2024-2025 Terms & Conditions
Sep 07, 2024 06:54 PM
THE DANCE COMPANY
169 W. Ventura St. - P.O. Box 495 Kingsburg, Ca. 93631 - 559.897.7986
Roberta Woods – Owner/Director - Effective August 2024
TUITION: An annual registration fee of $70.00 per family is due at enrollment. Tuition is due by the 1st of each month. A late fee of $15.00 will be added to all accounts not paid by the 10th. All balances will have an additional $15.00 late fee each month until cleared. All dancers with an outstanding balance from the previous month may not attend class and their spot may be filled if tuition is not paid. All returned checks will have a $15.00 fee attached. Accounts will be sent to collections after a 3-month period of non-payment.
Number of Classes Price/Mo. Number of Classes Price/Mo.
1 Class Per Week $65 5 Classes Per Week $290
2 Classes Per Week $128 6 Classes Per Week $336
3 Classes Per Week $186 7 Classes Per Week $378
4 Classes Per Week $240 8 Classes Per Week $416
SINGLE CLASS PRICE $18 (Will be credited to account if dancer registers.)
TUITION IS CALCULATED BY THE NUMBER OF WEEKS THE STUDIO IS OPEN. 10 MONTHLY INSTALLMENTS ARE MADE SEPT-JUNE REGARDLESS OF HOW MANY WEEKS ARE IN THE MONTH. PLEASE NOTE: RECITAL TAKES PLACE THE 1ST OR 2nd WEEKEND OF JUNE – FULL JUNE TUITION PAYMENT IS STILL DUE THAT MONTH WHICH COVERS CLASSES PLUS THE COSTS/TIME THE DANCERS ARE AT THE THEATRE AND ON STAGE AT DRESS REHEARSALS/RECITAL DAY. THERE WILL BE NO PRO-RATING OF CLASSES IF THEY ARE MISSED - MAKEUPS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH MARCH.
Families with more than one student will be calculated by total classes. THIS APPLIES TO IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY.
Private lessons are available –prices are determined by the instructor and must be paid for at the end of each lesson along with $15/hr studio fee.
VACATIONS & SCHEDULE:
The studio will observe Halloween* (closes early Halloween night), Thanksgiving Week*, Christmas School Holidays*, President’s Day*, Easter School Holidays* & Memorial Day*. (*These holidays are NOT calculated into your 10 monthly installments and are NOT eligible for make ups.) The studio runs year-round with our optional yearly recital held in June. MONTHLY INSTALLMENTS WILL REMAIN THE SAME DURING VACATIONS REGARDLESS OF HOW MANY WEEKS ARE IN THE MONTH - INCLUDING DEC/JAN/JUNE.
ABSENCES, REFUNDS & CLASS SIZE:
Make-up classes are allowed for classes missed and must be made up within 30 days of absence, except April-June due to recital choreography. During this time classes can be made up in a technique class or carried through the summer session. THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS GIVEN FOR CLASSES THAT ARE MISSED AND NOT MADE UP. That space has been reserved for you/your child
and may have prevented another student from signing up. Make-ups may not substituted for tuition and will not reserve your place in a class. Classes may be closed, combined or cancelled throughout the year due to class size.
COSTUME & RECITAL FEES: Costumes run $65-$80, depending on class/age. ALL COSTUME MONEY IS DUE BY NOVEMBER 10TH. Costumes will not be ordered unless paid in full. We are unable to return costumes, therefore, TDC will not provide refunds for students who are unable or choose not to perform in Recital. RECITAL FEES OF $70/FAMILY ARE DUE MARCH 10TH. YOU WILL RECEIVE UP TO 5 TICKETS WITH YOUR RECITAL FEE. RECITAL FEES HELP COVER THE COSTS OF THEATRE RENTAL, SOUND/LIGHTING/AUDIO EXPENSES AND ALL EXTRA EXPENSES THAT OCCUR DURING RECITAL. All accounts must cleared before dancers can perform in recital.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
*** Classes may be Closed/Combined/Canceled due to enrollment.
*** Email addresses are used for monthly updates, special notices and billing. These will not be shared with outside parties.
*** Photos and/or video of dancers taken during classes or other studio events may be used online and/or printed materials for advertising purposes. TDC may wish dancers Happy Birthday/Congratulations via use of social media (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
DROPPING CLASSES - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
IF A STUDENT PLANS TO DROP A CLASS, the student and/or parent must obtain a DROP CARD from the front desk. The parent, teacher and secretary must sign the card. YOU MUST NOTIFY THE FRONT DESK & COMPLETE A DROP CARD BY THE 20TH OF THE PREVIOUS MONTH IF YOU INTEND TO DROP. Otherwise, you will be responsible for paying the following month’s tuition. No exceptions. Informing a teacher or someone other than the secretary or owner will not officially drop you from any classes.
THE DANCE COMPANY IS A PRIVATE SCHOOL. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO DISQUALIFY AND/OR DROP A STUDENT AT ANY TIME.
I have read and understand the terms of enrollment and tuition costs provided to me.
PLEASE CONTINUE READING TO ACCEPT (2) ADDITIONAL WAIVERS, (1) DRESS CODE
THE DANCE COMPANY
169 W. Ventura St. - P.O. Box 495 - Kingsburg, Ca. 93631 559.897.7986
AGREEMENT OR RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY DANCE/GYM/CHEER/FITNESS PROGRAM
I hereby agree to the following:
(1) That I am/my child is participating in DANCE/GYM/CHEER/FITNESS classes offered by The Dance Company during
which I/my child will receive information and instruction about DANCE/GYM/CHEER/FITNESS education. I recognize that the
DANCE/GYM/CHEER/FITNESS program requires physical exertion which may be strenuous and may cause physical injury, and I am
fully aware of the risks and hazards involved.
(2) I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding my/my child's participation in
these classes. I represent and warrant that I am/my child is physically fit and have no medical condition which would prevent full
participation in the DANCE/GYM/CHEER/FITNESS program.
(3) In consideration of being permitted to participate in the DANCE/GYM/CHEER/FITNESS classes, I agree to assume full
responsibility for any risks, injuries, or damages, known, or unknown, which might incur as a result of participation in the program.
(4) In further consideration of being permitted to participate in the DANCE/GYM/CHEER/FITNESS program, I knowingly,
voluntarily, and expressly waive any claim that I may have against Roberta Woods, and/or The Dance Company, their agents or
employees, for injury or damages that I may sustain as a result of participating in the program.
(5) I, my heirs or legal representatives forever release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue Roberta Woods and/or
The Dance Company and/or employees of The Dance Company, for any injury or death caused by their negligence or other acts.
I have read the above release and waive of liability and fully understand its contents.
I voluntarily agree to the terms and conditions stated above.
PLEASE CONTINUE READING TO ACCEPT (1) ADDITIONAL WAIVER, (1) DRESS CODE
THE DANCE COMPANY RELEASE OF LIABILITY DUE TO COVID-19 OUTBREAK
The Dance Company is focused on the well-being of its customers and employees. In the view of the NOVEL CORONA VIRUS/COVID-19 outbreak, we will continue taking precautionary measures to keep our customers & employees
safe. We will be allowing students who would like to attend class in person to do so, as well as observers for all dancers. At this
time, in person attendance of classes, rehearsals, or private lessons is entirely voluntary.
This Form and Release must be completed BEFORE your student(s) participates in activities at the studio
PLEASE NOTE: If your student(s) is currently feeling unwell or suffering from any symptoms such as fever, chills, cough,
shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion, runny nose, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea, we ask that your student DO NOT come to the studio.
By Signing Below, I represent that each of the following is true and accurate:
1. I understand that IN PERSON participation in classes, rehearsals and private lessons is entirely voluntary and is not required.
I understand that TDC will be following all COVID-19 guidelines/restrictions, however teachers may come in contact with
students during the class – for example spotting in gym classes & assisting dancers w/proper placement.
2. I understand that, while the studio will endeavor to curtail transmission of any communicable diseases, TRANSMISSION
MAY STILL OCCUR. As such, I and the below-named STUDENT(S)/OBSERVER hereby release and forever discharge The
Dance Company, its owners, director, employees, agents, assigns, legal representatives and successors from all manner of
actions, causes of action, contracts, claims and demands for or by reason of any injury to person or property, including injury
resulting in the death of a participant, which has been or may be sustained as a consequence of my and/or the below-named
STUDENT(S)/OBSERVER participation in the activity described herein, & not withstanding that such damage, loss or injury may
have been caused solely or partly by the negligence of Studio. I understand & agree that this waiver is in addition to, and
does not supersede/replace any other general waiver or release that I, another parent/guardian of the below-named
STUDENT(S)/OBSERVER, and/or the below-named STUDENT(S)/OBSERVER has previously executed in relation to the Studio.
3. I represent that the below-named STUDENT(S)/OBSERVER has not tested positive for or been otherwise diagnosed with
COVID-19. I further represent the below-named STUDENT(S)/OBSERVER has not been told by any heath care provider or
Department of Health to self-quarantine or self-isolate due to actual or suspected exposure to COVID-19.
4. I represent that the below-named STUDENT(S)/OBSERVER is not currently suffering from any symptoms of COVID-19 as
identified by the CDC, such as fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches,
headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion, runny nose, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea.
5. I agree that, until otherwise notified by Roberta Woods or The Dance Company, should any of the above representations
change, the below-named STUDENT(S)/OBSERVER will not attend in person classes, rehearsals, or private lessons at the
Studio nor enter the Studio without first discussing these changes with Roberta Woods and receiving her permission to
continue according to the current guidelines.
PLEASE CONTINUE READING TO ACCEPT (1) DRESS CODE
THE DANCE COMPANY
169 W. Ventura St. - P.O. Box 495 Kingsburg, Ca. 93631 559.897.7986
DRESS CODE
BALLET CLASSES:
*Solid Black Leotards *Light Pink Full Footed Tights *Black Sports Bras only
*Light Pink Ballet Shoes *Pointe shoes (teachers consent)
*Your hair must be secured in a bun- no pony tails please. Short hair must be secured also.
ABSOLUTELY NO T-SHIRTS, TANK TOPS, SHORTS OR PANTS WILL BE ALLOWED IN BALLET CLASS.
Only the items listed above are accepted in ballet class…there will be no exceptions.
JAZZ/TAP/HIP-HOP CLASSES:
Any stretchable clothing is acceptable. Clothing must not restrict the movement of student.
*Any color tights, spandex, dance pants, unitards/leotards.
*NO jeans, jean shorts or skirts are allowed.
*Please avoid baggy oversized clothing.
*Shoes: Jazz - leather jazz shoes Tap - tap shoes Hip Hop - tennis shoes
*Hair: Must be worn away from the face to avoid distractions.
GYM CLASSES:
*Leotards, Bathing Suits & Cotton outfits. Please no wrap around chiffon skirts or tights.
*NO jeans, jean shorts or skirts are allowed.
*Hair: should be pulled back with a simple rubber band – bows/barrettes placed high on the head are painful in gym class.
TBJ 3-6 YRS. (COMBO CLASSES):
*Leotards, Bathing Suits, Cotton Outfits (as long as it stretches).
*NO jeans, jean shorts or skirts are allowed.
*Shoes: Tap - tap shoes Ballet/Jazz - ballet shoes (MUST BE LEATHER/CANVAS BALLET SHOES, NOT SATIN)
*Hair: Must be worn away from the face to avoid distractions.
The objective of the dress code is to enable the teacher to observe the students movement/positions and to provide precise instructions for the execution of dance vocabulary.
If the student is not dressed appropriately they may not participate in class.