When can I enroll?
When do your sessions start?
Our regular schedule runs like the school year September through May. We have ongoing registration for this session until January 15th in any classes that remain open. After that date, we encourage new customers to come try out our amazing summer programs!
Do you allow free trial classes?
We welcome and encourage you to come and try a class for free during our specified trial class weeks! Just check in at the front desk during these designated weeks (class must be an open class…trial classes may not be scheduled in a closed or full class). We feel like this is a great way for you to get a feel for the studio, meet the teacher, and see what a great experience your dancer will have with us! Because our summer session is modified, we do not have trial classes during our summer session unless you want to pay the drop in rate.
When are you open? Can I just drop by?
Our facility is open when our classes are going on, so make sure you check the class schedule before you drop by. Our front desk team has office hours during June and July:
Monday -Thursday 3-7pm
Teachers are available in between classes to briefly answer questions. It is best to call or email if you have questions regarding enrollment, tuition, or policies. Please note if you call it is voicemail only. You must leave a message and we will return your call as soon as possible.
What are your observation policies?
We do have viewing windows and the curtains to the viewing windows are open or closed at the teacher’s discretion. In our years of experience (with younger students in particular), we can really maximize our time and keep their focus when distractions are limited…good practice for preschool! If there is a situation where a grandparent is visiting from out of town or a family member specifically came to see your dancer, just let the teacher know and we will make sure they get to see a portion of the class. We do want you to see what they are learning and usually open the curtains for part of the class time. We also have dedicated Peek Weeks in the fall and spring when the curtains are open the entire class time. We also do an in-studio Christmas program for parents/families in December during the dancer’s class time.
Are there any additional costs during the year?
Yes. We have a formal recital in mid-May each year and there are additional costs if you choose to participate in this event. The recital is optional, but most families choose to participate because it is such a highlight for the dancers and such a positive and fun memory for all. The additional costs would be a Costume Fee (due December 1st) that runs between $55-75 per costume (dancers keep the costumes). There is also a Recital/Production Fee that helps cover the cost of the facility rental, programs, lighting/sounds techs, and includes tickets to the recital. The cost is $30 for first dancer and $25 for each additional dancer and is due the 1st of March.
If my child misses a class or if there is a snow day, do you allow make-ups?
Yes! You can make up at any age appropriate class at any time. No appointment is necessary, just let the teacher know when you come that your dancer is making up a class that they missed!
How do we know if classes are cancelled due to weather?
There are times when we do cancel classes when D-20 does, and there are other times that the roads are clear by the afternoon and we have classes even if school is cancelled. If weather is questionable, you can check the home page for info, our Facebook page, and an email will be sent if there are cancellations.