Policies
Registration & Tuition
Registration fee and first months tuition is due at the time of registration. Please choose classes carefully! There will be NO CREDITS or REFUNDS for dropped classes. Tuition may not be carried over to the next month. Anyone who fails to pay tuition fro the month will automatically be dropped from their class/classes and required to pay any tuition.
Regardless of attendance, tuition is due the first week of each month. There will be a $20 late fee for any and all tuition that is not received by the first week of the month. Payments received after the first week Must include the $20 late fee or will be billed for the late fee. If a student is absent when tuition is do, please mail in tuition to avoid late fees. Tuition remains the same for each month. Months with 5 classes will compensate those with only 3 classes. There will be a $25 fee for all returned checks.
Class Placement
Every student will be placed in a beginning level. Students that have previous dance experience must audition for Intermediate or above level classes. Each student will be placed in a class/level which will allow the dancer to achieve the most success and skill development. Final placement and decisions will be made by Lora Wood. Please direct any questions or concerns to Lora Wood.
Adding or Dropping Classes
Any student wishing to add or drop a class must fill out a “Request for Schedule Change” form found at the front desk. All changes must be made in writing. A written notice is required 30 days prior to adding/dropping a class. Those who fail to give a 30 day notice are responsible for the full month tuition. There are NO REFUNDS or CREDITS under any circumstance.
Absences
Any student who misses a class do to illness, emergencies, or personal reasons may attend a different class as a make-up. Students may choose any class that fits their age and level. Make up classes must be made within 30 days from the missed class. All students taking a make-up class must check in at the front desk. NO REFUNDS or CREDITS will be given under any circumstances. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Proper Dance Attire
To ensure that every student receives the most out of each class, proper dance attire is required. Please bring bottled water to every class. There will be No Gum chewing allowed!
Combo Classes- Leotard, Tights, Black Tap Shoes, Pink Ballet Shoes, Hair in Pony Tail
Jazz/Tumbling- Leotard, Dance Shorts or Pants, Black Jazz Shoes, Hair in Pony Tail
Tap/Ballet- Leotard, Tights, Black Tap Shoes, Pink Ballet Shoes, Hair in Pony Tail
Jazz- Form fitted Tee-Shirt/Tank, Jazz Pants/Shorts/Capri’s, Black Jazz Shoes, Hair in Pony Tail
Tap- Form fitted Tee-Shirt/Tank, Jazz Pants/Shorts/Capri’s, Black Tap Shoes, Hair in Pony Tail
Ballet-Black leotard, Pink Tights, Pink Ballet Shoes, Hair in Bun
Hip Hop/Funk- Any street style dance attire, Proper shoes. No street shoes allowed!
Recital
Each class will participate in out annual Summer Show. This allows the dancers to show family and friends what they have learned throughout the year and a chance to shine on stage. Each student that is participating in the show Must attend Dress Rehearsal! Please be looking for specific dates for the show and rehearsals.
Costume Fees- Costume fees are due No Later than December 15. Any student who does not have their costume fees paid in full by December 15 will not have a costume ordered, and will be unable to participate in the summer show. Students will be measured during class time the first of December. It will be taken into consideration the six months for growth.
Recital Packet- A recital packet will be given to each family to give them the specifics on the show and rehearsals.
Tickets- Recital Tickets will go on sale in May. Each family will be allotted 6 tickets to purchase. Additional tickets will go on sale the beginning of June. Tickets and seating are on a first come first serve basis.
Please Contact L.A. Dance for Tuition Prices
