Welcome to Class Act Studios! Our registration policy is designed to provide clarity and simplicity for our families as they embark on their journey with us. Below, you’ll find detailed information on fees, payment methods, and other essential aspects of our registration process.
REGISTRATION POLICY ~ PERFORMANCE SEASON
Definition:
Performance Season encompasses our Ignite, Inspire, Challenge, and Motivate programs only and does not apply to classes in our Explore Program (Sessional Classes) or Summer Camps, which have their policies.
Registration Fee:
A non-refundable registration fee of $50.00 (plus taxes) is required at the time of enrollment. This fee is due annually for each student and secures their place in our classes.
Tuition Fees:
Tuition Fees are due on the 1st of each month from September to June. Tuition fees for classes in our Performance Season are calculated annually, based on the total number of classes offered from September through June. This calculation takes into account scheduled closures for holidays and any planned Studio breaks, ensuring that families only pay for the instruction time provided.
Costume Fees:
Costume Fees apply to all classes in our Performance Season and are due per student, per class.
The Costume Fee is $150-$170 (including GST and PST) depending on the program classes.
Costume Fees are divided into equal instalments, payable from September to April.
Costume Fees cover the purchase (or rental) of costuming for our competitions (if applicable) and Year-End Performances in June.
Costume Fees do not include tights, shoes, accessories (earrings, hairpieces, etc.), or regular class attire (bodysuits, skirts, etc.).
All Costume Fees are non-refundable. (please see our Cancellation Policy section for details on Costume Fees)
Recital Fees:
Recital Fees apply to all classes in our Performance Season and are due per student, per class.
Recital Fees contribute to the venue rental, theatre technicians, lighting, sound, props and sets, transportation, and other logistical needs essential for the production of our Year-End Recitals.
Recital Fees are determined based on the style of dance: Dancers in ballet classes participate in our Ballet Performance while dancers in all other styles of dance, acro, and musical theatre will participate in our Showcase Performances.
The Recital Fee is $80 per class, per student, per student.
Recital Fees are divided into equal instalments due on the 1st of each month from September to April.
Recital Fees do not include photos, videos, or tickets.
All Recital Fees are non-refundable. (please see our Cancellation Policy section for details on Recital Fees)
Competition Entries (Challenge Program Only):
Competition Entry Fees cover the cost of entering each dancer into competitions and apply to all competitive classes.
The fee amount varies depending on the competition but is approximately $220-280 per group, $265-$280 per duo or trio, and $330-$440 per solo.
The cost of Competition Entry Fees will be included in your child’s Class Recommendations using an estimation of the competition entry fees available by the time when Class Recommendations are made.
Competition Entries are divided into equal instalments due on the 1st of each month from July to April. Any adjustments, if applicable, will be communicated to families in October and fees will be adjusted for the remainder of the season (November to April).
All Competition Entry Fees are non-refundable. (please see our Cancellation Policy section for details on Competition Entry fees).
Choreography Fees (Challenge Program Only):
Choreography Fees apply only to solos, duos, trios, and extra group routines only. The amount varies based on the type of routine (solo, duo, trio, or extra group).
Participation in solos, duos, trios, and extra groups is invitational only and will be included in your child's Class Recommendations.
Choreography Fees are divided into equal payments due on the 1st of each month from July to April.
Choreography Fees are non-refundable. (please see our Cancellation Policy section for details on Choreography Fees).
Examination Fees (Challenge Program Only):
Examination Fees apply to ballet, jazz, and tap classes in our Challenge Program and cover the cost of examination entry, examiner food, travel and accommodations, Studio time, mock exams, and tuition for classes held during our Examination Intensive Week.
These fees are approximately $250-$450, depending on the style and level of examination. The cost of Examination Fees will be included in your child’s Class Recommendations using an estimation of the examination entry fees available at the time of when Class Recommendations are made.
Examination Fees are divided into equal installments due on the 1st of each month from July to April. Any adjustments, if applicable, will be communicated to families in October and fees will be adjusted for the remainder of the season (November to April).
REGISTRATION POLICY ~ SESSIONAL PROGRAM
Definition:
The Explore Program at Class Act Studios offers short-term, session-based classes that provide an introduction to dance or an opportunity to explore a new dance style without the commitment to our full Performance Season. This program is designed for students of all ages looking for flexibility and a focused learning experience. Unlike our Performance Season, the Explore Program does not participate in Year-End Performances.
Initial Registration Fee:
A one-time, non-refundable registration fee of $50.00 (plus GST) is required upon enrolling in the first session a family participates in during the season.
This fee secures the student’s place in the desired session and covers administrative costs associated with their enrolment.
Consecutive Session Enrolment:
Families who continue enrolment from one session to the next consecutive session (e.g., Fall to Winter, Winter to Spring) are not required to pay an additional registration fee for the subsequent session. This policy is designed to encourage continued engagement with our Explore Program by reducing the cost barrier for families choosing to enrol in multiple sessions.
Non-Consecutive Session Enrolment:
If a family chooses to skip a session (e.g., enrols in the Fall Session, skips the Winter Session, and returns for the Spring Session), the registration fee will be reapplied for the new session of re-enrolment. This fee is necessary to cover the reintegration costs and administrative support required for their return.
Transition to Performance Season:
Should a family decide to transition from a session in the Explore Program to a class in our Performance Season immediately following their session, the registration fee paid for the Explore Program will be honoured. No additional registration fee will be required for the transition into the Performance Season within the same dance year.
Tuition Fees:
Tuition Fees for the Explore Program are due in full at the time of registration.
The total fee is determined by the length and type of session, with all sessions designed to offer a complete and enriching dance experience.
These fees reflect the session’s total instruction time, taking into account the focused nature of the program.