Terms and Conditions
ENROLMENT
It is expected that students enrol for the full year of tuition
Withdrawal from classes is in writing only – please email [email protected]
Places will only be held with payment of full term fees
FEES
Fees are payable by the term. Only full term payments will secure your place in a class
Payment arrangements will be made in exceptional circumstances
No student will be able to attend class if their fees are outstanding
ATTENDANCE
It is expected that students attend their scheduled classes
Students cannot progress and improve without regular attendance In the case of illness, injury or extended travel - please email [email protected]
UNIFORM
All dancers must wear form fitting black dancewear
All ballet students are expected to wear a black or pink leotard, ballet stockings for 10 years and over.
Fitted shorts or a classical wrap skirt in black are also acceptable
Track pants are acceptable for hip hop
Tiny Dancers & Budding Ballerinas - form fitting black dancewear or a Pink Dance Space Tutu Studio
T-shirts are available from reception
SHOES
Budding Ballerinas - Ballet Pink Ballet Slippers (females), Black Ballet Slippers (males)
Tiny Dancers - Camel Tap Shoes and Ballet Pink Ballet Slippers (females), Black lace-up Tap Shoes and Black Ballet Slippers (males)
5-6Years Tap Jazz – Camel Tap Shoes and Camel Jazz Shoes (females), Black Lace-up Tap Shoes and Black Jazz Shoes (males)
All Hip Hop classes – Black runners or sandshoes
All Ballet classes - Ballet Pink Ballet Slippers (females), Black Ballet Slippers (males)
7+ Years Jazz Technique & Combo – Camel Jazz Shoes (females) Black Jazz Shoes (males)
7+ Years Tap – Black Tap Shoes
7+ Years Lyrical & Contemporary - bare feet
The Open Class – Jazz Shoes, bare feet, runners – dependent on style
More uniform items will be coming soon
HAIR
All Ballet students are required to secure hair in a bun
For all other classes dancers are expected to wear their hair neat and secure - preferably in a centre-part low pony tail or braids
PERFORMANCES
From time to time community performances may arise. Class groups who are ready will be invited to participate
Further information on possible performances will be made available later in the year
PARTICIPATION
In order to provide adequate dance training, it is necessary for dance teachers to physically coach in the development of student technique and placement, which may require strictly appropriate physical contact between dance teaching staff and students
While all care is taken, as with any sport or physical activity; injuries can occur from time to time. Should an injury occur, staff will administer first aid immediately and notify parent/caregiver
Should an emergency occur - The Dance Space Studio Pty Ltd staff will immediately call for assistance; be that an ambulance or otherwise.
This is if the incident is inside the studio or the immediate vicinity. The dancers family agrees to cover all expenses
Students may decline to participate in any classroom activity Dance is a form of discipline and student behaviour in the classroom should reflect this
By enrolling in classes it is accepted by staff and parents/caregivers that the student is fit to participate It is understood and agreed that The Dance Space Studios Pty Ltd will not be responsible for any injuries incurred during class activities or for the loss of personal effects or clothing
CONDUCT
The Dance Space Studios Pty Ltd is committed to providing an enjoyable experience for all students
Students or parents who engage in any antisocial behaviour including but not limited to verbal or physical abuse; intimidation; discrimination in all its forms; harassment or threats of any nature will risk having their enrolment cancelled and no refund will be issued
SOCIAL MEDIA
Photos and videos of students during class may only be shared with the consent of the classroom teacher
From time to time; photos and videos may be taken by the classroom teacher and shared on The Dance Space Studios Pty Ltd Facebook, Instagram or website
Social media posts directly related/or involving The Dance Space Studios Pty Ltd must be respectful and in line with the positive ethos and culture of the studio
GENERAL
Please correspond regarding classroom issues, enrolments and other business matter via the studio email - [email protected]
Students and families are invited to join the studio ‘closed’ Facebook group. This will be used to communicate information regarding classes
By submitting your enrolment form, you are stating that you have read & clearly understand all terms & conditions of The Dance Space Studios Pty Ltd and agree to follow them.