Policies

Calendar

Studio Dance Centre's calendar is based on the academic school year of August-May. Holidays, scheduled breaks, and inclement weather closings will reflect those of Frisco ISD. Any corrections to this calendar will be noted here on the website and/or at the studio.

• 2008-2009 school year classes begin August 25th
• NO classes Monday, September 1st (Labor Day)
• YES we have classes Monday, October 13th (FISD staff Development Day)
• NO classes November 24th - 29th (Thanksgiving Holiday)
• NO classes December 22nd - January 3rd (Winter Holiday)
• NO classes Monday, January 19th (MLK Day)
• NO classes March 16th -21st (Spring Holiday)
• YES we have classes April 13th (FISD Bad Weather Day)
• SDC Spring Concert photos in April (Dates TBA)
• SDC Spring Concert in May (dates TBA)
• YES we have classes Monday, May 4th (FISD Staff Development Day)
• NO classes Monday, May 25th (Memorial Day)
• Last day of classes June 4th

Class Placement

Completed registration forms, registration fee, and 1st month's tuition are all required before a dancer may be placed in a class.

Class levels are determined primarily by the dancer's age; however, each dancer's skill-level will be assessed by his or her instructor during the first two classes. Class times range from 45-75 minutes, and class offerings are subject to change by demand and instructor availability. A class must have at least three dancers enrolled in order to remain open.

All dancers who enroll in Pointe Prep or Pointe MUST participate in the twice a week Ballet 2 or 3 classes. This commitment is very important at these levels. 

A note about Pointe Prep and Pointe classes: each dancer will be individually assessed to determine when or if she is able to go en pointe. Pointework requires certain physical strengths and technical abilities, and going en pointe too early may put any dancer at risk for permanent injury. The classes themselves are beneficial to dancers whether or not they are actually wearing pointe shoes.

Attendance

Consistent attendance is very important to foster growth and progress in dance class. If a dancer must be absent for any reason, please notify Studio Dance Centre prior to the start of class by phone or email. In the case of absence due to illness or family emergency, a "make-up" of a missed class may be permitted at the instructor's discretion.  Make-ups are not permitted for absences due to family trips, birthday parties, or other conflicting activities.  Make-ups are not guaranteed and may not be possible at certain times of the year due to limited space available and/or when choreography season is under way.

Late Policy

Dancers are expected to arrive early for class.  Entering the classroom late is not only disruptive to the other dancers; it is a potential cause of injury to a dancer who is not properly warmed up. Preschool and Early Elementary Combo dancers who arrive more than 15 minutes late should wait until their tap lesson to enter the classroom. Early Elementary Jazz and Level 1-3 dancers who arrive more than 15 minutes late will be asked to observe the remainder of class.

Withdrawals

Withdrawals from Studio Dance Centre may take place at any time of the year, before the first of the next month when tuition is due. Withdrawals after the seventh of the month are still accountable for tuition. Account balances must be paid in full at the time of withdrawal. Written notice is required for all withdrawals (email is fine) and no refunds are made. 

Fees and Tuition

Registration fees help defray the cost of studio administration and upkeep. A non-refundable annual registration fee, required per dancer, is $35. Registration fee is $45 if more than one family member will be registering for classes. 

Tuition is due on the first (1st) of the month.  Tuition incurs a late fee of $15 after the seventh (7th) of each month.  Past due payments not received by the fifteenth of the month may result in the dancer having to observe class. Past due payments not received by the last day of the month may result in the dancer being dismissed from class. 

Payments are accepted by cash, check, or credit card (Visa and MasterCard only). A $35 fee will be charged for returned checks. Payments are accepted during our hours of operation, which can be found on the front door and on the Contact Us page here on the website.

Tuition is non-refundable and remains the same regardless of absences, vacations, holidays, or inclement weather. 

                   2008-2009 Tuition Rates

Number of classes   (per week, per dancer)	Payment (per month)
1	$56
2	$88
3	$108
4	$120
5+	$130

Applicable discounts:

Dress Code

Proper attire and shoes are required for dancers at Studio Dance Centre. A dress code gives dancers a sense of professionalism; it allows dancers more freedom of movement and helps ensure safety in the studio. Instructors are also better able to correct posture, alignment, and muscle use.

All classes:

• No bare legs (no shorts) or bare midriffs
• No extraneous jewelry (other than small earrings)
• No tutus, costumes, or dress-up wear
• No dance shoes outside the studio (bring them in a dance bag)
• Skirts may be worn for some classes at the instructor's discretion
• Boys' dress code will vary; please inquire at the front desk

Preschool Ballet/Tap & Early Elementary Ballet/Tap Combos

• Black or pink solid-color leotard
• Pink footed tights (boys may wear black pants)
• Pink leather ballet shoes (boys may wear black shoes)
• Black tap shoes (preferably with elastics instead of laces)
• Ponytail or pigtails for long hair; headband or barrettes for short hair

Early Elementary Jazz

• Any solid-color leotard
• Black or tan tights (boys may wear black pants)
• Dance pants optional over tights & leotard
• Black jazz shoes
• Ponytail or pigtails for long hair; headband or barrettes for short hair

Ballet 1-3

• Black solid-color leotard
• Pink footed or convertible tights 
• Pink ballet shoes (leather or canvas)
• Hair in a bun or twist (completely off the face and neck)
• Dancers enrolled in Pointe Prep or Pointe classes must wear convertible pink tights

Tap/Jazz/Drill Team Prep

• Any solid-color leotard
• Black or tan tights 
• Dance pants optional over tights & leotard
• Black tap or jazz shoes

Modern

• Any solid-color leotard
• Black or tan convertible tights 
• Dance pants optional over tights & leotard
• Bare feet

Hip Hop

• Dancewear preferred (leotards, tights, and dance pants)
• Tank tops and t-shirts are acceptable layering
• Dancesneakers, jazz shoes, or clean sneakers are acceptable. If wearing sneakers, please have a dedicated "studio" pair of shoes that are not worn outside the classroom.

Adult Classes

• No enforced dress code, but form-fitting dancewear encouraged
• Proper shoes required