2014-2015 Dance Fusion Studio Policies & Dress Code

Studio Policies
Missed Classes
Class Cancellations
Payment Policies
Tuition Fees
Recital & Costume Policies
Studio Dress Code

Studio Policies

1. Students must have proper dance attire in each class. Hair must be tied back securely and no jewelry is allowed. Students will be asked to leave the class if not dressed appropriately. (Please refer to Dress Code for suitable attire for each class)
2. No student is to leave the classroom without permission. If a parent needs to speak with a student, a message can be relayed through the office only.
3. Ten minutes grace period will be accepted for latecomers. However, due to safety (lack of warm-up) and class disturbance, no one may join a class in progress after that time.
4. No gum is permitted in the studio whatsoever.
5. Only water in bottles is permitted in the studios during class. Other food and drinks are restricted to the waiting area and kitchen only. Please clean up after yourself.
6. There is no smoking permitted out in front of the studio or on studio property.
7. Please do not interrupt a class in progress. Parents are not permitted in the studios during classes.
8. If a problem should arise with your child please talk to the Studio Director or the Secretary on hand. Please do not approach other teachers. The Studio Director will handle all problems.
9. Class schedule is subject to change based on enrolment.

Missed Classes

Everybody misses classes for one reason or another but it is important that you attend your regularly scheduled class. If you do miss a class we can offer you an alternative that week if available. There are no refunds for missed classes. From January onward each class will be working on a specific routine and therefore it will be difficult to participate in make-up classes. The work that you are doing in your own class is very important and your attendance is essential. Absenteeism from March onward may result in the student's limited participation in a Recital number.

Class Cancellations

The studio reserves the right to combine or cancel classes in the event of low attendance. The studio reserves the right to cancel classes due to inclement weather or other emergencies and no makeup classes will be issued. Please call the studio after 3:00pm and listen to the message on the machine if there is a question regarding class cancellation and an email will be sent out as well.

Payment Policies

1. Upon Registration there is a $25.00 non-refundable Family Registration Fee.
2. Dance Fusion accepts cash payments, cheques and Visa or MasterCard.
3. All families must choose an appropriate payment plan upon Registration. Any monthly tuition not paid by the last day of the month is considered overdue and will be charged to an authorized credit card, or must be paid in full before a child may continue in their weekly classes. Monthly tuition is just your annual tuition broken down into equal payments.
4. All families must fill out a Credit Card Information sheet to be kept on file. (on reverse of Registration form)
5. Family discounts will be applied as necessary.
6. Male students receive half price regular classes, with no additional discounts on top of that.
7. For students wishing to discontinue classes, all unused cheques will be returned upon notification. You must notify the office one week prior to the date of your next cheque.
8. All cashed cheques or payments made are non-refundable.
9. There is a $45.00 charge for any returned cheques from the bank, including NSF or stopped payments.
10. All fees are subject to 13% HST tax.
11. All credit card payments are subject to a 3% service fee.

There are 4 payment options at Dance Fusion...

1. Post-dated cheques covering your yearly tuition can be submitted upon Registration. Cheques must be dated for the 1st of each month.
2. Payments made monthly by the 1st of the month by cash or credit card. First and last months tuition is due upfront if paying month to month.
3. Payment for the entire year can be made in one payment by cash, cheque or credit card.
4. Monthly credit card authorization for tuition and any other charges with cardholder’s consent.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are your total annual fees for a class divided up however you choose to make your payments. Most people choose to pay monthly, so fees would be broken down as follows. All holidays and studio closures are already taken into account.

1 x 45 minute class = $620.00 for classes September – June, including a Recital costume + HST 13% = $700.60 = $70.06/month

1 x 60 minute class = $720.00 for classes September – June, including a Recital costume + HST 13% = $813.60 = $81.36/month

10% off for 2nd child in family
25% off for 3rd child in family and beyond

Recital & Costume Policies

1. Dance Fusion's Year End Recital is scheduled for Sunday June 21st 2015, at the P.C. Ho Theatre - Chinese Cultural Center in Scarborough. We encourage all dancers to finish the year and participate in this spectacular show.
2. Each child will have 1 Recital dance and costume per class that they participate in.
3. Costume Fees are included with monthly tuition.
4. Parents must purchase tickets at the end of the year for the Recital, they are not included with monthly tuition.

Studio Dress Code

*We have a dress code in place to help students with a positive body image and to allow the teacher to correct alignment and technique. There are no exceptions.

*All attire and shoes can be purchased at Dance Fusion or we can direct you to a local dance wear store. Dance Fusion will have their NEW fully stocked store open as of September 6th 2015.

*Note that any required tights and shoes for a class will be part of their Recital costume in June, so we encourage everyone to purchase the correct shoes and attire to begin with.

*hair must be pulled back and done as required for classes. It is part of a child’s dress code for their classes. It is not only to instil discipline, but also for safety reasons in a lot of classes. Absolutely no jewelry can be worn to any classes.

3-4 Core Ballet & Tap Combo Classes

• pink bodysuit (pink skirt is optional to wear)
• pink footed tights
• pink leather full sole ballet shoes
• black slip on tap shoes
• hair in a bun

5+ Core Ballet & Jazz Combo Classes

• black tank bodysuit
• pink footed tights
• pink leather full sole ballet shoes (split sole ballet shoes for ages 10+)
• dark tan slip on jazz shoes
• hair in a bun

5+ Core Ballet & Tap Combo Classes

• black tank bodysuit
• pink footed tights
• pink leather full sole ballet shoes (split sole ballet shoes for ages 10+)
• black tap shoes (styles will vary in availability for ages)
• hair in a bun

Recreational Acro Classes

• black tank bodysuit, or black tank top
• black shorts
• no tights
• no shoes
• hair in a high ponytail or bun

Recreational Ballet Classes

• black tank bodysuit
• pink footed tights
• pink leather split sole ballet shoes
• hair in a bun

Recreational Jazz/Contemporary Classes

• blank tank bodysuit, or black tank top
• black shorts
• dark tank slip on jazz shoes
• foot undies (for 12+ Contemporary only)
• hair in a ponytail or bun

Recreational Tap Classes

• blank tank bodysuit, or black tank top
• black shorts
• black tap shoes
• hair in a ponytail or bun

Recreational Hip Hop Classes

• plain/solid colored tank top or t-shirt
• dance shorts, gym shorts, or sweat pants (no jeans, no leggings whatsoever)
• indoor running shoes
• hair in a ponytail or bun