STUDIO POLICIES
1. Attendance & Make-Up Classes
• Dancers should arrive 5–10 minutes early to warm up and prepare.
• Please notify the studio if your dancer will be absent.
• Make-up classes may be offered based on availability but are not guaranteed.
• Excessive absences may result in missed choreography or being removed from sections of routines.
• Arrivals more than 10 minutes late may be asked to observe for safety.
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2. Tuition & Payments
• Tuition is due on the 1st of each month unless otherwise stated.
• Accepted payments: Automatic Billing and card through website.
• A late fee applies after a 5-day grace period.
• Registration and tuition payments are non-refundable.
• Tuition is based on enrollment, not attendance. Missed classes do not reduce tuition.
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3. Dress Code
Each class requires appropriate attire to ensure safety and professional training.
Ballet: leotard, tights, ballet shoes, hair in a bun.
Jazz/Lyrical: fitted top, leggings/shorts, jazz shoes or barefoot.
Hip Hop: clean sneakers, comfortable clothing.
Contemporary: fitted dancewear; no loose jewelry.
General Rules:
• Hair must be secured away from face.
• No dangling jewelry.
• Proper shoes required for each style.
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4. Drop-Off & Pick-Up
• Dancers may be dropped off no earlier than 10 minutes before class.
• Please pick up dancers on time. A late pick-up fee may apply after 10 minutes.
• Only approved adults may pick up young dancers.
• Parents are welcome to wait inside; however, we do not have a designated waiting area, so at times you may be asked to wait outside.
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5. Studio Etiquette & Behavior Expectations
• Respect instructors, staff, and fellow dancers at all times.
• No bullying, gossip, or negative behavior — A & W is a safe, supportive environment.
• No running or rough play in the studio.
• Phones must be silent and put away during class.
• Water only inside studios; no gum or food.
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6. Safety & Injury Policy
• Parents must inform instructors of any relevant injuries or restrictions.
• A & W is not responsible for injuries that may occur during normal physical activity.
• In case of injury, staff will contact the parent/guardian immediately.
• Dancers who are sick or contagious must stay home.
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7. Media & Photo Release
• A & W may take photos or videos of classes, rehearsals, and events for marketing and social media.
• Families may opt out by notifying the studio in writing.
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8. Performance Policy
• Mandatory rehearsals must be attended to perform.
• Costume fees are due by the posted deadline.
• Absences during the week before the show may remove a dancer from portions of choreography.
• Dancers must arrive on time, in full hair/makeup, for all shows and dress rehearsals.
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9. Studio Closures & Cancellations
• Classes may be canceled due to holidays, weather, emergencies, or low enrollment.
• Families will be notified by email/text.
• If the studio cancels a class, a make-up class may be offered.
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10. Lobby & Parent Policy
• To maintain focus, parents should not coach or communicate with dancers during class.
• Viewing is allowed only through designated windows or on special viewing days.
• Please keep conversations in the studio respectful and at a low volume.
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11. Code of Conduct / Anti-Bullying
• A & W has zero tolerance for bullying, harassment, exclusion, or disrespect.
• Dancers must treat others with kindness and maturity.
• Parents/guardians are expected to conduct themselves respectfully toward instructors and other families.
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12. Social Media Policy
• Dancers must represent the studio positively online.
• Posting choreography or class videos requires instructor permission.
• No sharing personal information about other students or staff.
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13. Withdrawal Policy
• A 30-day written notice is required to withdraw from classes.
• Tuition is still due during the 30-day period.
• Once withdrawn, a new registration may be required to rejoin.
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