PRETTY THINGS DANCE STUDIO
RULES & POLICY’S
To ensure a safe, enjoyable, and professional environment, we kindly ask all students, parents, and guardians to adhere to the following studio rules and policies.
General Studio Etiquette
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Treat the studio, equipment, and facilities with care. Food, drinks (except water), and gum are not allowed in the dance area.
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Arrive 5 minutes before class to allow time to prepare. Late arrivals disrupt the flow of the class.
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Be kind and courteous to instructors, staff, and fellow students. Disruptive behaviour will not be tolerated.
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Follow the specific attire requirements for each class. Hair must be neatly tied back and uniforms must be worn.
Attendance and Make-Up Classes
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Consistent attendance is essential for progression. Notify the studio in advance if a class will be missed.
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Missed classes can be made up within the same term only once, subject to availability and instructor approval.
Safety and Health
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Students must notify the instructor of any injuries or medical conditions before class. Sick students should stay home to prevent the spread of illness.
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Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. Only water is allowed in the studio.
Parent/Guardian Responsibilities
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Ensure your child is dropped off early before class and picked up promptly afterward. The studio is not responsible for supervising students outside of class time.
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Parents are welcome to observe classes during designated observation days. For regular classes, please wait in the designated area to minimize distractions. Under certain circumstances alternate accommodations will be made to Parents of 2 and 3 year old according to how the child is coping.
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Please do not hold the Teachers up chatting during Class time, our time is limited for our instructors and every moment that we can spend with your little ones is very valuable. Ensure that if you need to talk to a teacher, you do it prior to classes beginning or feel free to contact the Studio to arrange a time to talk or email pt.dancestudio@gmail.com
Dance Uniform Expectations
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All students are required to wear the designated uniform for their class to ensure safety, comfort, and a professional appearance.
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Uniforms must fit properly and allow for unrestricted movement.
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Dance Shoes: Appropriate footwear must be worn for each class, we will make exceptions for the first few weeks as children settle into their class.
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Ballet: Ballet slippers (pink for girls, black or white for boys).
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Jazz: Jazz shoes (black or tan as specified).
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Contemporary: Barefoot or dance socks.
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Acro: Barefoot.
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Shoes must be clean and in good condition.
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Hair Neatly Tied Back: Hair must be secured away from the face to ensure clear visibility and prevent distractions.
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Other styles (e.g., ponytail, braid)
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For safety reasons, students should not wear jewelry during class (e.g., earrings, necklaces, bracelets).
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Maintenance: Please wash uniforms in a underwear bag to ensure the logos remain tidy. Uniforms and shoes should be clean and well-maintained, reflecting respect for the studio and fellow dancers.
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These expectations help create a focused, professional, and safe learning environment for all students.
Payment and Enrolment
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Tuition fees are due in full by the Second class of each term. Late payments will incur a fee of $10.
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An annual registration fee of $20 applies to secure a spot in classes, if you want to skip the registration fee be sure to Register Prior to January 1st 2025.
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Refunds for missed classes are not provided. Exceptions may apply for long-term medical absences, at the discretion of the studio.
Photo and Video Release
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By registering, parents consent to the studio using photos/videos of students for promotional purposes unless specified otherwise on the registration form. If we have been notified otherwise it is the responsibility of the student/parent to step aside from announced group photos if they do not wish to participate.
Performances and Costumes
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Participation in performances is optional but encouraged. Additional fees for costumes and tickets will be communicated in advance.
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Parents are responsible for the care and maintenance of costumes.
Behaviour Expectations
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Students are expected to participate with a positive and respectful attitude. Bullying, disruptive behaviour, or disrespect toward instructors or peers will result in disciplinary action.
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Listen to instructions, stay focused during class, and give your best effort.
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Pretty Things Dance Studio is very inclusive and if there are special needs, we apply understanding and Patience to such Children, and this will be taken into consideration.
Communication
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Direct all inquiries or notifications (e.g., absences, injuries) to the studio via phone, email, or the designated communication platform.
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Keep up-to-date with studio news through email or announcements posted on the studio website/social media.
Email pt.dancestudio@gmail.com