You must be 18 years or over to create an account and sign up for classes.

I have received or will obtain a copy of Danswest Dance Productions, Inc. (Danswest) policies and will take the responsibility to carefully read and follow the rules and policies therein. I understand that Danswest does not give credit and/or refunds for registration fees or class(es) missed due to holiday, vacation, illness, weather, etc. I understand that I am financially responsible for any and all charges and costs incurred, including but not limited to tuition, recital costs, costumes, late fees. If for any reason I need to withdraw from the program, I am responsible for any tuition unless I withdraw from classes prior to the following month.

All Choreography is the property of Danswest and may not be performed outside of the studio without the Director's permission.

I further understand that there are specific risks of physical or property damages, losses, or injury that may result from my or my child's participation with Danswest and I voluntarily assume the risks associated with such participation, and hold harmless Danswest Dance Productions, Inc., owners and officers. Your personal medical insurance will be your only source of payment for medical treatment.

I agree to keep my dancer home if ill, or if any family member ill ( i.e fever/sore throat/ body aches/chills/rash etc ) or if there is a known exposure to a communicable disease.

I understand there is a 3.5% convenience fee added to credit card transactions.

I have had sufficient opportunity to read this entire document. I have read and understood it, and I agree to be bound by its terms

Danswest Dance Productions, Inc.
GENERAL STUDIO POLICIES

Danswest strives to be successful and to provide a clean, safe and nurturing environment where a love for dance, movement, exercise and artistic expression can grow and thrive. To aid us in this mission, we ask that all students and parents adhere to the following policies.

REGISTRATION: Each student is asked to register prior to the first class, and pay the registration fee and first month tuition. Our online enrollment system can be found at www.danswest.com . Each student is required to have a waiver signed- this is online as well. It is required that all students be covered by their own family insurance policies. If injury occurs it is understood that the student’s/guardian’s own policy is your only source of reimbursement.

The annual registration fee is $25 per student and $40 per family (2 or more students from the same family at the same address).

CLASS PLACEMENT
Class placement is based upon the student’s previous experience. We may ask a dancer with previous experience to participate in a class first so that technique may be evaluated, as dance studios differ in syllabus and requirements. The Director reserves the right to move dancers accordingly for the best interest of each student.

TUITION: Tuition is due by the first of the month and any payments after the 5th of the month automatically include a $15 late fee. There is also a City of Tucson mandated tax of 2.6% that is added to the base tuition each month. Monthly tuition is based on a per hour fee, (some months have less days and some months have more days). Tuition cannot be pro-rated and there are no refunds. By registering, you are holding a spot in a class whether you are present or absent. However, all students have the option to make-up missed classes by coming and taking another class. Any NSF checks will be charged a $25 fee. You will continue to be charged monthly tuition until we are notified via email of your termination of classes or at the normal end of session. We have an
online enrollment and payment system and when you enroll in auto pay you will be billed via your credit card monthly on the 1st of the month. Note that there is a 3.5% merchant credit card fee added to payments. We also take cash and checks at the studio.

MAKE-UP LESSONS/MISSED CLASSES: Please call if your child must miss a class. We instructor will be happy to give you a make-up time. This make-up class must be taken within two (2) weeks after the missed class. There are no carry-overs, refunds or pro-rated fees due to missed classes because of illness, vacation, or other attendance problems. Any class cancelled by the studio will be rescheduled. A doctor's release is required for an injured dancer to return to class. This applies to non-dance related injuries as well. The studio reserves the right to drop a dancer from a class or routine due to excessive tardiness or absenteeism.

TRIAL /DROP IN CLASSES: You may try a class for $20, however, the parent may observe a class at no charge.

CLASS SCHEDULES: The schedule is based on anticipated enrollment and may change at any time. Please call /email prior to attending class for the first time for verification. Class schedules are available on the website and at the studio. Teachers are also subject to change on occasion. If for any reason only one student arrives for class, a 30 minute class will be provided. If only 2 students, 45 min. Teacher are also subject to change as they are all working professionals a in the dance industry and have performances and rehearsal from time to time

ATTENDANCE: Dance is a discipline unto its own and requires regular attendance. Be on time for class; attendance is taken in the beginning. It is expected that students will come dressed in the correct attire. The dress code is online. A student who is more than 15 minutes late may not be allowed to take the class because they will have missed the warm up session, which is important to prevent injury. In this case, the student will be asked to observe the class.

PICKING UP/DROPPING OFF STUDENTS: For safety reasons, we ask that students do not leave the building and wait outside or go to the neighboring stores without an adult. Danswest is not responsible for students who leave the premises for any reason. Note that the Family Dollar store in the retail center does not allow unaccompanied minors under the age of 18 in the store. Parents, please deliver and pick up students on time. Do not drop off students more than 15 minutes before their first class of the day. We will not watch your child if he/she arrives early, nor will we stay at the studio following the last class.

CLASS OBSERVATION: Parents are allowed to observe classes via the closed -circuit TV system Thereafter, parents will be allowed in class during specific observation times set up by the Director. Dancers learn the most in an environment free from distractions. All students need to be focused in the classroom. Exceptions, with the approval of the teacher, are made for preschool dancers who need additional time to feel comfortable and secure. If you are in the class to observe, you may not have cell phones on or leave and return, as this is disruptive to the class. Siblings are not allowed to go onto the dance floor.

HOLIDAYS/STUDIO CLOSED 2023-24 ( we do not charge for classes that fall on a holiday)
Labor Day Monday, September 4
Halloween Tuesday, October 31
Thanksgiving (Thursday-Sunday)
Winter Break December 18-January 8th (Company members will have rehearsals )
Rodeo days (Thursday-Sunday)
Memorial Day Monday, May 27th
July 4th

CLASS BEHAVIOR: Be polite, courteous and respectful of instructors and classmates and parents at all times. Unacceptable conduct includes: disruptive behavior, misuse of studio property, playing with stereo equipment or other props, willful destruction of any studio property, illegal substance use on the premises, verbal abuse , inappropriate language, physical abuse of anyone on the property, bullying and any other behavior deemed unfit for the studio environment.
If a dancer is disruptive and repeatedly asked to behave, he/she may be asked to leave the classroom and wait in the lobby and the parents will be called to pick up the dancer at that time.

No food, drinks (other than water) or cell phones allowed in the classrooms.

Dancers must attend class in the proper attire and shoes or they may be asked to sit and observe or take notes

LOBBY ETIQUETTE: Our spacious lobby is open to family . We offer free WIFI for Danswest customers. As a courtesy, please treat the space with respect. If you spill something, clean it up! If you move chairs, put them back. Your dancers and siblings are welcome but note that this is not a playground; running and yelling will not be tolerated as it is disruptive to the classes and those in the building, No skateboards, “heelies”, skates, motorized toys are allowed either. Please help us to keep the environment clean, safe and inviting for all.

Danswest Dance Production, Inc ( Danswest) Privacy Policy

The privacy of your personal information is very important to Danswest. We will not sell, rent or trade your personal information to any third party. Special care will be taken to protect the privacy and security of your information. This policy explains our information practices and the way that Danswest collects and uses your information. This Privacy Policy covers the information you provide to us offline and at the Danswest website, registration module, or social media pages.

You can visit our Website and find out about Danswest products and services without giving us any personally identifying information about you. When you visit our Website, we do not collect any personally identifiable information without your consent. We collect and store information from you that you voluntarily choose to give us or enter on our website. When you register for classes at Danswest, we collect contact information such as parent/guardian names, addresses, phone numbers, e-mail address and student information such as names, birthdate, pertinent medical information, etc. This information is needed to manage studio business and will not be used or sold for any other purpose, except as described below.

Danswest will access your personal information and/or share it with third parties only for the following purposes:
-as needed for studio business-, if required to do so by law or to comply with legal process, and to protect the rights, property, or personal safety of the public.
Danswest does not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from children under the age of 18 who may access the website. We require a parent/guardian to conduct business via the website and enrollment system.
Danswest employees and faculty are required to adhere to confidentiality guidelines regarding personal and company information.
If you have any questions about our Privacy Policy or if you wish to update or remove any of your personal information, please contact the office.