Hey Diamond Dancers! We can't wait to have you join us in studio. Just before you do, please accept that you have read, fully understand, accept and agree to our terms of engagement as set out below...
ENROLMENTS
● Class numbers are capped to ensure students progression as well as health and safety measures.
● Classes commence on the first week of each school term and run for a minimum of 8 - 10 weeks at the the studios discretion.
● Classes that fall on event dates such as show rehearsals, competitions, exams will not be refunded.
● Students are automatically re-enrolled each term and written notice is required by week 2 of the relevant term if a student wishes to withdraw.
● If a student does not provide written notice of withdrawal by week 2 of term, you acknowledge that full tuition fees apply.
● Students must enrol online prior to attending any classes or trials
FEES
● $130 per 30 min class, per term
● $140 per 45 min class, per term
● $150 per 60 min class, per term
● Multi class memberships available
● Students who enrol mid term will be charged pro rata.
● Payment methods: Cash, Stripe, Credit Card, Internet banking
● Students with overdue fees will not be eligible to attend class until their fees are paid in full
ADDITIONAL FEES
● Competition registration fees - for soloist, duo, trio or group competition dancers.
● Examination fees – payable on Term 2 invoice
● Show Levy – split evenly and added to T3 and T4 invoices for ease of payment to cover show costume fees
● Registration Fee – a one-off $20 registration/admin fee applies to all new families when they join Diamond Studios
UNIFORMS
● Diamond Studios prides itself on high quality standards and presentation in all classes.
● Uniforms are compulsory for all students across all classes.
● Check out our merch tab for uniform requirements.
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
● All public holidays are observed and accounted for in our fee structure.
COVID, ILLNESS AND ISOLATION POLICY
● If any classes are cancelled due to Covid, lessons will be credited to students accounts.
● Any student absences relating to Covid are treated as illness. No refunds or credits apply for absence due to illness (including Covid) or for Ministry of Health requirements to isolate.
MEMBERSHIPS
● Our memberships have been carefully designed for multiclass students and align with our aim of providing all Diamond dancers with the opportunity to 'find their shine'.
● Memberships may not be shared between dancers. Each must hold their own membership
● Private lessons missed will not roll over or accumulate.
● Troupe classes are via audition acceptance only. This does not affect the price of the Emerald or Diamond Memberships.
● In order for a student to hold an Emerald or Diamond membership, they must be enrolled and attend a minimum of 3 classes per week. These 3 classes do not include troupes, private lessons or academy training and must be in addition to these classes.
● Limited Diamond memberships available.
COMPETITIVE
● Soloists who train at Diamond Studios in competitive dance must enter under and represent Diamond Studios at competitive events
● All competition work conceptualised and choreographed by a Diamond tutor, remains the intellectual property of Diamond Studios and may be reused at the studios discretion including, but not limited to solos, duos, trios and troupes.
Please note: The above does not apply to academic school dance groups and events.
CONDUCT
● At Diamond we encourage students and families to form close knit friendships in a nurturing and encouraging environment.
● We expect diamond families to remain respectful to staff and one another at all times. Any offensive or intimidating behavior will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal from Diamond Studios.
While Diamond Studios takes cautious approaches to our method of teaching. Dance by nature comes with risks of injury both in studio and when performing on stage. By enrolling at Diamond, you acknowledge that Diamond Studios tutors will not be held liable for injuries or associated costs should any occur.
