Please be aware.
All days and times of classes are set to occur once weekly for the referred time length.
The times and days listed are the general time frame that class could occur.A set schedule with be posted and sent out once enrollment is established and prior to first day classes.


*** what is a class fee?
Class fee covers your festival fees (when applicable), costume and accesories. You will not be billed seperately or be required to order costumes. This fee is due October 15th of the dance season and is non refundable.
You are still responsible for tights, shoes, class wear and grooming supplies.

Competition Team



Competitive/Festival classes
 These classes will attend festivals with the Studio. Festival options and general dates will be presented in early October. Costs are set by Festival committees and can change without notice.

Extra project dancers only (solos, etc.) will choose which festivals they attend. You must select festivals attending by Nov 1.
Festival fees due November 1.
 Festival fees are not refundable after December 1
Festival fees can be paid in installments before December 1st.

All Competition Team Members (parents and Students will be required to sign the rules and expectations agreement.

Rules and Expectations of JDA Synergy Competition Team
Dancers/Parents/Friends and Family Members
1. Each dancer will strive to have a positive attitude at all times in all studio classes, workshops, conventions, festivals & Competitions.
2. Each dancer must encourage and support ALL JDA Synergy team members.
3. You must inform Miss Jaimie prior to class for any absence.
4. Everyone is expected to work together as a team and help in the growth of their fellow teammates.
5. Each dancer must be respectful to all dancers, teachers and faculty both inside and outside of the classroom. This includes refraining from derogatory comments about the studio, director, faculty, fellow teammates and/or parents. This includes in person, on phone, and on the internet/social media.
6. Inappropriate behavior or speech will not be tolerated amongst the students and or parents, or about other students and or parents within JDA Synergy.
7. Inappropriate behavior or speech will not be tolerated amongst the students and or parents about other dance studios, competitors or judges.
8. Positive ambassadorship must be maintained always.
9. While representing JDA Synergy, students and parents are expected to display good sportsmanship at all times to everyone they are in contact with.
10. During competition, whether we win or lose, agree or disagree, it is expected parents, students and Instructors to have an agreeable attitude. All will refrain from derogatory comments about the adjudicators, directors, other studios or teachers, and the festivals/ competition in general. This includes in person, on phone and on the internet/social media.
11. All competition, lesson, and costume fees must be paid on time; solo/duet/trio entries will NOT be submitted and costumes will not be ordered if payment is not received on time.
12. All Students are asked to wear official JDA Synergy warm-ups or studio provided costume capes etc. at all competitions.
13. All students are to respect the professional decisions and do what is asked of them. All students and parents understand that Miss Jaimie has the Final say about class placement and all other matters concerning JDA Synergy.
14. All students and parents need to be familiar with the Handbook and the policies laid out within.
15. All students and parents are required to adhere to ALL policies and guidelines listed in the Handbook

All Competition team students and parents are expected to conduct themselves in a courteous and respectable manner always. Inappropriate behavior or speech by a student or a parent about other students, parents, instructors or other studios is not tolerated. Disrespecting a faculty member or another student,or being discourteous, is grounds for disciplinary action that may result in being asked to leave the studio permanently.
If you are asked to not return to the studio there will be no reimbursement for any classes, competitions, costumes or any other fees collected by the studio. All Competition Students and their parents will be expected to both read and sign this Competition Guideline page before committing to the Competition Team.

Competitive Costuming

All costumes are chosen by the instructor and amount is included in the class fee.
Costumes will not be ordered unless payment is made.


(Solo/duet/trio)
Extra projects can be competitive or non-competitive based on the desire of the dancer. At registration, a dancer can request the desire to participate in an extra.
Approval is based on student commitment and classroom attitude during group and technique classes
Not experience or number of classes you take.
Students who wish an extra project MUST be fully participating in group and technique classes.
This is to ensure the students who have the greatest level of commitment and positive attitude receive the rewards of a solo/duet.

It is a privilege to be allowed private choreographer and studio time over someone else. That time is designated for the most positive and hardworking students. Students who do not show interest in working well in group setting or who do not feel the technique or group classes are "important" will not be scheduled for private time.

Competitive solo/duet student who miss classes (technique or choreo)
Without combined parent and teacher permission
(which means your parent must notify teacher of any upcoming or last minute absences or they will be determined unapproved)
After 3 unapproved absences the solo/duet will be removed from the competitive list, but can continue solo/duet classes for performance opportunities.
After 3 further unapproved absences, the student’s solo/ duet will be discontinued for the season.
A $90 dismissal fee will be applied at this time.
If the student needs to miss a solo/duet time due to illness or scheduling conflict; and is wishing to reschedule - the make up class will be scheduled at a time convenient to the teacher.
If a teacher must reschedule for any reason the student/parent and teacher will reschedule for an agreeable time for both parties.


Any extra time over a student(s) requests from their teacher may be at an extra cost over and above the yearly fee.
$30 hr studio rental (paid to JD’s Academy of Dance)
$50/ session teacher/choreographer fee (paid directly to your extra's teacher) If any given session extends one hour, additional time will be paid out at $20/ hr.
This excludes any class time rescheduled due to scheduling conflicts.
Older students will be scheduled on Early dismissal days, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and or school Holidays.
Will be set at season start, giving lots of time to work around student work, extracurricular and family schedules.
As always, if the day or time your extra project is scheduled and causes conflicts, please speak to your teacher/choreographer.
We are more than happy to help make the schedule work for everyone!
Younger students will have a modified class and rehearsal schedule based on age appropriateness (classes occurring more frequently, shorter time frame for individual classes and scheduled during the week).
Older students will be scheduled in increments the choreographer sees as most beneficial.

Legal Release and Policy Acceptance
___ I/we understand the Studio Policies ___ I/we understand my payment obligations
___ I/we understand the risks related to dance ___ I/we understand my responsibilities as a dance parent
___ I/we understand the dress code ___ I/we understand the expectations of a dance student
___ I/we understand the attendance/withdraw policy ___ I/we understand the legal waiver and contract must be signed.


Waiver of Liability
I hereby give my child(ren) permission to dance at JD’s Academy of Dance Synergy.
I waive the right to any legal action against JD’s Academy of Dance Synergy, it’s owner, instructors or parent groups, for any injury sustained on studio property or at any Dance event. I understand that I am enrolling my dancer in a program of physical activity and have agreed that my student does not suffer from any undisclosed disability, condition or medical limitation.
I give full rights to JD’s Academy of Dance Synergy to use photos and video images of myself or my child to use for promotional purposes. Photos and video will be used in brochures, websites, advertisements, and other promotional material created by the studio. Photos may appear with or without names in press releases and other print and online advertising.
I have read and understood the studio health policies. I understand and will adhere to the health screening procedures. I will confirm no one from my household entering the studio has any of the listed symptoms and temperature is of a normal degree.
I have read, understand and agree to the above stated waiver.
I have read and understand the “JD’s Academy of Dance Synergy Parent and Student Handbook” and agree to adhere to all rules and expectations.
I understand I will be held responsible for all tuition, costume payments, festival fees when applicable.
I understand the payment policies and late fees as listed in the handbook.

Registration
 Fill in registration form and waivers completely.

 A registration fee required per family due at time of registration.

GST will be added to lesson tuition.

Payment
 Payment must be made via cash, cheque, etransfer ( jda.alwaysdance@gmail.com )
online via parent portal by credit card.

Cheques to be made to JD’s Academy of Dance Synergy



The break down of lesson costs is based on three classes per month. Most months you will receive 4-5 classes per month. The rates are developed this way to allow for classes missed due to holidays, weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Class time will be made up when any month has less than three classes. Exceptions made for September and December due to available class dates.

Kidsport and Jump Start funds are available. Applications can be made online under Kidsport Alberta or Canadian Tire Jumpstart Alberta. Parents are responsible for sending in applications. Funding may not cover your entire yearly costs; Parents are responsible to pay any remaining fees charged to your dance account. Funding applications must be sent in within 3 weeks of registering for classes.

A $50 a month late fee will be applied to any accounts 60 days or more overdue. Special arrangements can be made in exceptional circumstances. Please speak with Miss Jaimie if you have any concerns.
Any NSF cheque fees incurred by JD’s Academy, due to a clients’ cheque not clearing, will be charged to the said client.
Withdrawal from classes with refund of season fees
(refund does not including the previous or current months) must be made before October 30th. If a student withdraws after October 30th of the season year no refunds will be issued and you will be required to pay for the season.
Students under 5 years of age are exempt to this withdrawal policy. There is no required withdrawal date for students under 5 years old. Students with extenuating circumstances will also be considered. Please speak with Miss Jaimie.

Costumes
All dancers will have appropriate, professional looking costumes. Miss Jaimie will discuss costuming with individual groups.
All costumes will have a fee depending on size, make and style. This cost is included in the class fee. Costume fees will also include any added costs such as shipping, GST, or exchange.
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Extra project dancers costumes will be ordered by your teacher.
If you choose not to order solo/duet costumes through your instructor the costume fee will be removed from your account and you will be responsible for your own costume which must be approved by your teacher..

Recitals
Please refer to the studio website to be familiar with how recital works.
All Dates, Times, information and instructions will be provided via the studio bulletin board and the Website. It is the Parents responsibility to be aware of these postings.
Most information pertaining to rehearsals, recitals and year end classes will be posted in March and April.

WHAT TO WEAR TO DANCE CLASS
Dance is a discipline. Having a dress code promotes unity and professionalism in the studio. For your safety, no jewelry is to be worn in any dance class. (watches, dangling earrings, bracelets, or ankle bracelets)
If students are not dressed appropriately they may not be allowed to participate in class.

Please refer to the studio website to be familiar with our dress code.

STUDIO POLICIES AND RULES:
1. If you follow these rules, you will be providing yourself and everyone in the studio the best dancing and learning environment possible. Thank you for your consideration! Please review these policies with your dancer.

2. No food or drinks (except water) in class. All food is to be kept in the viewing areas.
A microwave is available for your use. Please keep it clean. A few dishes are also available for your use. Please wash them when finished.
3. The studio kitchen and costume storage is a private area – students/families must enter only with a staff member present.
4. The studio doors will be unlocked 15 minutes prior to the first class of the day.
5. Call or e-mail with any non urgent questions that may arise, instead of trying to talk to the instructor before or after class. We are on a very tight schedule during the week and we do not want to short-change the other students by starting the class late.
6. I pride myself on an open door policy. ALWAYS ASK! Better to ask so I can clarify any confusion or remedy a problem, rather than be frustrated and upset during your dance experience.
7. Disrespect or inappropriate speech from students and parents is not allowed. Derogatory remarks or inappropriate conversation or behavior toward any staff member, volunteer, other dancer or parents, other studios, or dance related persons will not be tolerated. This includes in person, on phone, or internet/social media.
8. JD’s Academy has the right to dismiss (without refund of fees) any student or parent who disregards the policies, shows inappropriate behavior, or upsets the overall harmony of the studio.
9. Studio updates and other pertinent information will be posted on our bulletin board and the studio’s website.
10. I do not print out information to send home.
11. It is your responsibility as a JDA parent to check the bulletin board, emails or website for information throughout the year.
12. Parents are responsible for the behavior and safety of their children. Siblings and friends are more than welcome at the studio. Please ensure good behavior and keep the Lobby and viewing areas clean.
13. Please keep conversation in the lobby positive and up-beat. Negativity, age inappropriate conversation and foul language is not appreciated, or tolerated. Please see number 8.
14. Maintain and keep our studio, bathrooms, kitchen, kid's room and lobby area clean. Please pick up your trash and any trash that you see lying around. If the studio requires a large amount of Janitorial work on a regular basis, fees will be increased to cover that cost. Help keep our fees low and keep our studio clean
15. No gum allowed in class or in the studio at any time.
16. Good attitudes and consistent attendance are expected from every student.

CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR:
 Wait in the viewing area until your instructor calls you into class
 Students are not allowed in the classroom until the instructor has arrived.
 Please keep your hands and “bodies” off the mirrors
 Do not make unnecessary conversation or noise during class, especially while your instructor is working with another student or talking to the class.
 Please keep your hands to yourself, no pushing or bullying of other students.
 Continual disruption of the class may result in dismissal from class.
 Pay attention to your instructor and stay alert for the entire class.
 Depending on the class, hair must be put up and away from the face if it is long enough. If you have short hair, you must use a stretch headband and clips to pull your hair back away from your face and off your neck. This rule is for your safety and success in class.
 Any student not in proper dance attire or hair properly pulled back may not be allowed on the dance floor until properly attired and groomed.
 If you need to leave class early, please let the teacher know before the class begins.
 Dancers should be respectful to instructors and fellow students always.
 Good behavior in the classroom should be displayed throughout the class and while you are in the studio.
 JD’s Academy is not responsible for any lost clothing. We will maintain a lost and found box, but PLEASE check it Periodically as items left will be donated at the end of the season.
 Be sure to write your name in your shoes and on any other dance attire or item. This way if lost they can be returned to you.

CLASS PLACEMENT:
All placement decisions by the instructor are based on class participation, attendance, progress, ability, and consistency.
It is not unusual to remain in the same level for more than one year.
Each student has a rate at which they will progress physically and mentally.
Please respect Miss Jaimie's professional knowledge of where your child should be placed in each year of their dance training.
A student who is placed in a class that is too difficult or a level that is not appropriate to their working ability will lose interest in their development as a dancer or hold the class back from progressing. They will also be at risk for injury.
The directors and instructors of JD’s Academy want to further your child’s training as a dancer and want them to enjoy their experience at the studio.
Miss Jaimie has the final say on class placement.

ATTENDENCE AND ABSENCES:

Dance is a commitment to yourself, the other students in your class and your instructor. Please be consistent in your attendance since performing together means relying on each other.
To ensure that your child is progressing in their dance technique the best they can, proper attendance is a must. Consistent attendance is important so your child can benefit the best they can. Absences and tardiness can have a negative effect on the entire class.
JD’s Academy reserves the right to have a student who is frequently late or absent to class, sit out of class
If you are unable to attend class, please call or message your instructor to let us know you will be absent.

Dancer and Parent Expectations:
You can expect your instructor to be prepared and prompt for class. Teach class in a kind but firm manner. Be proactive and clear in providing you and your dancer with any communication. Instructors will treat students and parents with respect and fairness. Any concerns about your instructor are to be brought immediately to Miss Jaimie. You are here to learn and we are here to teach. Everyone is here to have fun!

Health policies
General Season Info

- Cleaning high touch surfaces will take place every day. In high flu season surfaces are cleaned before the next person requires use of them.

- Disinfectant will be available in the foyer and washrooms for anyone wishing to clean their own personal area. These spaces will be cleaned daily, but I want to offer you the option to feel the most at ease in the space.
- Please Do NOT come to class if you have or have had in the last 48 hours:
fever
vomiting
diarrhea
excessive cough, sneezing, runny nose

- All props used in class will be disinfected between users and dancers are welcome to bring their own class items.
- In case a dancer cannot attend classes due to any situation, in studio classes will be streamed via an online platform to allow them the ability to participate from home until they can return to class.


All JDA parents are required to sign a permission and disclosure form attached to the registration form that includes in part the knowledge and understanding of all items read here. Please ask if you have any questions or concerns about this document.