Policies

PAYMENT POLICY

Tuition Fees are monthly based (not weekly), regardless of how many lessons per month. Some months may have 5 lessons and some months may have a holiday.
No tuition adjustments or credits are given for missed classes. Students are welcome to make up classes if possible.
Any declined payments will result in a fee of $15.
A late fee of $15 will be added after the 10th of each month if tuition has not been paid in full.
Class registration is based on a yearly schedule from August to May.

PAYMENTS WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY DEDUCTED VIA OUR SECURE ONLINE SYSTEM.

A DEBIT/CREDIT CARD AUTHORIZATION FORM IS TO BE FILLED OUT DURING REGISTRATION.

THE DEBIT/CREDIT CARD INFORMATION PROVIDED IS THEN KEPT ON FILE FOR MONTHLY AUTO PAYMENTS.

THE CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR VERIFYING THAT THE CORRECT CARD INFORMATION IS ALWAYS ON FILE.

SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY

Motion Dance Center uses social media to promote our brand. By registering for classes, you consent to participation in our social media accounts, including videography, photography, and/or audio recordings.

WITHDRAWAL POLICY

To withdraw as a dancer at Motion Dance Center, please email info.motiondance@gmail.com with a 30-day notice. Failure to do so may result in auto-payments occurring on the 1st of every month.

WAIVER OF LIABILITY

Motion Dance Center is not liable for accidents or injuries on its premises or during any activities. By participating, you agree not to hold Motion Dance Center liable for such incidents.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

Motion Dance Center prioritizes the safety and health of all students and staff with the following measures:

The studio is cleaned, sanitized, and disinfected before all classes.
Only enrolled dancers are allowed in the studio during class time; parents/visitors must remain in the downstairs lobby.
Parents are responsible for timely drop-off and pick-up of their dancers; instructors cannot escort dancers out unless specifically stated by the parent.
Parents must notify the studio via email (info.motiondance@gmail.com) if third-party personnel are authorized to drop off/pick up dancers.
No food or drinks are allowed on the floor during classes.
Dancers feeling unwell are encouraged to stay home.

CLASSROOM ETIQUITE POLICY

Proper classroom etiquette is essential to the education and training of dancers.

Be prompt. Late arrivals disrupt class and cause late students to miss warm-up
If a student needs to leave before class is over, they must ask the dancing instructor for an excuse. Please do so discretely to avoid disrupting class.
No chewing gum, eating, or drinking is allowed in the studios, and cell phones are not allowed during class. Water is allowed, and it is recommended to stay hydrated! We also sell cold water bottles at the front office.
Always show respect to your dance instructor.
Attention must always be on the dance instructor.
Be appreciative of corrections and earnestly apply them.
Be kind to your dace-mates.
Do not leave behind hair pins, water bottles, or clothing
When class is finished, clap and thank the instructor for the class.

CONVENTIONS, PERFORMANCES AND OTHER EVENTS

During the year, many of our students have opportunities to participate in activities such as master classes, community performances, and even trips to New York City and Los Angeles.

We encourage all students to take advantage of these opportunities. Information including costs and entry fees etc. will be provided in advance of each event. All fees must be paid in advance of said event.

DRESS CODE

Dress code promotes focus and a stronger work ethic in class it also allows teachers to clearly see and adjust body placement, position, and alignment.

Dress code basics are available for purchase at Motion Dance Center.

Pre - Dance & Combodance & Tiny Tap

MDC Pink leotard.
Pink ballet shoes, jazz shoes (must be labeled with student name)
Patent leather tap shoes with no laces.
Hair – pulled back away from the face in a bun, ponytail, or braid.

Ballet level 1 & up

MDC Black leotard
Tights – theatrical pink
Ballet shoes – correctly sewn
Hair – in a bun

Jazz/ Lyrical/ Contemporary

Black leotard or dance top
Black form fitted dance shorts or leggings
Bare feet / Jazz shoes
Hair – pulled back away from the face in a bun, ponytail, or braid.

Boys Ballet

Fitted white or black T-shirt or tank (no baggy)▪
Fitted shorts or tights
Dance shorts, leggings, or cropped sweatpants above the knee
Black or white ballet shoes
Boys should bring clean socks with them to class

Boys Ballroom

Fitted white or black T-shirt or tank (no baggy)
Ballroom pants
Ballroom dance shoes

Tap

MDC leotard, black form-fitted top, or camisole dance top▪
Dance shorts, leggings
Tap SHOES – oxford style, laced up, tap shoe.
Hair – pulled back away from the face in a bun, ponytail, or braid.

Hip Hop

Comfy, easy to move in (tank top, sweats)▪
CLEAN Sneakers or combat boots

Shoe Guidelines

All dance shoes are not outdoor wear; please arrive with streetwear shoes and not your dance shoes. Dance shoes are NOT for the outdoors.
Proper shoes will be required for performances and classes.

POLICIES