Miami Valley Dance Academy

The Place to Dance!

 

Miami Valley Dance Academy Student Policy

Class Behavior

Students are expected to behave appropriately during all dance classes and functions. Students are also expected to listen to the instructor, follow directions at all times and maintain a quiet noise level in the studio. Excessive talking will not be tolerated.

 

Instructor has the right to dismiss any student if she feels the student is disrupting the class by any means. If the parent is present, the instructor will explain the child's actions. If the parent is not present, the child will remain in the waiting area until the parent arrives.

 

Absolutely no food, gum or candy in the dance area.

 

Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle and a towel to class.

 

Class Attendance

Students are expected to be present for every class.

Attendance will be recorded. If a student is absent for three or more consecutive weeks without notification, the instructor will notify the student's parent(s) by a telephone call or by a letter in the mail. Excessive absences may result in the student being dismissed from the class. Make-up classes will not be offered for personal absences.

 

Tuition

Tuition is due at the beginning of each month. A grace period will be given. After the 15th of the month, a $5.00 late fee will be applied.  Tuition remains the same whether it is a long, 5-week, or short, 3-week month.  A make-up class will be scheduled if classes fall under 3 weeks/month.  If a make-up class is unavailable, a credit will be given.  Credits will not be given for personal absences.  A non-refundable registration fee of $20.00/student will be required when signing up as a student at the Miami Valley Dance Academy.

 

Studio Closings

In the event of extremely bad weather (i.e. snow, threatening thunderstorms, etc.), classes will be cancelled.  When Waynesville or Springboro Schools are closed due to bad weather, the studio in that area will also be closed.  A schedule of studio closings will be posted at each studio.  You can always check the home page on our website (www.miamivalleydanceacademy.com) for special announcements and closings.

 

Dress Code

 

Girls

 

All Ballet Students:

Solid print leotard with pink tights.  Wrap skirts will be permitted. 

Leg warmers will also be allowed, but only during barre work. 

Pink ballet shoes (Revolution brand-available @ studio)

Hair in a bun

 

All Tap and Jazz Students:

Leotard or unitard

Tights

Wrap skirt, dance shorts and dance pants are allowed.

Appropriate shoes (see list below)

           

Boys

Preferably dance pants.  We will also allow shorts or sweats.

Fitted white T-shirt or tank (tucked in)

Appropriate shoes (see list below)

 

Hair

Please keep hair pulled back and secured for class.

 

Other

No jewelry except for starter earrings.

 

Shoes

All students are responsible for purchasing their own dance shoes. Shoes need to be kept in good condition in order for them to be worn in the recital.  For your convenience, you may order discounted dance shoes at the studio.
        

 All Shoes need to be Revolution brand-available @ studio

 

Children's tap shoes-Light tan, slip-on tap shoes (2 ½ -6 yrs.)

Adult tap shoes-Light tan, slip-on tap shoes (7+ yrs.)

All ballet shoes-European pink (preferably split-soled for ages 7+)

(Pointe shoes only with permission from instructor)

All jazz shoes-Light Tan, slip-on jazz shoes 

Combination classes will need tan, slip-on tap and slip-on jazz shoes.

 

To prevent class interruptions, we are requiring slip-on shoes for all students. 

A shoe chart is posted at the studio.

 

Students must abide by this dress code to participate in the class.

 

Recital (Costumes and Recital Fees)

At the end of the season, an evening recital will be held in May (the Saturday before Memorial Day weekend at the Dayton Convention Center). We will be ordering recital costumes in November. Students are responsible to purchase their own recital costumes. Each class will have at least one costume. Costume prices usually range $65.00-$85.00 each.

 

There will be a $50.00 recital fee per student (due in April) to help cover the costs that are involved in putting on a recital. Tickets will NOT be sold. We will have an open attendance policy so all family members and friends who wish may attend.

 

You may put down a deposit on costumes if you wish. Fees are due in November before Christmas. Some families like putting down a deposit a month or two before the entire amount is due to keep expenses a little bit easier to manage during the holiday season.

 

Videotaping and photography will only be allowed during the dress rehearsal. A professional edited videotape/DVD will be made during the performance and will be available to purchase at a minimal cost.

 

Class Observation

We will allow parents and visitors to view the last 5 minutes of each class.

Pre-Register Today!


Print a copy, fill it out and send to:

Miami Valley Dance Academy

PO Box 227 Waynesville, OH 45068. 

Please include your $20.00 registration fee.

Make checks payable to Miami Valley Dance Academy or M.V.D.A.

Thank you!

Miami Valley Dance Academy

Registration Form

Student's Name _________________________________________

Date of Birth __________________________________________

Address _______________________________________________

City/State ____________________________ Zip______________

Parent(s) or Guardian(s) ___________________________________

Home and/or Cellular Phone # ______________________________

Emergency Name and Phone # ______________________________

Email Address __________________________________________

Are there any medical conditions we should be aware of? (If so, explain)

__________________________________________________________

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Consent/Release Waiver

Dance, gymnastics, cheerleading, and aerobic activities may carry a risk of injury to the student. Some of these risks include, but are not limited to, injuries such as bruises, broken bones, torn ligaments, dislocations, muscle pulls, etc. We, the staff of the Miami Valley Dance Academy, do everything we can to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries to participating students.

It is with this understanding that I enroll my child into the dance program. If the need for medical treatment for my child arises, I do hereby grant authority to any of the staff of the Miami Valley Dance Academy to transport or obtain transportation to the nearest hospital or treatment center. I further agree that, due to my understanding of the inherent risks involved, the owners and instructors who work with my child shall not be held liable for any damages arising from personal injuries sustained by my child in or about the dance area. I hereby fully release and discharge the Miami Valley Dance Academy owners and instructors from any and all claims, demands, damages, rights of actions, present and future.

Tuition

Tuition is due at the beginning of each month. A grace period will be given. After the 15th of the month, a $5.00 late fee will be applied. Tuition remains the same whether it is a long, 5-week, or short, 3-week month. A make-up class will be scheduled if classes fall under 3 weeks/month. If a make-up class is unavailable, a credit will be given. Credits will not be given for personal absences.

Please Read and Sign Below

I, the undersigned parent or guardian, have read and fully understand the above policies of the Miami Valley Dance Academy and agree to abide by them completely.

Parent or Guardian signature___________________________________Date____________________