ARE YOUR CLASSES?
Class size is limited to ensure low student/teacher ratio, and many classes also have teaching assistants to provide additional help to the class.
HOW DO I DRESS FOR CLASS?
In keeping with the traditions of Classical Ballet, girls must wear their hair fastened securely in a bun for all Ballet classes. For Jazz, Tap, Modern, hair may be pulled back into a ponytail with sides securely held in place. There are practical reasons for this as well as aesthetic ones. Body alignment is critical in Ballet and the instructor must be able to see the lines of a student's body from the head down. Hair not up and off the neck can prevent this. Having your hair in a bun is part of the Dress Code. Also, ‟spotting‟ the head correctly in turns cannot be accomplished if the hair is hitting a dancer in the face. Boys‟ hair must be neatly combed. If the hair is worn long, a ponytail holder or sweatband may be necessary. Remember, boys must also be properly dressed for all classes.
DO YOU HAVE CLASSES FOR ADULTS?
We have classes for everyone! The Adult Program offers a wide variety of evening classes for those interested in the many physical benefits of dance training. Classes emphasize overall body conditioning and encourage an aesthetic appreciation of dance and its related arts.
WHAT IF THE WEATHER IS HAZARDOUS?
Classes are held unless hazardous driving conditions exist. Check our Facebook page for closings, we will also send out a Remind message. You can also listen to local radio stations WASE, WQXE, WIEL, AND WRZI for any closings. Any cancelled classes will be rescheduled and made up.
WHAT IF I HAVE TO MISS CLASS?
If absence is unavoidable, call The Dance Centre at 765-5464 to check on a make-up class. Missed classes must be made up by attending an alternate class within 2 weeks of the missed class. Accurate daily roll books are kept, however, it is your responsibility to keep up with missed classes. In the second semester, all missed classes must be made up by May 1 in order to receive "Perfect Attendance" pins. Class fees are due whether you make up missed classes or not, so if you choose not to make them up you are still responsible for paying for those classes. We cannot schedule private make-up classes.
WHAT IF I LOST SOMETHING AT THE DANCE CENTRE?
Anything found at the end of the day is placed in the LOST AND FOUND bin in the Dressing Room. Anything not claimed by the end of the semester is donated to the Goodwill.
HOW DO YOU HANDLE OVERDUE PAYMENTS?
If you are using the payment plan, tuition is due first class of each month. If that payment is not received by the second class, a $5.00 per class per week late fee will automatically be charged to your account. If payment is not received by the third class, your child will not be allowed to take class until payments are caught up. Like you, we also have financial obligations each month. Unpaid tuition accounts not paid before the end of each semester will be turned over to a collection agency.
WHAT IF I HAVE A QUESTION NOT LISTED HERE?
ALL BUSINESS CONCERNS should be handled in the office. Office personnel will be glad to assist you with anything you need. Office hours are 3:30pm-7:00pm, Mon. - Thurs. If you need to make a tuition payment after office hours, drop your payment in one of the provided envelopes and deposit it in the black box at the office window.