Policies & Procedures
Please read the following:
Information is posted both on our website thatsthepointe.com and on our Facebook page. Please provide your e-mail
address to the front desk so that we can send e-mail notifications regarding scheduling changes,
account balances and other information.
ï‚· Students are registered and her/his place is held in class for the entire school year, from the
date the registration form is signed through the recital. Unless the student is removed from
class by having a parent or guardian give proper notice, the parent or guardian will be responsible for tuition
payments through the recital. Notifying the director in writing is the only acceptable way to withdraw from a class.
ï‚· There must be at least four students in a class for that class to be held. If a class falls below
the four students during the year, it may be cancelled at any time throughout the year. At
that time the student will be placed in another class.
ï‚· Please do not let your child go into the dance studios until the teacher calls them in for
class. Teachers are only responsible for students during class time. Office personnel are
not responsible for students at any time.
ï‚· Individual, group and class photos taken at the studio or outside the studio by us or an
outside company that we hire may be used in any or all forms of media for advertising
including the “That’s the Pointe” Dance Studio website. If you do not want your child’s
photos to be used for advertising purposes, you may initial the referenced paragraph on the
registration form (directly above the signature line).

Tuition/Registration Fee:
ï‚· The annual registration fee (see price schedule) is due when registering for a class.
ï‚· Tuition is due the first day of each month. Payments made after the 5th of the month
are charged the $20 late fee.
ï‚· Students account must be paid in full by the 15th of each month to remain in classes. If
tuition is not paid by the 15th of each month your child will be asked to observe class until
your account is current.
ï‚· A $30 charge will be added for any returned checks or insufficient funds on automatic
withdrawals. If you know you will be gone during the week tuition is due, please pay early.
We also have several online payment options.

Refund policy:
ï‚· Tuition, registration and recital fees are non-refundable. No credits or refunds for missed
classes.
ï‚· Make-up classes are allowed and must be made up within eight weeks.
ï‚· A 4-week notice must be given in writing (signing withdrawal line) to our office if you are
withdrawing from a class. Classes already paid for above and beyond the 4-week withdrawal
notice will remain as a credit on your account for up to two years to be used on future
tuition. The 4-week notice begins from the date the withdrawal line is signed and dated at
the bottom of the registration form. Classes or payment from the 4-week withdrawal notice
are not transferable to another student or sibling.

Recital:
Each year the season is ended with a fully-staged, professional dance recital. We encourage but do
not require participation.
 A nonrefundable “recital fee” will be charged the first week of February. This
fee includes costs associated with recital. ie… Costumes, tickets, and facility fees. If you
would like to make payments through the year we have a payment schedule available.
 If you wish to not have your child participate in recital you may “opt out” rather than pay
the recital fee. This must be done by signing the appropriate paper work.
ï‚· Ads for our program book will be available for purchase.

Dress code:
ï‚· All students are required to be in dress code to participate in classes. This is to ensure
proper body lines are seen by instructors.
ï‚· Dress code includes having hair pulled back off the face and neck (buns are preferred) .
ï‚· No jewelry will be allowed in class.
ï‚· All ballet/technique classes have assigned and required leotard colors.
ï‚· Tights are expected to be worn in classes as well as proper dance shoes.
ï‚· If students do not come in dress code they will be asked to observe classes rather that
participate.
ï‚· The last week of each month students will be allowed to wear leotard color of their choice.
ï‚· NO tee shirts or sweat pants will be allowed in classes.
 All shoes, bags, and personal items must be labeled. That’s the Pointe Dance is not
responsible for left, lost or stolen items.

Behavior:
ï‚· A good attitude is expected.
ï‚· Each student will be treated with respect by every staff member. Students are expected to
show respect to staff as well as their fellow dancers.
ï‚· When entering/leaving the studio students are asked to wear street clothes. This is to
ensure the safety of the students.
ï‚· Students will put their shoes on inside the studio not the lobby. Classes are scheduled so
that there is adequate time to do this.
ï‚· Classes will start on time. There will be 5 minutes before class where the students will be
stretching before barre. If students miss plies they will be asked to observe class rather
than participate.
ï‚· The first week of the month parents will be allowed to observe classes. Parents are
expected to be quiet and respectful of the class and teacher.
ï‚· Food/drink/gum is not allowed into the studio.
ï‚· ABSOLUTELY NO CELL PHONES IN THE STUDIO

Miscellaneous:
ï‚· Home practice is needed by each student to progress. We encourage parents to
support this as it will help the teachers move each class and student at a faster rate, as
well as promote progress. We will be posting exercises and theory on our webpage
thatsthepointe.com
ï‚· Make it a weekly practice of checking the website for information you need to know. If
you would prefer a paper note be sent home with your child you will need to notify
your teacher.
ï‚· Please inform your instructor of any injuries, allergies, or special needs that may
require extra attention.
ï‚· Please be prompt in picking up your child at the end of class time. Students are not to
be left at the studio for excessive time before or after class.

TTP RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ADD ADDITIONAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AT ANY TIME WHEN IT APPLIES TO THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF OUR DANCERS.

Policies & Procedures
Please read the following:
Information is posted both on our website thatsthepointe.com and on the information board at the
studio. Please check Parent Information Board/website each week. Please provide your e-mail
address to the front desk so that we can send e-mail notifications regarding scheduling changes,
account balances and other information.
ï‚· Students are registered and her/his place is held in class for the entire school year, from the
date the registration form is signed through the recital. Unless the student is removed from
class by having a parent or guardian sign and date the “Class Withdrawal” line at the
bottom of the registration form, the parent or guardian will be responsible for tuition
payments through the recital. Coming into the studio and signing the withdrawal line is the
only way to withdraw from a class. Calling, speaking to someone, telling a teacher or e-mail
are not accepted as forms of withdrawal.
ï‚· There must be at least four students in a class for that class to be held. If a class falls below
the four students during the year, it may be cancelled at any time throughout the year. At
that time the student will be placed in another class.
ï‚· Please do not let your child go into the dance studios until the teacher calls them in for
class. Teachers are only responsible for students during class time. Office personnel are
not responsible for students at any time.
ï‚· Individual, group and class photos taken at the studio or outside the studio by us or an
outside company that we hire may be used in any or all forms of media for advertising
including the “That’s the Pointe” Dance Studio website. If you do not want your child’s
photos to be used for advertising purposes, you may initial the referenced paragraph on the
registration form (directly above the signature line).

Tuition/Registration Fee:
ï‚· The annual registration fee (see price schedule) is due when registering for a class.
ï‚· Tuition is due the first week of each month. Payments made after the stated tuition week
are charged the $10 late fee per class.
ï‚· Students account must be paid in full by the 15th of each month to remain in classes. If
tuition is not paid by the 15th of each month your child will be asked to observe class until
your account is current.
ï‚· A $30 charge will be added for any returned checks or insufficient funds on automatic
withdrawals. If you know you will be gone during the week tuition is due, please pay early.
We also have several online payment options.

Refund policy:
ï‚· Tuition, registration and recital fees are non-refundable. No credits or refunds for missed
classes.
ï‚· Make-up classes are allowed and must be made up within eight weeks.
ï‚· A 4-week notice must be given in writing (signing withdrawal line) to our office if you are
withdrawing from a class. Classes already paid for above and beyond the 4-week withdrawal
notice will remain as a credit on your account for up to two years to be used on future
tuition. The 4-week notice begins from the date the withdrawal line is signed and dated at
the bottom of the registration form. Classes or payment from the 4-week withdrawal notice
are not transferable to another student or sibling.

Recital:
Each year the season is ended with a fully-staged, professional dance recital. We encourage but do
not require participation.
 A nonrefundable “recital fee” of $175.00 will be charged the first week of February. This
fee includes costs associated with recital. Ie… Costumes, tickets, and facility fees. If you
would like to make payments through the year we have a payment schedule available.
 If you wish to not have your child participate in recital you may “opt out” rather than pay
the recital fee. This must be done by signing the appropriate paper work.
ï‚· Ads for our program book will be available for purchase.

Dress code:
ï‚· All students are required to be in dress code to participate in classes. This is to ensure
proper body lines are seen by instructors.
ï‚· Dress code includes having hair pulled back off the face and neck (buns are preferred) .
ï‚· No jewelry will be allowed in class.
ï‚· All ballet/technique classes have assigned and required leotard colors.
ï‚· Tights are expected to be worn in classes as well as proper dance shoes.
ï‚· If students do not come in dress code they will be asked to observe classes rather that
participate.
ï‚· The last week of each month students will be allowed to wear leotard color of their choice.
ï‚· NO tee shirts or sweat pants will be allowed in classes.
 All shoes, bags, and personal items must be labeled. That’s the Pointe Dance is not
responsible for left, lost or stolen items.

Behavior:
ï‚· A good attitude is expected.
ï‚· Each student will be treated with respect by every staff member. Students are expected to
show respect to staff as well as their fellow dancers.
ï‚· When entering/leaving the studio students are asked to wear street clothes. This is to
ensure the safety of the students.
ï‚· Students will put their shoes on inside the studio not the lobby. Classes are scheduled so
that there is adequate time to do this.
ï‚· Classes will start on time. There will be 5 minutes before class where the students will be
stretching before barre. If students miss plies they will be asked to observe class rather
than participate.
ï‚· The first week of the month parents will be allowed to observe classes. Parents are
expected to be quiet and respectful of the class and teacher.
ï‚· Food/drink/gum is not allowed into the studio.
ï‚· ABSOULTLY NO CEL PHONES IN THE STUDIO

Miscellaneous:
ï‚· Home practice is needed by each student to progress. We encourage parents to
support this as it will help the teachers move each class and student at a faster rate, as
well as promote progress. We will be posting exercises and theory on our webpage
thatsthepointe.com
ï‚· Make it a weekly practice of checking the website for information you need to know. If
you would prefer a paper note be sent home with your child you will need to notify
your teacher.
ï‚· Please inform your instructor of any injuries, allergies, or special needs that may
require extra attention.
ï‚· Please be prompt in picking up your child at the end of class time. Students are not to
be left at the studio for excessive time before or after class.

I understand dance and tumbling can be a dangerous activity and may cause accident, injury or illness and I assume all risk and responsibilities associated with my child or myself participating. In the event of an accident, injury or illness, I authorize That's the Pointe Dance Studio to seek medical attention for myself/child/ward. I agree to be responsible for any and all costs of medical expenses incurred on behalf of the student. I (for myself and all others who might have a similar claim) waive, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages, injury or loss to person or property which may be sustained or occur during participation in the studio's activities or events.

I acknowledge the contagious nature of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 and that the CDC and many other public health authorities still recommend practicing social distancing.

I further acknowledge that That’s the Pointe Dance (TTP) has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of the Coronavirus/COVID-19.

I further acknowledge that TTP can not guarantee that I will not become infected with the Coronavirus/Covid-19. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to and/or infected by the Coronavirus/COVID-19 may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others, including, but not limited to, studio staff, and other studio dancers and their families.

I voluntarily seek services provided by TTP and acknowledge that I am increasing my risk of exposure to Coronavirus/COVID-19. I acknowledge that I must comply with all set procedures to reduce the spread while being present at the studio.

I attest that:
* I am not experiencing any symptoms of illness such as cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, or new loss of taste or smell.
* I have not traveled internationally within the last 14 days.
* I have not traveled to a highly impacted area within the United States of America in the last 14 days.
* I do not believe I have been exposed to someone with a suspected and/or confirmed case of the Coronavirus/COVID-19.
* I have not been diagnosed with Coronavirus/Covid-19 and not yet cleared as non contagious by state or local public health authorities.
* I am following all CDC recommended guidelines as much as possible and limiting my exposure to the Coronavirus/COVID-19.

I hereby release and agree to hold That’s the Pointe Dance harmless from, and waive on behalf of myself, my heirs, and any personal representatives any and all causes of action, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and compensation for damage or loss to myself and/or property that may be caused by any act, or failure to act of the studio, or that may otherwise arise in any way in connection with any services received from That’s the Pointe Dance. I understand that this release discharges That’s the Pointe Dance from any liability or claim that I, my heirs, or any personal representatives may have against the studio with respect to any bodily injury, illness, death, medical treatment, or property damage that may arise from, or in connection to, any services received from That’s the Pointe Dance. This liability waiver and release extends to the studio together with all owners, partners, and employees.

I understand dance and tumbling can be a dangerous activity and may cause accident, injury or illness and I assume all risk and responsibilities associated with my child or myself participating. In the event of an accident, injury or illness, I authorize That's the Pointe Dance Studio to seek medical attention for myself/child/ward. I agree to be responsible for any and all costs of medical expenses incurred on behalf of the student. I (for myself and all others who might have a similar claim) waive, release and forever discharge any and all rights and claims for damages, injury or loss to person or property which may be sustained or occur during participation in the studio's activities or events.