BY READING & SIGNING THIS TERM & POLICY FORM, MORTONS DANCE CENTER WILL CHARGE LATE FEES TO YOUR ACCOUNT AND OR REMOVE DANCER FROM CLASS(ES) IF THE ACCOUNT IS NOT AT A $0 BALANCE AFTER THE 25TH OF EVERY MONTH.
PAYMENT POLICIES:
1. NO REFUND POLICY. In rare cases, dancer accounts may be credited. However, there are NO REFUNDS by Morton’s Dance Center. Account credit will be on a case-by-case basis. This includes registration fees and any previously paid tuition or other charges.
2. If any dancer must take a leave of absence from classes (ie: sports, musicals, school activities, or other commitments) he/she must pay $15 each month to freeze their enrollment. If this fee is not paid, dancer will need to re-register upon their return which will include paying any balance on their account as well as a registration fee. The only exception to the $15 freeze fee to maintain enrollment is injury/illness. Qualification for fee to be waived is dependent on a doctor’s note (this exception does not include competition team dancers).
3. With any class changes (dropping of class, switching levels, etc.) parent must notify the office (email is sufficient) before the 20th of the month prior to expected change. If the request is made after the 20th, the account may be charged for the price of previous month and adjusted accordingly for the following payment cycle.
4. Registration fee of $30 (individual)/$55 (family) charged at the beginning of the dance season (or at the time of dancer registration during the 2024/2025 season). Training Lite, Training Only and Legacy Competition Team fees are listed in the contract.
5. All automatic payments and billing will be done on the 25th of the month prior. Automatic billing is required by ALL dancers unless otherwise noted. Any defaulted payment (whether from expired cards, declined balances, etc) must be taken care of by the 25th of the month to avoid accumulation of late fees. If any problems occur, payment can be made by calling the office during office hours or by email at luuhrich@gmail.com.
6. Any payments received after the 25th of the month will result in a $25 late fee. There will be an additional $10 fee added for every week the balance is not paid after the due date.
7. Tuition is prorated based on approximately four lessons per month and includes consideration of holidays, inclement weather and other potential closings. However, there is no extra charge for months with five weeks. Make up classes will be at the discretion of the studio.
STUDIO RULES:
1. No food, chewing gum, or drinks on the dance floor. Food and drink are available for purchase before or after class at the Nook concession stands and vending machines.
2. No running or horseplay in the hallways, studio, lounge, or Spooky Nook shared spaces. Additionally, there is no horseplay/running in the studio. Dancers should not stand or sit near the loft opening.
3. Do not disturb classes that are in session. Parents are welcome to wait in the common areas/food court or sit on the bleachers under our Morton’s Dance Center sign and observe through the windows (discreetly). Please no recording/photos unless given express permission from staff.
4. Please label ALL dance shoes, clothing, bags, etc. Morton’s Dance Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
5. All dancers must be picked up promptly at the end of class. Morton’s Dance Center and Spooky Nook Sports are not responsible for students after class. Please call the office if there is an emergency.
6. If a dancer must be picked up early, or you would like to speak to an instructor, you must stop in the office or email a staff member ahead of time.
7. Unruly behavior will not be tolerated, nor will any disrespectful behavior toward instructors or fellow dancers. You will be asked to leave the studio immediately.
8. Morton’s Dance Center reserves the right to cancel any class, at any time, due to insufficient enrollment/attendance for that particular class.
9. No students are allowed to congregate in the office area unless they are making a payment.
10. Instructor will leave 15 minutes after the start of class if no students have arrived on time.
11. If there is less than 3 dancers in a class, the class will be shortened to 45 minutes.
FACILITIES:
Morton’s Dance Center has been given an amazing opportunity to train and build our championship team and recreational offerings at the largest indoor sports complex in the United States, Spooky Nook Sports. This is an honor we do not take lightly and as such we want to ensure that our dancers and families respect the facilities, personnel, customers and reputation of Spooky Nook Sports at all times.
In addition to the policies and procedures set forth by Spooky Nook Sports Complex, our expectations of dancer/family conduct are noted below:
1. Dancers and families are a representation of Morton’s Dance Center. As such we expect each of you to be hardworking, humble, courteous and respectful of all staff, athletes and spectators.
2. Dancers and families will not interfere with ongoing activities and programs taking place at Spooky Nook Sports. Dancers should enter and exit the facilities quietly and politely and should not engage in behaviors that other athletes or attendees may find disruptive or distracting.
3. Dancers should not loiter in or around areas not intended for use by Morton’s Dance Center. Nook facilities are for training, not socializing.
4. Please take care of all equipment and leave shared areas (studio space, fitness facilities, bathrooms) clean and tidy.
5. No alcohol, illegal drugs or smoking on the property (whether in the possession/use of a dancer or an adult family member).
6. No weapons or items that may be used as weapons are allowed on the property (whether in the possession/use of a dancer or an adult family member).
7. Absolutely no harassment and no solicitation will be tolerated. (Solicitation includes, but is not limited to, targeting Nook staff and/or clientele with fundraising efforts).
8. Promptly report any incidents or concerns to Morton’s Dance Center staff immediately so that we can communicate and resolve with our building contacts.
STUDIO ATTIRE:
Attire for our Hip Hop classes is based on comfort and performance. Dancers are free to express their personal style in clothing that is unrestrictive, safe and appropriate.
Examples of acceptable studio attire include tennis shoes/sneakers and activewear such as leggings, sweatpants, tee shirts, fitted tanks, shorts, etc.
Please refrain from wearing clothing that could be deemed unsuitable either in terms of messaging, graphic images or fit.
