STUDIO EXPECTATIONS
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​Our policies are designed to create positive and respectful environment for all students. We ask that all participants arrive on time for classes, wear appropriate dance attire, and maintain a positive attitude. Please note that we have a strict no-refund for missed classes, but make-up sessions can be arranged. ​
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When enrolling with Charade Dance Academy (CDA), we ask that dancers and their families to abide by the policies. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
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Policies
General Release Policy
Release Charade Dance Academy, its staff, and associates from liability for any harm, theft, or injury that may occur to me and/or my family while traveling to, from or participating in activities sponsored by Charade Dance Academy. Dancers acknowledge that dance is a physically demanding activity with inherent risks and release Charade Dance Academy, its directors, instructors, employees, and agents from any liability, claims, or demands arising from participation in dance activities, including any injury, illness, or medical condition. All relevant health information about the dancer has been disclosed to DCA and will be updated with changes in health status or emergency contact information. Dancers and their families assume full responsibility for all risks of physical injury arising from participating in dance classes or other related activities.
Studio Policies
Students should use the restroom before class and bring their own water bottles. Once class is in session, parents and siblings not enrolled in the class must stay in the reception area and avoid crowding doorways. Parents and siblings should not enter the dance floor to avoid distracting the dancers. Parents must pick up dancers promptly at the end of class. Trial Policy Trial fees are $20 for the first hour and $25 for each additional hour thereafter. Dancers are permitted to trial for two hours before they will be asked to complete enrollment and purchase a uniform. Expectations: • Follow all studio policies. • Wear dance-appropriate clothing. • Bring water for class. • For Pre-Ballet I classes, bring a yoga mat. Parents: • In Pre-Ballet and Pre-Acro classes, a parent must assist their dancer on the dance floor for the entire class. • In future classes, parents will stay in the reception room during class and remain off the dance floor. Behavior: • Disruptive behavior or refusal to follow studio policies may result in dismissal from class. • Instructors will assess if the class is suitable for your dancer and may suggest other classes or delayed enrollment. • If dismissed, the trial fee will be refunded. • Dancers must stay in class until dismissed by the instructor. Tuition Policy All tuition must be paid through Autopay with a credit card. Your credit card will be charged on the 1st of each month. If your card is declined or the full balance cannot be processed, you must provide a new payment method. If not updated by the 3rd of the month, a 25% late fee will be added to the outstanding balance. Tuition payments are NON-REFUNDABLE & NON-TRANSFERABLE. To drop any classes, email charadedance@gmail.com at least 10 days before the next payment date. Failure to notify us by this deadline will result in non-refundable tuition processing for the next month. Phone call notifications are not accepted. Uniform Policy All dancers are expected to wear Charade dancewear uniforms, available for purchase at the studio. This allows our instructors to better support the dancer with their technique while promoting professionalism and discipline.
Health Policies
We ask that dancers stay home if they are ill or show symptoms of illness (e.g. fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, gastrointestinal symptoms, etc.) but there is still risk of exposure to contagious diseases. If a dancer comes to class sick, they will not be allowed to participate and we will call their emergency contact for immediate pick up. Dancers release Charade Dance Academy, its staff, and associates from liability for any harm, sickness, injury, or death resulting from such exposure. CDA staff are not trained medical professionals but we will provide the best care within our capacity. For serious medical issues, we will seek emergency medical treatment and transportation. Families agree to allow CDA staff to call emergency services. Families are expected to cover all costs related to medical treatment, transportation, and care.
Absences & Make-Up Policy
If a dancer is sick or been exposed to contagious illnesses, please notify Charade Dance Academy immediately. Make-ups can be granted to students who miss class due to illness. Please contact us to schedule the make-up. In the case of a non-illness absence, please request make-ups via email at least 2 days before the absence. Make-up classes must be scheduled and taken within 30 days of the absence. Absences cannot be credited to the next month. Make-up classes are final and cannot be rescheduled. Missing a make-up class results in forfeiture. Not all classes are open for make-ups. We may refuse requests if the class is too large or inappropriate for the dancer's level/age. Availability of make-up classes is not guaranteed for all schedules, ages, or skill levels. We encourage dancers to attend all scheduled classes and plan accordingly.
Photo & Video Release Policy
Families of our dancers can expect Charade Dance Academy to take photos and videos of their dancers and family members for public and studio use. Families of our dancers can expect Charade Dance Academy to take photos and videos of their dancers and family members for public and studio use. NO PHOTOS OR VIDEOS DURING CLASS ALLOWED unless invited by the instructor.
