Studio Policies/Agreement
Twodal LLC d/b/a Premiere Dance And Performing Arts Academy
Dancer/Parent Agreement
During the registration process, parents and dancers (ages 8 & older) must sign the enrollment form in order to insure a clear understanding of our studio policies and procedures. This agreement helps you to have a trouble-free experience while dancing at our studio.
FOR PARENTS...
Monthly Tuition:
• The annual enrollment fee of $25 for one dancer and $5 for each additional dancer per family is due at the time of registration.
• Payment is due on the first day of each month.
• Accounts not paid by the 10th of the month are subject to a $10.00 late fee. Arrangements can be made for special circumstances.
• No envelopes or statements will be handed out or mailed, however, tuition reminders will be posted monthly.
• We accept Cash/Check for payment.
• Monthly tuition payments are non-refundable and non-transferable! Students will not be allowed to take the class if their account is delinquent for more than 30 days.
*Tuition is based on a monthly course fee and not by the individual class or weeks. Throughout the full dance season there are some months that have 2 classes as well as some that have 3, 4 or 5 classes in a month. All vacations and holidays have been taken into consideration when determining tuition fees for the entire dance season.
Attendance Policy:
• As with any program, steady attendance is a requirement for success. Failure to meet such requirements can lead to an adjustment in level.
• Guardians are responsible for communicating absences to the dance studio director or dance instructor directly.
• Any student that misses 3 consecutive weeks or more may be required to forfeit their class space.
• Excessive absences could result in removal from a recital piece.
• Dress rehearsals are mandatory for recital participation.
Make-up Classes:
There are no refunds nor can missed classes be applied to subsequent months’ tuition.
Payment Options:
CHECK: Checks can be mailed, given to the studio director/instructor, or dropped in the tuition box at the reception desk. If the name on the check does not match the dancer’s name, please make note on the memo line. A $35 fee will be charged for all returned checks (NSF).
CASH: When paying by cash, please use exact change. The studio office does not keep much petty cash in the office. Please do NOT mail or drop cash payments in the tuition box.
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Addressing Issues:
Unfortunately, we do make mistakes. We welcome you as parents to bring those to our attention. We do ask that you use discretion as you address them with us. We ask that any conversations that are sensitive and private in matter be held while classes are not in session and are addressed to the director. If issues concern other parents or children, please do not address this issue at the studio. Please resolve the issue independently or make an appointment with the director to resolve the situation.
Studio Rules for Parents:
Parents/Guardians are permitted to observe class several times during the dance year, which will be scheduled by the instructors. Our instructors are working diligently with the dancers and outside distractions hamper their efforts.
• Observation is for one parent/guardian. If you must bring other siblings then all young children must be supervised. No running, yelling, or rough playing at the dance studio.
• Help keep our studio clean and tidy. Please throw away all trash.
• No gossip, obscene language, or inappropriate conversations are tolerated by either parents or dancers.
• Please pick up your dancer promptly at the end of their class. Teachers cannot be responsible for dancers after their class time because they are tending to their next class.
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FOR DANCERS...
Promptness:
• Promptness is extremely important!
• Dancers need adequate time in order to be physically and mentally prepared for the demands of the dance class.
• It is recommended that students arrive no more than ten minutes early in order to go to the bathroom, get warmed up, and be dressed properly.
• No hanging out in the office area, on or around the desk.
• Students who arrive more than 15 minutes late may be asked to observe the class.
IMPORTANT Dance Etiquette:
At our studio, our primary goal is for your children to have fun while learning dance techniques and a strong work ethic. We expect all dancers to show respect to themselves, each other, and all instructors. You will see our instructors enforcing the following rules:
• Be prepared for class. Proper dress code is required for all dance classes. All students, except adults, must purchase and wear the correct PDPA regulation uniform for their grade and/or genre if required within the first term of starting classes. Hair should be neatly groomed, pulled up, and secured off the dancer's face.
• Any student inappropriately dressed or groomed could result in not being able to participate in class activities due to distractions and health and safety regulations.
• All students should bring a water bottle with an identifying label for each class. For health and hygiene reasons we cannot provide glasses for general use.
• Use bathroom prior to class. Leaving class is a distraction and some times holds up the whole class.
• Do not have frequent class absences.
• No cell phones in the dance studio. (Please keep all personal items in your dance bag.)
• No gum is allowed in class.
• Be respectful and kind to instructors, peers, and staff.
• Do not talk during class unless you are asking a question.
• Be willing to try new dance material. Put positive energy into your dance class.
• No leaning, lounging, or hanging on the ballet barres.
• Clap at the end of class to show respect for yourself, your fellow dancers and the instructor.
• If injured, tell instructor prior to class…work slowly & carefully or observe.
• If ill, do not come to class.
• If you must leave early, notify the instructor prior to class.
We believe that good dance etiquette is of equal importance to good dance technique.
Studio Rules for Dancers:
• No running, yelling or rough playing at the dance studio.
• Help keep your studio clean and tidy. Please throw away all trash.
• No gossip, obscene language or inappropriate conversations are tolerated during class or around the studio.
• No gum, food or drink of any kind (except water) is allowed inside the studio.
For age 13 and up:
• As an older dancer and role model, inappropriate conversations or negative discussions are not allowed in front of younger dancers.
• It is the dancer’s responsibility to manage their time so that dance, schoolwork and other outside activities do not conflict.
Health, Safety, Injury & Medical Conditions Policies & Procedures:
Premiere Dance and Performing Arts Academy is not liable for any personal injury sustained or any loss or damage to personal property whilst on the premises.
PDPA will aim to provide a safe learning environment to reduce the risk of injury. It should be recognized by all students, parents/guardians that dance by its very nature carries a risk of injury or accident.
PDPA provides qualified and/or experienced dance teachers, who actively promote safe dance practice. This being the case it should be realized that injuries do occur from time to time and students must accept this element of risk.
It is the student, parent/caregiver's responsibility to notify the teacher before the class starts of any prior injury, medical condition, or treatment which may prevent a student’s full participation in class.
A first aid kit is available to any student through their teacher. PDPA does not provide anyone with medication or administer any medication without prior written consent from a parent/caregiver.
Premiere Dance students are under supervision whilst in class time only, While we endeavor to provide a safe environment, staff cannot be responsible for students outside of their allocated class time.
Concert & Costume Policies & Procedures:
It is not compulsory for a student to be involved in the recital performances, however, it is encouraged.
Students participating in the recital are required to attend extra rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and all performances.
Parents and caregivers are not permitted backstage and in the changing room area, unless they are an allocated helper for that performance. Non-helpers are asked to leave due to the theatre fire regulations for maximum numbers that are allowed backstage. All children are supervised during concert rehearsals and performances.
Each dancer must have a recital consent form signed by a parent/caregiver in order to participate in the recital. This is to allow the filming of your child.
Costs of costumes for the recital can be anywhere from $60-$150+ per costume and remain the property of the dancer. PDPA will always endeavor to keep these costs to a minimum. If a specific costume is to be purchased that is of a higher amount, then consultation with parents will happen before invoicing. From time to time costumes are hired and must be returned to the studio.
All concerts are professionally filmed and DVDs are available for parents to purchase.
Any student with unpaid term fees at the time of the concert will not be eligible to participate.
Photography & Videoing Policies:
Photography or videoing of students in class and at recitals is not permitted. This is for the safety & well-being of each individual student and to ensure PDPA comply with individual’s rights not to be photographed or videoed, and to comply with the Privacy Act 1993 regulations.
Images or video footage of students may be used for marketing and website purposes. Please make the office aware if you do not wish for your child to appear in any photos or videos.
Lost property:
PDPA does not accept responsibility for loss or damage to personal property. Please make sure all uniform items are named. Any items found will be placed in the lost property box opposit the office space. Any items that are not claimed by the end of the term will be disposed of.
Choreography:
Choreography for classes, performances and competition remains the artistic and intellectual property of Premiere Dance and Performing Arts Academy and /or the syllabus providers. Choreography must not be copied or used without the prior permission of Premiere Dance and Performing Arts Academy.
Students who leave PDPA are not permitted to perform choreography that was developed specifically for them or as part of a team/group by PDPA teachers without prior permission.
Contact Information:
It is the responsibility of parents to advise PDPA promptly of any changes in addresses, telephone numbers, email addresses, and any social media contact info.
Dismissal:
PDPA maintains the right to dismiss any student who breaches any of the stated terms and conditions, damages property or causes severe disruption in any classes. This decision is made at the discretion of the Studio Director.